The Chess Trust

Provision of grants to organisations and individuals for the development of the playing of chess

Activities & Mission

Provision of grants to organisations and individuals for the development of the playing of chess

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.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£16,661

Latest Expenditure

£99,200

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 595.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 595.4%

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 2024.

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.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2020 — The British Chess Educational Trust (organisation 313172)
Asset transfer in in 2020 — Glorney Bloodworth Chess Trust Fund (organisation 313148)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£16,661	£99,200	0 / 0
2023	£59,806	£86,258	0 / 0
2022	£190,089	£91,674	0 / 0
2021	£11,672	£63,208	0 / 0
2020	£17,408	£65,427	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Chess Trust

What does The Chess Trust do?

Provision of grants to organisations and individuals for the development of the playing of chess

How much income did The Chess Trust report in 2024?

The Chess Trust reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £99k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Chess Trust registered as a charity?

The Chess Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 March 2015 as charity number 1160881. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Chess Trust?

The Chess Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Chess Trust operate?

The Chess Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Chess Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Chess Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160881.