The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust
To pay or apply capital and income of the trust to such charities or for such charitable purposes as the Trustees may decide.
Activities & Mission
To pay or apply capital and income of the trust to such charities or for such charitable purposes as the Trustees may decide.
Grants
The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £33,640
- 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
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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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 Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £76,288 | £33,640 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £40,392 | £117,376 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £28,165 | £54,043 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £70,212 | £93,453 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £129,082 | £74,417 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust
What does The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust do?
To pay or apply capital and income of the trust to such charities or for such charitable purposes as the Trustees may decide.
How much income did The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust reported total income of £76k and reported expenditure of £34k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 1989 as charity number 801644. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust?
The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust operate?
The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Searchlight Electric Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801644.
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- 2 November 2026
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