The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust
Also known as: The Chrysalis Trust
The Trust's primary activity until 2027 is the accumulation of funds through investment. However, the Trust also considersgrant applications from registered charities. A candidate project will be scored on: (1) degree of match between its objectives and those of the Trust; (2) importance; (3) likelihood of success; (4) strategic value of the grant to the project; and (5) relative cost.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's primary activity until 2027 is the accumulation of funds through investment. However, the Trust also considersgrant applications from registered charities. A candidate project will be scored on: (1) degree of match between its objectives and those of the Trust; (2) importance; (3) likelihood of success; (4) strategic value of the grant to the project; and (5) relative cost.
Grants
The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £10,153
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, animals and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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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 | £158,309 | £10,153 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £141,429 | £9,530 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £147,053 | £34,892 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £132,285 | £9,092 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £111,245 | £20,539 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust
What does The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust do?
The Trust's primary activity until 2027 is the accumulation of funds through investment. However, the Trust also considersgrant applications from registered charities. A candidate project will be scored on: (1) degree of match between its objectives and those of the Trust; (2) importance; (3) likelihood of success; (4) strategic value of the grant to the project; and (5) relative cost.
How much income did The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust report in 2025?
The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust reported total income of £158k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust registered as a charity?
The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 April 2013 as charity number 1151614. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust?
The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CATHRYN JEAN DOWNING PHD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust operate?
The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Cambridge Chrysalis Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151614.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- The Chrysalis Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated