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.
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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.
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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.
Details
Heathervale House
2-4 Vale Avenue
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Kent
TN1 1DJ
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