The Cooks Charity
Also known as: "the Cooks" Charity
The advancement of the education and the general welfare of persons who are in any way associated with the catering trade and the support of any charitable purpose connected with the City of London
Activities & Mission
The advancement of the education and the general welfare of persons who are in any way associated with the catering trade and the support of any charitable purpose connected with the City of London
Grants
The Cooks Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £251,348
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training
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 | £274,362 | £251,348 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £277,699 | £239,895 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £292,857 | £236,778 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2022 | £305,766 | £230,782 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £269,975 | £298,590 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cooks Charity
What does The Cooks Charity do?
The advancement of the education and the general welfare of persons who are in any way associated with the catering trade and the support of any charitable purpose connected with the City of London
How much income did The Cooks Charity report in 2025?
The Cooks Charity reported total income of £274k and reported expenditure of £251k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cooks Charity registered as a charity?
The Cooks Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 November 1987 as charity number 297913. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Cooks Charity?
The Cooks Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cooks Charity operate?
The Cooks Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cooks Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Cooks Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 297913.
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Innholder' Hall
29-30 College Street
London
EC4R 2RH
Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- "the Cooks" Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated