The Benlian Trust
Granting scholarships to Armenian students attending university in England; making grants to Armenian organisations for cultural activities for the benefit of the London Armenian Community; and making charitable donations in accordance with the terms of the Will of the benefactor under which the Trust Fund was created.
Activities & Mission
Granting scholarships to Armenian students attending university in England; making grants to Armenian organisations for cultural activities for the benefit of the London Armenian Community; and making charitable donations in accordance with the terms of the Will of the benefactor under which the Trust Fund was created.
Grants
The Benlian Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2023)
- £15,900
- Who it helps
- people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Education 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.
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 | £279,546 | £146,487 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £150,717 | £96,470 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,043,149 | £91,920 | £45,312 | £5,204,630 | £120,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £170,537 | £235,997 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £155,949 | £234,835 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Benlian Trust
What does The Benlian Trust do?
Granting scholarships to Armenian students attending university in England; making grants to Armenian organisations for cultural activities for the benefit of the London Armenian Community; and making charitable donations in accordance with the terms of the Will of the benefactor under which the Trust Fund was created.
How much income did The Benlian Trust report in 2025?
The Benlian Trust reported total income of £280k and reported expenditure of £146k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Benlian Trust?
The Benlian Trust has a program ratio of 4.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Benlian Trust registered as a charity?
The Benlian Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 1979 as charity number 277253. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Benlian Trust?
The Benlian 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 Benlian Trust operate?
The Benlian Trust operates across 4 areas: France, Israel, Turkey and England.
Is The Benlian Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Benlian Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277253.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
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Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated