The Cobalt Trust
The Trustees shall hold the Trust Fund and the income thereof upon Trust to pay or apply the income and all or such part or parts of the capital of the Trust Fund as the Trustees shall think fit for:(i) The relief of poverty (ii) The advancement of education (iii) The advancement of religion and/or (iv) Such other charitable purposes anywhere in the world as the Trustees may determine
Activities & Mission
The Trustees shall hold the Trust Fund and the income thereof upon Trust to pay or apply the income and all or such part or parts of the capital of the Trust Fund as the Trustees shall think fit for:(i) The relief of poverty (ii) The advancement of education (iii) The advancement of religion and/or (iv) Such other charitable purposes anywhere in the world as the Trustees may determine
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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 | £653,625 | £784,317 | £783,222 | £151,944 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £676,517 | £716,647 | £716,264 | £287,874 | £287,874 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £377,852 | £475,136 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £332,612 | £445,491 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £762,199 | £485,782 | £485,260 | £519,204 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cobalt Trust
What does The Cobalt Trust do?
The Trustees shall hold the Trust Fund and the income thereof upon Trust to pay or apply the income and all or such part or parts of the capital of the Trust Fund as the Trustees shall think fit for:(i) The relief of poverty (ii) The advancement of education (iii) The advancement of religion and/or (iv) Such other charitable purposes anywhere in the world as the Trustees may determine
How much income did The Cobalt Trust report in 2025?
The Cobalt Trust reported total income of £654k and reported expenditure of £784k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cobalt Trust registered as a charity?
The Cobalt Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2003 as charity number 1096342. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Cobalt Trust?
The Cobalt Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN JOHN RODGERS DAWSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cobalt Trust operate?
The Cobalt Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cobalt Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Cobalt Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096342.
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