The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust Incorporated
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust is a grant giving charity principally supporting the voluntary sector in the Midlands region. The main areas of grant giving focus on education and training, the oppressed and disadvantaged, interfaith and multifaith relations, the arts, conservation and the environment.
Activities & Mission
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust is a grant giving charity principally supporting the voluntary sector in the Midlands region. The main areas of grant giving focus on education and training, the oppressed and disadvantaged, interfaith and multifaith relations, the arts, conservation and the environment.
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 66% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 26% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £1,644,908 | £1,813,077 | £1,624,718 | £52,306,640 | £52,306,640 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,535,162 | £1,093,169 | £918,514 | £54,396,306 | £54,396,306 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,402,287 | £1,112,607 | £937,246 | £50,182,735 | £50,182,735 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,241,711 | £1,195,483 | £1,000,946 | £55,204,795 | £55,204,795 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,224,513 | £1,034,034 | £864,762 | £52,779,936 | £52,779,936 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust
What does The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust do?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust is a grant giving charity principally supporting the voluntary sector in the Midlands region. The main areas of grant giving focus on education and training, the oppressed and disadvantaged, interfaith and multifaith relations, the arts, conservation and the environment.
How much income did The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust reported total income of £1.64m and reported expenditure of £1.81m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 98.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2015 as charity number 1160334. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT HUGH STEWART MARRIOTT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust operate?
The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust operates across 10 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Herefordshire and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160334.
Details
1046 Bristol Road
Birmingham
B29 6LJ
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Also Known As
- The Edward Cadbury Charitable Trust Incorporated
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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