The Childhood Trust
The objects of the charity are to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation, in particular among children and young people, by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation, in particular among children and young people, by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 86% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,261,088 | £3,635,252 | £3,492,598 | £1,001,054 | £816,257 | 18 / 330 |
| 2024 | £3,492,631 | £3,386,647 | £3,319,324 | £1,375,218 | £1,251,850 | 11 / 2 |
| 2023 | £4,371,239 | £4,489,972 | £4,406,275 | £1,269,234 | £1,136,064 | 9 / 367 |
| 2022 | £3,092,271 | £2,703,562 | £2,618,516 | £1,387,967 | £1,258,514 | 8 / 627 |
| 2021 | £3,087,877 | £2,387,071 | £2,334,630 | £999,258 | £130,000 | 5 / 29 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Childhood Trust
What does The Childhood Trust do?
The objects of the charity are to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation, in particular among children and young people, by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or deprivation.
How much income did The Childhood Trust report in 2025?
The Childhood Trust reported total income of £3.26m and reported expenditure of £3.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Childhood Trust?
The Childhood Trust has a program ratio of 107.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Childhood Trust registered as a charity?
The Childhood Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 2013 as charity number 1154032. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Childhood Trust?
The Childhood Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRANT EDWARD GORDON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Childhood Trust operate?
The Childhood Trust operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Childhood Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Childhood Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154032.
Details
83 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0HW
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