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The Sillitoe Charitable Trust

To advance the education of the public in general (and Geology students in particular) in the science ofEconomic Geology by providing suitable funding for education, research, publications, student supportand other suitable programs.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public in general (and Geology students in particular) in the science ofEconomic Geology by providing suitable funding for education, research, publications, student supportand other suitable programs.

Grants

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

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£4,228,279
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other defined groups
What it supports
education and training

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
£51,713
Latest Expenditure
£4,228,279

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 0.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 32.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 100.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,594,723
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £32,965
Other Income £7,406

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £10,950
Raising Funds £22,490
Governance £10,950
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£51,713
£4,228,2790 / 0
2024
£3,332,281
£33,440£10,950£5,248,467£00 / 0
2023
£31,837
£20,6820 / 0
2022
£22,101
£13,3380 / 0
2021
£14,690
£14,2960 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sillitoe Charitable Trust

What does The Sillitoe Charitable Trust do?

To advance the education of the public in general (and Geology students in particular) in the science ofEconomic Geology by providing suitable funding for education, research, publications, student supportand other suitable programs.

How much income did The Sillitoe Charitable Trust report in 2025?

The Sillitoe Charitable Trust reported total income of £52k and reported expenditure of £4.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Sillitoe Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Sillitoe Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 2018 as charity number 1178713. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Sillitoe Charitable Trust?

The Sillitoe Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr RICHARD HENRY SILLITOE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sillitoe Charitable Trust operate?

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

Is The Sillitoe Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Sillitoe Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178713.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
8 June 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5120090
Charity Number
1178713

Trustees

Dr RICHARD HENRY SILLITOE Chair
JEANNIE MARY BILLINGTON
Rathbones Trust Company Limited

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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