The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Pitt-Rivers Charity
Supports national charities and local charities & individuals in the Dorset area.
Activities & Mission
Supports national charities and local charities & individuals in the Dorset area.
Grants
The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2024)
- £8,754
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, accommodation or housing and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £239,159 | £27,090 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £20,464 | £30,253 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £38,369 | £30,414 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £41,228 | £45,207 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust
What does The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust do?
Supports national charities and local charities & individuals in the Dorset area.
How much income did The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust report in 2024?
The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust reported total income of £239k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 January 1982 as charity number 283839. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust?
The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is GEORGE ANTHONY LANE-FOX PITT-RIVERS OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust operate?
The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Pitt-Rivers Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 283839.
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Also Known As
- The Pitt-Rivers Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated