The Band Trust
To aid residents of the United Kingdom who are in need of care, whether wholly or partially, including those who are ill, disabled or injured, old and infirm or children with special needs. Such aid will also be given to the providers of care such as Institutions and Homes. Aid will not be given directly to individuals.THE TRUST DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING.
Activities & Mission
To aid residents of the United Kingdom who are in need of care, whether wholly or partially, including those who are ill, disabled or injured, old and infirm or children with special needs. Such aid will also be given to the providers of care such as Institutions and Homes. Aid will not be given directly to individuals.THE TRUST DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING.
Grants
The Band Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £692,100
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, accommodation or housing, arts, culture, heritage, or science and armed forces or emergency service efficiency
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 Efficiency
Higher than 96% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 668). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £513,482 | £900,262 | £816,127 | £16,881,530 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £582,467 | £832,598 | £737,086 | £17,312,002 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £625,929 | £3,543,810 | £3,436,970 | £16,886,916 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £706,099 | £3,855,976 | £3,723,536 | £21,285,545 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £719,027 | £4,636,284 | £4,511,967 | £23,087,001 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Band Trust
What does The Band Trust do?
To aid residents of the United Kingdom who are in need of care, whether wholly or partially, including those who are ill, disabled or injured, old and infirm or children with special needs. Such aid will also be given to the providers of care such as Institutions and Homes. Aid will not be given directly to individuals.THE TRUST DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING.
How much income did The Band Trust report in 2025?
The Band Trust reported total income of £513k and reported expenditure of £900k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Band Trust?
The Band Trust has a program ratio of 158.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 668 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Band Trust registered as a charity?
The Band Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 May 1980 as charity number 279802. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Band Trust?
The Band Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE HON MRS NICHOLAS WALLOP MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Band Trust operate?
The Band Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Band Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Band Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 279802.
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Other notable Beneficiary group charities
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Trustees
Also governs 7 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated