The James Wise Charitable Trust
Uses investment income to make grants to individuals and organisations falling within the charities objects - such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit.
Activities & Mission
Uses investment income to make grants to individuals and organisations falling within the charities objects - such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit.
Grants
The James Wise Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £123,507
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general 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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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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £60,824 | £123,507 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £75,161 | £80,535 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £54,023 | £65,841 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £55,798 | £80,061 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £66,475 | £68,969 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The James Wise Charitable Trust
What does The James Wise Charitable Trust do?
Uses investment income to make grants to individuals and organisations falling within the charities objects - such charitable purposes as the trustees think fit.
How much income did The James Wise Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The James Wise Charitable Trust reported total income of £61k and reported expenditure of £124k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The James Wise Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The James Wise Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 1977 as charity number 273853. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The James Wise Charitable Trust?
The James Wise Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The James Wise Charitable Trust operate?
The James Wise Charitable Trust operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Surrey.
Is The James Wise Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The James Wise Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273853.
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Registry Information
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Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated