The B17 Charitable Trust
To raise funds to keep B17 flying fortress known as 'Sally B' airworthy for educational purposes. The area of operation is the United Kingdom and Europe.
Activities & Mission
To raise funds to keep B17 flying fortress known as 'Sally B' airworthy for educational purposes. The area of operation is the United Kingdom and Europe.
Grants
The B17 Charitable Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £97,916
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- 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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — C-54 Skymaster Trust (organisation 5158389)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £145,921 | £97,916 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £236,089 | £122,472 | 0 / 27 | |||
| 2023 | £83,394 | £59,396 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2022 | £82,019 | £67,657 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2021 | £131,080 | £141,774 | 0 / 24 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The B17 Charitable Trust
What does The B17 Charitable Trust do?
To raise funds to keep B17 flying fortress known as 'Sally B' airworthy for educational purposes. The area of operation is the United Kingdom and Europe.
How much income did The B17 Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The B17 Charitable Trust reported total income of £146k and reported expenditure of £98k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The B17 Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The B17 Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2000 as charity number 1079007. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The B17 Charitable Trust?
The B17 Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELLINOR SALLINGBOE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The B17 Charitable Trust operate?
The B17 Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The B17 Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The B17 Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079007.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated