The Paragon Trust
The Paragon Trust makes grants to other charities for general charitable purposes.The trustees take the initiative in determining their grant-making agenda year on year and act alone in this respect. No attention is paid to funding applications or appeal literature. Fund-raisers should bear in mind that no response is made to such communications which are discarded on receipt.
Activities & Mission
The Paragon Trust makes grants to other charities for general charitable purposes.The trustees take the initiative in determining their grant-making agenda year on year and act alone in this respect. No attention is paid to funding applications or appeal literature. Fund-raisers should bear in mind that no response is made to such communications which are discarded on receipt.
Grants
The Paragon Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £138,595
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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
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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 | £89,962 | £138,595 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £85,096 | £123,347 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £84,433 | £157,580 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £86,487 | £123,015 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £84,327 | £105,268 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Paragon Trust
What does The Paragon Trust do?
The Paragon Trust makes grants to other charities for general charitable purposes.The trustees take the initiative in determining their grant-making agenda year on year and act alone in this respect. No attention is paid to funding applications or appeal literature. Fund-raisers should bear in mind that no response is made to such communications which are discarded on receipt.
How much income did The Paragon Trust report in 2025?
The Paragon Trust reported total income of £90k and reported expenditure of £139k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Paragon Trust registered as a charity?
The Paragon Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 1979 as charity number 278348. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Paragon Trust?
The Paragon Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is LUCY JULIA WHISTLER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Paragon Trust operate?
The Paragon Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Paragon Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Paragon Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278348.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated