The Lawson Trust CIO
The CIO is a grant making charity concentrating support to organisations in the south east of England. The trustees concentrate their support on the following:? Arts and Heritage? Education? Environment? Health? Social & economic disadvantageThe trustees do not support:? Individuals? Non registered charities? Overseas charities? Political parties? Promotion of religion
Activities & Mission
The CIO is a grant making charity concentrating support to organisations in the south east of England. The trustees concentrate their support on the following:? Arts and Heritage? Education? Environment? Health? Social & economic disadvantageThe trustees do not support:? Individuals? Non registered charities? Overseas charities? Political parties? Promotion of religion
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
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £676,388 | £802,962 | £705,554 | £20,661,685 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £784,323 | £895,025 | £776,778 | £21,180,660 | £21,180,660 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £720,055 | £793,193 | £674,590 | £21,682,109 | £21,682,109 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,006,054 | £1,325,336 | £1,220,500 | £22,347,131 | £563,556 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,187,939 | £521,816 | £427,183 | £21,613,109 | £632,838 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Lawson Trust CIO
What does The Lawson Trust CIO do?
The CIO is a grant making charity concentrating support to organisations in the south east of England. The trustees concentrate their support on the following:? Arts and Heritage? Education? Environment? Health? Social & economic disadvantageThe trustees do not support:? Individuals? Non registered charities? Overseas charities? Political parties? Promotion of religion
How much income did The Lawson Trust CIO report in 2025?
The Lawson Trust CIO reported total income of £676k and reported expenditure of £803k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Lawson Trust CIO registered as a charity?
The Lawson Trust CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 2017 as charity number 1171822. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Lawson Trust CIO?
The Lawson Trust CIO is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lawson Trust CIO operate?
The Lawson Trust CIO operates across 4 areas: East Sussex, Kent, Surrey and West Sussex.
Is The Lawson Trust CIO a registered charity?
Yes — The Lawson Trust CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171822.
Details
River Lawn Road
TONBRIDGE
Kent
TN9 1EP
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