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The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust

Also known as: The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust (1959)

The objects of the charity are such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit whether in England and Wales or elsewhere. The capital and income of the Trust is held for general charitable purposes.The trustees make a number of grants to medical, socially supportive, educational and cultural charities plus a number of donations to other charities.

Activities & Mission

The objects of the charity are such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit whether in England and Wales or elsewhere. The capital and income of the Trust is held for general charitable purposes.The trustees make a number of grants to medical, socially supportive, educational and cultural charities plus a number of donations to other charities.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£59,702
Latest Expenditure
£993,459

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 1664.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 1664.0%
Expenditure as % of income

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£59,702
£993,4590 / 0
2024
£110,130
£1,409,3610 / 0
2023
£40,101
£1,120,7980 / 0
2021
£22,805
£554,7400 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust

What does The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust do?

The objects of the charity are such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit whether in England and Wales or elsewhere. The capital and income of the Trust is held for general charitable purposes.The trustees make a number of grants to medical, socially supportive, educational and cultural charities plus a number of donations to other charities.

How much income did The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust report in 2025?

The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust reported total income of £60k and reported expenditure of £993k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206579. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust?

The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust operate?

The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206579.

Details

Address
45 Gresham Street
LONDON
EC2V 7BG
Registration Date
22 September 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
206579
Charity Number
206579

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Trustees

Kathleen O'Donovan
Penelope Peskin
RICHARD MARTIN PESKIN
Also governs 1 other charity
Simon Godwin

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Basil Samuel Charitable Trust (1959)

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30 July 2026
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