The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust
Grants are made to other charitable or appropriately constituted bodies in response to specific written applications. Policy favours, but not exclusively, initiatives that benefit communities that are linked in some reasonably direct way to the Fitzwilliam Estates in Cambridgeshire and Yorkshire or the Naylor-Leyland Estate near Ruthin. Grants tend to be one off, not merely for annual expenses.
Activities & Mission
Grants are made to other charitable or appropriately constituted bodies in response to specific written applications. Policy favours, but not exclusively, initiatives that benefit communities that are linked in some reasonably direct way to the Fitzwilliam Estates in Cambridgeshire and Yorkshire or the Naylor-Leyland Estate near Ruthin. Grants tend to be one off, not merely for annual expenses.
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.
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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 | £282,298 | £390,810 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £291,628 | £306,664 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £261,455 | £288,666 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £255,016 | £271,287 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £276,422 | £184,463 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust
What does The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust do?
Grants are made to other charitable or appropriately constituted bodies in response to specific written applications. Policy favours, but not exclusively, initiatives that benefit communities that are linked in some reasonably direct way to the Fitzwilliam Estates in Cambridgeshire and Yorkshire or the Naylor-Leyland Estate near Ruthin. Grants tend to be one off, not merely for annual expenses.
How much income did The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust reported total income of £282k and reported expenditure of £391k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 May 1975 as charity number 269388. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust?
The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR PHILIP NAYLOR-LEYLAND Bt.. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust operate?
The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust operates across 7 areas, including Barnsley, Cambridgeshire, Denbighshire and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Earl Fitzwilliam Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 269388.
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MILTON PARK
PETERBOROUGH
PE3 9HD
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