Activities & Mission
TO SUPPORT RESEARCH INTO RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE
Grants
The Alister Hardy Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £36,758
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and religious activities
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,468 | £36,758 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £26,192 | £68,107 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £15,847 | £26,516 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £19,166 | £12,600 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £25,272 | £27,297 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Alister Hardy Trust
What does The Alister Hardy Trust do?
TO SUPPORT RESEARCH INTO RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE
How much income did The Alister Hardy Trust report in 2025?
The Alister Hardy Trust reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Alister Hardy Trust registered as a charity?
The Alister Hardy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 October 2015 as charity number 1164168. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Alister Hardy Trust?
The Alister Hardy Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is REVD CANON PROFESSOR LESLIE JOHN FRANCIS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Alister Hardy Trust operate?
The Alister Hardy Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Alister Hardy Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Alister Hardy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164168.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated