The Sola Trust

Providing grants to individuals involved in training for gospel word ministry. Such training may be at theological college or be of an apprentice-style, based at at a Church. Also provision of grants to churches and other organisations involved in promoting the Christian faith to assist with the launch of new ministries. On occasion provides grants to gospel workers facing financial hardship.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Country

Belgium Ireland New Zealand Northern Ireland Scotland South Africa

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,199,103

Latest Expenditure

£625,835

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 52.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 15% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 88% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,188,333

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £10,770

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £625,835

Raising Funds £0

Governance £1,500

Grants to Institutions £312,244

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£1,199,103	£625,835	£625,835	£952,239	£952,239	0 / 0
2024	£181,856	£427,147				0 / 0
2023	£360,495	£516,131				0 / 0
2022	£15,525	£438,496				0 / 0
2021	£1,112,687	£381,168	£381,168	£1,191,601	£1,191,601	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sola Trust

What does The Sola Trust do?

How much income did The Sola Trust report in 2025?

The Sola Trust reported total income of £1.20m and reported expenditure of £626k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Sola Trust?

The Sola Trust has a program ratio of 52.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Sola Trust registered as a charity?

The Sola Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 June 1997 as charity number 1062739. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Sola Trust?

The Sola Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIMON HUMPHREY WESTLAND PILCHER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sola Trust operate?

The Sola Trust operates across 6 areas, including Belgium, Ireland, New Zealand and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Sola Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Sola Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062739.