The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Sir Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust
The charities principal aim is, and continues to provide support and encouragement to students of medicine & dentistry in the form of scholarships, prizes, equipment and other facilities associated with their educational development who are currently studying MBChB and BDS at Birmingham Medical School and the School of Dentistry.
Activities & Mission
The charities principal aim is, and continues to provide support and encouragement to students of medicine & dentistry in the form of scholarships, prizes, equipment and other facilities associated with their educational development who are currently studying MBChB and BDS at Birmingham Medical School and the School of Dentistry.
Grants
The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £66,989
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training, accommodation or housing and amateur sport
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 | £183,703 | £66,989 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £113,492 | £90,148 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £114,621 | £100,543 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £116,075 | £82,369 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £97,330 | £73,649 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust
What does The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust do?
The charities principal aim is, and continues to provide support and encouragement to students of medicine & dentistry in the form of scholarships, prizes, equipment and other facilities associated with their educational development who are currently studying MBChB and BDS at Birmingham Medical School and the School of Dentistry.
How much income did The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust reported total income of £184k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 June 1964 as charity number 233005. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust?
The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust operate?
The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233005.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Sir Arthur Thomson Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated