The Resolution Trust
The Trust makes grants to charitable organisations/projects involving research/ education in economic and social sciences with a particular focus on the causes, prevention or relief of poverty. The Trust also makes grants to charitable organisations in fields other than education and research, & occasionally to individuals in charitable need to further the education of the individuals concerned.
Activities & Mission
The Trust makes grants to charitable organisations/projects involving research/ education in economic and social sciences with a particular focus on the causes, prevention or relief of poverty. The Trust also makes grants to charitable organisations in fields other than education and research, & occasionally to individuals in charitable need to further the education of the individuals concerned.
Grants
The Resolution Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,230,784
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and 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
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £841,893 | £2,609,624 | £2,377,745 | £36,008,474 | £38,008,474 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £487,719 | £2,936,873 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £475,382 | £2,468,984 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £321,318 | £9,528,548 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £664,832 | £2,094,940 | £1,681,302 | £47,432,110 | £0 | 2 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Resolution Trust
What does The Resolution Trust do?
The Trust makes grants to charitable organisations/projects involving research/ education in economic and social sciences with a particular focus on the causes, prevention or relief of poverty. The Trust also makes grants to charitable organisations in fields other than education and research, & occasionally to individuals in charitable need to further the education of the individuals concerned.
How much income did The Resolution Trust report in 2025?
The Resolution Trust reported total income of £842k and reported expenditure of £2.61m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Resolution Trust registered as a charity?
The Resolution Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 2008 as charity number 1123128. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Resolution Trust?
The Resolution Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Resolution Trust operate?
The Resolution Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Resolution Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Resolution Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123128.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated