The Capstan Trust
THE TRUST IS ONLY MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES SELECTED BY THE TRUSTEES. WHEN FUNDS PERMIT, AN OPEN APPLICATION PROCESS WILL BE SET UP, BUT SENDERS OF UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS IN THE INTERIM ARE WASTING THEIR TIME AND OURS, AND SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCING THEIR CHANCES OF SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE. EMAIL OUR CONTACT ADDRESS, OR CHECK THIS PAGE (WE SUGGEST ANNUALLY) TO BE NOTIFIED OF ANY GRANT PROGRAMME.
Activities & Mission
THE TRUST IS ONLY MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES SELECTED BY THE TRUSTEES. WHEN FUNDS PERMIT, AN OPEN APPLICATION PROCESS WILL BE SET UP, BUT SENDERS OF UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS IN THE INTERIM ARE WASTING THEIR TIME AND OURS, AND SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCING THEIR CHANCES OF SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE. EMAIL OUR CONTACT ADDRESS, OR CHECK THIS PAGE (WE SUGGEST ANNUALLY) TO BE NOTIFIED OF ANY GRANT PROGRAMME.
Grants
The Capstan Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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
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 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £0 | £500 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Capstan Trust
What does The Capstan Trust do?
THE TRUST IS ONLY MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES SELECTED BY THE TRUSTEES. WHEN FUNDS PERMIT, AN OPEN APPLICATION PROCESS WILL BE SET UP, BUT SENDERS OF UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS IN THE INTERIM ARE WASTING THEIR TIME AND OURS, AND SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCING THEIR CHANCES OF SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE. EMAIL OUR CONTACT ADDRESS, OR CHECK THIS PAGE (WE SUGGEST ANNUALLY) TO BE NOTIFIED OF ANY GRANT PROGRAMME.
When was The Capstan Trust registered as a charity?
The Capstan Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 2013 as charity number 1151957. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Capstan Trust?
The Capstan Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAMES OSBORNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Capstan Trust operate?
The Capstan Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Capstan Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Capstan Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151957.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated