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The Foundations Trust

Also known as: Cambridge Summer School of Theology, Christian Heritage

The Foundations Trust provides support and oversight for a range of connected projects based from the twelfth-century Round Church in the centre of Cambridge, exploring the relationship between Christianity and culture. These include Christian Heritage which runs the Round Church Visitor Centre and the Cambridge Christian Study Centre through which the charity also supports university ministry.

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Activities & Mission

The Foundations Trust provides support and oversight for a range of connected projects based from the twelfth-century Round Church in the centre of Cambridge, exploring the relationship between Christianity and culture. These include Christian Heritage which runs the Round Church Visitor Centre and the Cambridge Christian Study Centre through which the charity also supports university ministry.

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

Latest Income
£294,992
Latest Expenditure
£252,383

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.6%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£294,992
£252,3830 / 19
2023
£258,355
£280,5430 / 19
2022
£263,170
£200,8050 / 19
2021
£173,219
£162,6140 / 12
2020
£149,869
£172,0780 / 9

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Foundations Trust

What does The Foundations Trust do?

The Foundations Trust provides support and oversight for a range of connected projects based from the twelfth-century Round Church in the centre of Cambridge, exploring the relationship between Christianity and culture. These include Christian Heritage which runs the Round Church Visitor Centre and the Cambridge Christian Study Centre through which the charity also supports university ministry.

How much income did The Foundations Trust report in 2024?

The Foundations Trust reported total income of £295k and reported expenditure of £252k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Foundations Trust registered as a charity?

The Foundations Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 1999 as charity number 1076750. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs The Foundations Trust?

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

Where does The Foundations Trust operate?

The Foundations Trust operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Foundations Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Foundations Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1076750.

Details

Address
The Foundations Trust
The Round Church
Bridge Street
Cambridge
CB2 1UB
Registration Date
27 July 1999
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3958965
Charity Number
1076750

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Trustees

ALEXANDER LINDSAY MCILHINNEY
Also governs 1 other charity
Bradley Green Dr
Dr Anthony Richard Simon Watkins
Lindsay Brown
Also governs 3 other charities
Professor John Carson Lennox
Rev RANALD MACAULAY MA CANTAB BD HONS
Yu-Lin Claire Thompson

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Cambridge Summer School of Theology
  • Christian Heritage

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