The Pontoon Trust
Supporting of the Society of Jesus (The Jesuits) in the UK, the Republic of Ireland, Sweden and East Africa and financial assistance for students wishing to attend Blackrock College, Dublin, and similar Catholic schools or academic institutions. The relief of those in need because of youth, age, Ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Support of the arts, classical music and opera.
Activities & Mission
Supporting of the Society of Jesus (The Jesuits) in the UK, the Republic of Ireland, Sweden and East Africa and financial assistance for students wishing to attend Blackrock College, Dublin, and similar Catholic schools or academic institutions. The relief of those in need because of youth, age, Ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Support of the arts, classical music and opera.
Areas of Operation
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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 92% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,427,965 | £4,427,965 | £4,427,965 | £20,413,119 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,327,951 | £3,327,951 | £3,327,951 | £18,465,561 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £82,294 | £1,457,762 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £1,437,582 | £1,437,582 | £1,437,582 | £7,792,833 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,507,423 | £2,507,423 | £2,507,423 | £6,779,395 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Pontoon Trust
What does The Pontoon Trust do?
Supporting of the Society of Jesus (The Jesuits) in the UK, the Republic of Ireland, Sweden and East Africa and financial assistance for students wishing to attend Blackrock College, Dublin, and similar Catholic schools or academic institutions. The relief of those in need because of youth, age, Ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Support of the arts, classical music and opera.
How much income did The Pontoon Trust report in 2025?
The Pontoon Trust reported total income of £4.43m and reported expenditure of £4.43m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Pontoon Trust?
The Pontoon Trust has a program ratio of 70.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Pontoon Trust registered as a charity?
The Pontoon Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 2017 as charity number 1172421. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Pontoon Trust?
The Pontoon Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Pontoon Trust operate?
The Pontoon Trust operates across 5 areas, including Ireland, Kenya, Sweden and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Pontoon Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Pontoon Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172421.
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TUNBRIDGE WELLS
KENT
TN4 8BS
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