The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Life Guards Charitable Trust
THE OBJECTS OF THE LIFE GUARDS ASSOCIATION CHARITABLE TRUST ARE:(1) TO RELIEVE MEMBERS OR FORMER MEMBERS OF THE REGIMENT OR THEIR DEPENDANTS WHO ARE IN NEED BY VIRTUE OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, SICKNESS, DISABILITY OR THE EFFECTS OF OLD AGE.(2) TO PROMOTE THE EFFICIENCY OF THE REGIMENT IN ANY CHARITABLE WAY AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY DECIDE.
Activities & Mission
THE OBJECTS OF THE LIFE GUARDS ASSOCIATION CHARITABLE TRUST ARE:(1) TO RELIEVE MEMBERS OR FORMER MEMBERS OF THE REGIMENT OR THEIR DEPENDANTS WHO ARE IN NEED BY VIRTUE OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, SICKNESS, DISABILITY OR THE EFFECTS OF OLD AGE.(2) TO PROMOTE THE EFFICIENCY OF THE REGIMENT IN ANY CHARITABLE WAY AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY DECIDE.
Grants
The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £111,899
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, amateur sport, armed forces or emergency service efficiency and recreation
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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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £136,054 | £111,899 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £183,000 | £155,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £295,879 | £87,532 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £158,928 | £116,422 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £107,186 | £88,861 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust
What does The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust do?
THE OBJECTS OF THE LIFE GUARDS ASSOCIATION CHARITABLE TRUST ARE:(1) TO RELIEVE MEMBERS OR FORMER MEMBERS OF THE REGIMENT OR THEIR DEPENDANTS WHO ARE IN NEED BY VIRTUE OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, SICKNESS, DISABILITY OR THE EFFECTS OF OLD AGE.(2) TO PROMOTE THE EFFICIENCY OF THE REGIMENT IN ANY CHARITABLE WAY AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY DECIDE.
How much income did The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust report in 2026?
The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust reported total income of £136k and reported expenditure of £112k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 January 1965 as charity number 229144. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust?
The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Colonel Thomas James Armitage. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust operate?
The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Life Guards Association Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229144.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Life Guards Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated