Southdown Trust
Also known as: John Wyatt Charity
The Southdown Trust works with selected educational institutions to give financial support at up to first degree level for students aged between 17 and 26. Applications are no longer accepted from individuals or for other purposes.
Activities & Mission
The Southdown Trust works with selected educational institutions to give financial support at up to first degree level for students aged between 17 and 26. Applications are no longer accepted from individuals or for other purposes.
Grants
Southdown Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £32,970
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £23,935 | £32,970 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £22,241 | £24,864 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £20,003 | £15,771 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £16,665 | £21,806 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £15,274 | £18,325 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Southdown Trust
What does Southdown Trust do?
The Southdown Trust works with selected educational institutions to give financial support at up to first degree level for students aged between 17 and 26. Applications are no longer accepted from individuals or for other purposes.
How much income did Southdown Trust report in 2026?
Southdown Trust reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Southdown Trust registered as a charity?
Southdown Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1964 as charity number 235583. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Southdown Trust?
Southdown Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is MELANIE ALEXANDRA RUSSELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southdown Trust operate?
Southdown Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Southdown Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Southdown Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235583.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- John Wyatt Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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