The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind
The Royal Victoria Trust for the Blind is a small charitable grant-giving trust originally set up in 1985 following the closure of the Royal Victoria School in Newcastle upon Tyne. We fund organisations with an annual income below £500,000 per year, who work primarily for and with people with sight loss in the North East of England, North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
Activities & Mission
The Royal Victoria Trust for the Blind is a small charitable grant-giving trust originally set up in 1985 following the closure of the Royal Victoria School in Newcastle upon Tyne. We fund organisations with an annual income below £500,000 per year, who work primarily for and with people with sight loss in the North East of England, North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
Grants
The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and disability
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind
What does The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind do?
The Royal Victoria Trust for the Blind is a small charitable grant-giving trust originally set up in 1985 following the closure of the Royal Victoria School in Newcastle upon Tyne. We fund organisations with an annual income below £500,000 per year, who work primarily for and with people with sight loss in the North East of England, North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
When was The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind registered as a charity?
The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 2024 as charity number 1210115. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind?
The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANN MARGARET RUDDICK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind operate?
The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind operates across 10 areas, including Cumbria, Darlington, Durham and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Victoria Trust For The Blind is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1210115.
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