The Ian Askew Charitable Trust
The charity donates funds to other Charitable organisations in support of their aims. Grants are donated following applications received. The Trustees tend to favour South East based charities but applications are considered from all organisations. The Charity also encourages educational visits to its woodlands which it maintains and conserves.
Activities & Mission
The charity donates funds to other Charitable organisations in support of their aims. Grants are donated following applications received. The Trustees tend to favour South East based charities but applications are considered from all organisations. The Charity also encourages educational visits to its woodlands which it maintains and conserves.
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 27% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 421). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £541,102 | £473,362 | £279,964 | £23,770,606 | £23,770,606 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £470,647 | £488,357 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £460,801 | £482,249 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £607,373 | £499,578 | £293,817 | £25,165,143 | £25,165,143 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £461,968 | £464,277 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ian Askew Charitable Trust
What does The Ian Askew Charitable Trust do?
The charity donates funds to other Charitable organisations in support of their aims. Grants are donated following applications received. The Trustees tend to favour South East based charities but applications are considered from all organisations. The Charity also encourages educational visits to its woodlands which it maintains and conserves.
How much income did The Ian Askew Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Ian Askew Charitable Trust reported total income of £541k and reported expenditure of £473k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ian Askew Charitable Trust?
The Ian Askew Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 51.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 421 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ian Askew Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Ian Askew Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 September 1972 as charity number 264515. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Ian Askew Charitable Trust?
The Ian Askew Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ian Askew Charitable Trust operate?
The Ian Askew Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ian Askew Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Ian Askew Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 264515.
Details
Sharpsbridge Lane
Newick
East Sussex
BN8 4SA
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