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The Orchid Charitable Trust

Also known as: Orchid Trust

For the relief of poverty, hardship and distress, the advancement of the Christian Faith, the advancement of education, the relief of sickness and general charitable purposes both within the UK and overseas by such exclusive charitable means as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.

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Activities & Mission

For the relief of poverty, hardship and distress, the advancement of the Christian Faith, the advancement of education, the relief of sickness and general charitable purposes both within the UK and overseas by such exclusive charitable means as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.

Grants

The Orchid Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£17,800
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
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 advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and religious activities

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£22,000
Latest Expenditure
£17,800

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 80.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£22,000
£17,8000 / 0
2024
£23,125
£48,4800 / 0
2023
£53,250
£25,7890 / 0
2022
£30,625
£50,9150 / 0
2021
£36,875
£16,8000 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Orchid Charitable Trust

What does The Orchid Charitable Trust do?

For the relief of poverty, hardship and distress, the advancement of the Christian Faith, the advancement of education, the relief of sickness and general charitable purposes both within the UK and overseas by such exclusive charitable means as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.

How much income did The Orchid Charitable Trust report in 2025?

The Orchid Charitable Trust reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orchid Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Orchid Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 2005 as charity number 1109210. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs The Orchid Charitable Trust?

The Orchid Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Dart. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orchid Charitable Trust operate?

The Orchid Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Orchid Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Orchid Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109210.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
25 April 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4014117
Charity Number
1109210

Also Known As

  • Orchid Trust

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