The E H Smith Charitable Trust
We respond to appeals from charities such as hospices, youth clubs, junior football groups, Princes Trust, local school activities, also religious groups and sponser fundraising efforts of various kinds etc.
Activities & Mission
We respond to appeals from charities such as hospices, youth clubs, junior football groups, Princes Trust, local school activities, also religious groups and sponser fundraising efforts of various kinds etc.
Grants
The E H Smith Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2024)
- £418,057
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing, religious activities, amateur sport, animals, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
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
Higher than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 680). How is this calculated?
Higher than 64% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £225,510 | £585,714 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £691,153 | £872,941 | £865,300 | £2,165,746 | £2,165,746 | 0 / 1 |
| 2023 | £1,021,857 | £547,834 | £539,827 | £2,347,534 | £2,347,534 | 0 / 1 |
| 2022 | £833,074 | £357,668 | £355,783 | £1,738,511 | £1,738,511 | 0 / 1 |
| 2021 | £16,031 | £348,711 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The E H Smith Charitable Trust
What does The E H Smith Charitable Trust do?
We respond to appeals from charities such as hospices, youth clubs, junior football groups, Princes Trust, local school activities, also religious groups and sponser fundraising efforts of various kinds etc.
How much income did The E H Smith Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The E H Smith Charitable Trust reported total income of £226k and reported expenditure of £586k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The E H Smith Charitable Trust?
The E H Smith Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 125.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 680 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The E H Smith Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The E H Smith Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 1989 as charity number 328313. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The E H Smith Charitable Trust?
The E H Smith Charitable Trust 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 E H Smith Charitable Trust operate?
The E H Smith Charitable Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The E H Smith Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The E H Smith Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 328313.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated