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.
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £22,000 | £17,800 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £23,125 | £48,480 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £53,250 | £25,789 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £30,625 | £50,915 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £36,875 | £16,800 | 0 / 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.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- Orchid Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated