The Archer Trust
Making charitable grants, mainly to small charities which provide support to defined groups of disadvantaged or marginalised people, which are competently managed and which would be significantly assisted by a grant of between £1,000 and £5,000.
Activities & Mission
Making charitable grants, mainly to small charities which provide support to defined groups of disadvantaged or marginalised people, which are competently managed and which would be significantly assisted by a grant of between £1,000 and £5,000.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £103,993 | £427,051 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £113,877 | £373,402 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,340,923 | £376,254 | £362,761 | £4,185,477 | £4,185,477 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,333,497 | £274,124 | £264,463 | £3,401,556 | £3,401,556 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £193,706 | £166,110 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Archer Trust
What does The Archer Trust do?
Making charitable grants, mainly to small charities which provide support to defined groups of disadvantaged or marginalised people, which are competently managed and which would be significantly assisted by a grant of between £1,000 and £5,000.
How much income did The Archer Trust report in 2025?
The Archer Trust reported total income of £104k and reported expenditure of £427k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Archer Trust?
The Archer Trust has a program ratio of 27.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Archer Trust registered as a charity?
The Archer Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1994 as charity number 1033534. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Archer Trust?
The Archer Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL FINDLAY BAKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Archer Trust operate?
The Archer Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Archer Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Archer Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1033534.
Details
Stortford Road
Standon
WARE
Hertfordshire
SG11 1LT
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