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The Humanitarian Trust

To benefit the community in the fields of charitable, educational and social work at the discretion of the trustees. The charity makes grants to fulfill its charitable objective and does not engage directly with vulnerable group

Activities & Mission

To benefit the community in the fields of charitable, educational and social work at the discretion of the trustees. The charity makes grants to fulfill its charitable objective and does not engage directly with vulnerable group

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.

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£239,506
Latest Expenditure
£293,838

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 122.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 122.7%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£239,506
£293,8380 / 0
2024
£236,789
£315,2720 / 0
2023
£235,571
£341,0320 / 0
2022
£232,364
£261,5200 / 0
2021
£228,887
£302,0830 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Humanitarian Trust

What does The Humanitarian Trust do?

To benefit the community in the fields of charitable, educational and social work at the discretion of the trustees. The charity makes grants to fulfill its charitable objective and does not engage directly with vulnerable group

How much income did The Humanitarian Trust report in 2025?

The Humanitarian Trust reported total income of £240k and reported expenditure of £294k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Humanitarian Trust registered as a charity?

The Humanitarian Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 May 1963 as charity number 208575. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs The Humanitarian Trust?

The Humanitarian Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JACQUES GUNSBOURG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Humanitarian Trust operate?

The Humanitarian Trust operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Humanitarian Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Humanitarian Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 208575.

Details

Address
20 GLOUCESTER PLACE
LONDON
W1U 8HA
Registration Date
16 May 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
208575
Charity Number
208575

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Trustees

JACQUES GUNSBOURG Chair
Alexander Halban
EMMANUELLE GUNSBOURG-KASAVI
PIERRE HALBAN

Sectors & Classifications

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