The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust
Also known as: M W C T
The Trust supports smaller charities in the UK and overseas, particularly those working with the young, disabled and underprivileged,though most areas of charitable work are considered. Grants are not normally made to large national charities. The trustees would not normally support animal charities nor the maintenance of the fabric of churches,schools and village halls.
Activities & Mission
The Trust supports smaller charities in the UK and overseas, particularly those working with the young, disabled and underprivileged,though most areas of charitable work are considered. Grants are not normally made to large national charities. The trustees would not normally support animal charities nor the maintenance of the fabric of churches,schools and village halls.
Grants
The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £74,072
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and 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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Financial Information
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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 | £76,043 | £74,072 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £80,278 | £80,199 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £77,658 | £77,471 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £75,799 | £71,996 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £74,093 | £67,181 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust
What does The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust do?
The Trust supports smaller charities in the UK and overseas, particularly those working with the young, disabled and underprivileged,though most areas of charitable work are considered. Grants are not normally made to large national charities. The trustees would not normally support animal charities nor the maintenance of the fabric of churches,schools and village halls.
How much income did The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust report in 2025?
The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust reported total income of £76k and reported expenditure of £74k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust registered as a charity?
The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 January 1971 as charity number 262109. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust?
The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Blower. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust operate?
The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 262109.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- M W C T
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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