The Hadley Trust
The Trust's objectives are primarily, but not exclusively, to assist in creating opportunities for people who are disadvantaged to improve their situation, either by financial assistance, involvement in project and support work or research into the causes of, and means to alleviate, hardship.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's objectives are primarily, but not exclusively, to assist in creating opportunities for people who are disadvantaged to improve their situation, either by financial assistance, involvement in project and support work or research into the causes of, and means to alleviate, hardship.
Grants
The Hadley Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £4,336,067
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, economic or community development and employment and other charitable purposes
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
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — The Hadley Projects Fund (organisation 5163278)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,022,676 | £5,233,109 | £4,699,948 | £338,595,256 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2024 | £6,603,294 | £5,279,805 | £4,803,945 | £345,593,259 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,131,058 | £4,224,420 | £3,812,387 | £296,584,263 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,628,021 | £4,642,116 | £4,216,670 | £348,631,019 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,749,245 | £4,201,070 | £3,785,759 | £287,220,528 | £0 | 2 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hadley Trust
What does The Hadley Trust do?
The Trust's objectives are primarily, but not exclusively, to assist in creating opportunities for people who are disadvantaged to improve their situation, either by financial assistance, involvement in project and support work or research into the causes of, and means to alleviate, hardship.
How much income did The Hadley Trust report in 2025?
The Hadley Trust reported total income of £13.02m and reported expenditure of £5.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Hadley Trust registered as a charity?
The Hadley Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 October 1997 as charity number 1064823. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Hadley Trust?
The Hadley Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is KATHERINE ELIZABETH HULME. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hadley Trust operate?
The Hadley Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hadley Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Hadley Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064823.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated