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The Craven Trust

Supporting residents, local charities and voluntary and community organisations through the provision of small grants for the relief of sickness, poverty, the advancement of education and improved quality of life.

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Activities & Mission

Supporting residents, local charities and voluntary and community organisations through the provision of small grants for the relief of sickness, poverty, the advancement of education and improved quality of life.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£17,864
Latest Expenditure
£35,152

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 196.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 196.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£17,864
£35,1520 / 0
2024
£27,655
£36,1350 / 0
2023
£23,621
£33,9490 / 0
2022
£22,130
£48,0400 / 0
2021
£27,455
£36,4000 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Craven Trust

What does The Craven Trust do?

Supporting residents, local charities and voluntary and community organisations through the provision of small grants for the relief of sickness, poverty, the advancement of education and improved quality of life.

How much income did The Craven Trust report in 2025?

The Craven Trust reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Craven Trust registered as a charity?

The Craven Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 March 1995 as charity number 1045419. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs The Craven Trust?

The Craven Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Caroline May Schwaller. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Craven Trust operate?

The Craven Trust operates across 4 areas: Bradford City, Cumbria, Lancashire and North Yorkshire.

Is The Craven Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Craven Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1045419.

Details

Address
The Craven Trust
PO Box 126
SKIPTON
BD23 9FT
Registration Date
30 March 1995
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1045419
Charity Number
1045419

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Trustees

Caroline May Schwaller Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DEIRDRE GILLIAN POLLITT
Dorota Urszula Plata
Jennifer Thistlethwaite
MICHAEL LOVITT
Robert Andrew Bellfield
Also governs 1 other charity
Robert David Templar

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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