The Otto Giesen Fund
General Charitable purposes. At the discretion of the Trustees, the Charity provides loans and occasionally grants to those connect to the law firm, Slaughter and May, who are in severe financial need.
Activities & Mission
General Charitable purposes. At the discretion of the Trustees, the Charity provides loans and occasionally grants to those connect to the law firm, Slaughter and May, who are in severe financial need.
Grants
The Otto Giesen Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £76,866
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £22,123 | £76,866 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £28,237 | £39,228 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £34,723 | £61,258 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £35,696 | £49,060 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £37,313 | £119,287 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Otto Giesen Fund
What does The Otto Giesen Fund do?
General Charitable purposes. At the discretion of the Trustees, the Charity provides loans and occasionally grants to those connect to the law firm, Slaughter and May, who are in severe financial need.
How much income did The Otto Giesen Fund report in 2026?
The Otto Giesen Fund reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £77k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Otto Giesen Fund registered as a charity?
The Otto Giesen Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1980 as charity number 281199. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Otto Giesen Fund?
The Otto Giesen Fund is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Otto Giesen Fund operate?
The Otto Giesen Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Otto Giesen Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Otto Giesen Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 281199.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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