The Kite Trust

We support LGBTQ* young people aged 30 and under in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and surrounding areas. We deliver programmes in youth work, schools, training and consultancy.

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Activities & Mission

We support LGBTQ* young people aged 30 and under in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and surrounding areas. We deliver programmes in youth work, schools, training and consultancy.

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.

Local Authority

Cambridgeshire Peterborough City

Financial Information

Latest Income

£666,694

Latest Expenditure

£713,117

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 106.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 84% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 99.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.3%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 76% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £41,005

Charitable Activities £589,802

Other Trading £33,385

Investments £2,502

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £711,769

Raising Funds £1,348

Governance £531

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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 2021 — The Kite Trust (organisation 3993202)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£666,694	£713,117	£711,769	£154,510	£141,008	16 / 20
2024	£666,785	£595,785	£595,575	£200,933	£150,999	15 / 20
2023	£388,236	£446,203				0 / 25
2022	£432,307	£377,640				0 / 35
2021	£8,502	£43,626				0 / 26

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Kite Trust

What does The Kite Trust do?

We support LGBTQ* young people aged 30 and under in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and surrounding areas. We deliver programmes in youth work, schools, training and consultancy.

How much income did The Kite Trust report in 2025?

The Kite Trust reported total income of £667k and reported expenditure of £713k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Kite Trust?

The Kite Trust has a program ratio of 106.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Kite Trust registered as a charity?

The Kite Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 2020 as charity number 1189936. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Kite Trust?

The Kite Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Kite Trust operate?

The Kite Trust operates across 2 areas: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough City.

Is The Kite Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Kite Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189936.