The Nicholas John Trust
To promote the art of opera, in particular by providing scholarships for students preparing for a career in opera.
Activities & Mission
To promote the art of opera, in particular by providing scholarships for students preparing for a career in opera.
Grants
The Nicholas John Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £62,567
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science
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 | £11,806 | £62,567 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £15,441 | £34,953 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £14,350 | £51,419 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £26,018 | £1,167,562 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £34,470 | £126,105 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Nicholas John Trust
What does The Nicholas John Trust do?
To promote the art of opera, in particular by providing scholarships for students preparing for a career in opera.
How much income did The Nicholas John Trust report in 2025?
The Nicholas John Trust reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £63k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Nicholas John Trust registered as a charity?
The Nicholas John Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1996 as charity number 1059847. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs The Nicholas John Trust?
The Nicholas John Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR NICHOLAS ERNEST CRONK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Nicholas John Trust operate?
The Nicholas John Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Nicholas John Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Nicholas John Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1059847.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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