The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust
The trustees principally grant bursaries to final year drama students who are suffering financial hardship and who are nominated by their respective drama schools.Please note that we do not accept private applications for funding.
Activities & Mission
The trustees principally grant bursaries to final year drama students who are suffering financial hardship and who are nominated by their respective drama schools.Please note that we do not accept private applications for funding.
Grants
The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £153,578
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and 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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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 | £62,597 | £153,578 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £66,420 | £158,591 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £69,029 | £161,166 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £64,076 | £150,612 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £59,861 | £157,975 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust
What does The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust do?
The trustees principally grant bursaries to final year drama students who are suffering financial hardship and who are nominated by their respective drama schools.Please note that we do not accept private applications for funding.
How much income did The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust reported total income of £63k and reported expenditure of £154k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1988 as charity number 800045. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust?
The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN GERARD PETER BRADSHAW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust operate?
The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Sir John Gielgud Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800045.
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- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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