The Mulberry Trust
Also known as: John Graham Marks Charitable Trust, Mulberry Trust
A grant making trust with particular interest in charities in Essex, other areas in the UK are considered. Grants aim to strengthen family life from the very young to very old. Also Homelessness, Debt. advice and Promotion of Inter-faith work. Education, Research and the Arts where contributing to the aims listed above.No unsolicited applications or from individuals.
Activities & Mission
A grant making trust with particular interest in charities in Essex, other areas in the UK are considered. Grants aim to strengthen family life from the very young to very old. Also Homelessness, Debt. advice and Promotion of Inter-faith work. Education, Research and the Arts where contributing to the aims listed above.No unsolicited applications or from individuals.
Grants
The Mulberry Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2021)
- £345,160
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing, religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 41). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £10K to £100K. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £73,335 | £415,675 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £73,627 | £463,452 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £83,943 | £447,475 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £73,718 | £471,569 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £1,173,999 | £403,428 | £379,607 | £4,678,708 | £4,678,708 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Mulberry Trust
What does The Mulberry Trust do?
A grant making trust with particular interest in charities in Essex, other areas in the UK are considered. Grants aim to strengthen family life from the very young to very old. Also Homelessness, Debt. advice and Promotion of Inter-faith work. Education, Research and the Arts where contributing to the aims listed above.No unsolicited applications or from individuals.
How much income did The Mulberry Trust report in 2025?
The Mulberry Trust reported total income of £73k and reported expenditure of £416k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mulberry Trust?
The Mulberry Trust has a program ratio of 32.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 41 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mulberry Trust registered as a charity?
The Mulberry Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 1971 as charity number 263296. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs The Mulberry Trust?
The Mulberry Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY JOHN MARKS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mulberry Trust operate?
The Mulberry Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Mulberry Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Mulberry Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 263296.
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Registry Information
Other notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- John Graham Marks Charitable Trust
- Mulberry Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated