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The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust

The trust funds are for the benefit of such charitable objects as the trustees may nominate, subject to the prior consent of the settlor during his lifetime. Applications for funding from charities and institutions are considered and awards are made on merit.

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Activities & Mission

The trust funds are for the benefit of such charitable objects as the trustees may nominate, subject to the prior consent of the settlor during his lifetime. Applications for funding from charities and institutions are considered and awards are made on merit.

Grants

The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2026)
£17,974
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and elderly people
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing, religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£56,727
Latest Expenditure
£17,974

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 31.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£56,727
£17,9740 / 0
2024
£10,840
£7,1660 / 0
2023
£10,732
£19,5640 / 0
2022
£20,863
£30,5040 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust

What does The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust do?

The trust funds are for the benefit of such charitable objects as the trustees may nominate, subject to the prior consent of the settlor during his lifetime. Applications for funding from charities and institutions are considered and awards are made on merit.

How much income did The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust report in 2026?

The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust reported total income of £57k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 May 1970 as charity number 259186. It has been registered for 56 years.

Who runs The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust?

The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust operate?

The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Richard Attenborough Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 259186.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
8 May 1970
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
259186
Charity Number
259186

Trustees

Judith Hooper
MICHAEL ATTENBOROUGH

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2 November 2026
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