The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust
Grant making charity, promoting and funding medical research projects through the provision of grants to young medical researchers seeking by their research to prevent disease or disability or to heal or relieve the effects of disease or disability.
Activities & Mission
Grant making charity, promoting and funding medical research projects through the provision of grants to young medical researchers seeking by their research to prevent disease or disability or to heal or relieve the effects of disease or disability.
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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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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 | £277,330 | £73,238 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £366,217 | £225,677 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £108,000 | £3,901 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £69,176 | £39,235 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust
What does The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust do?
Grant making charity, promoting and funding medical research projects through the provision of grants to young medical researchers seeking by their research to prevent disease or disability or to heal or relieve the effects of disease or disability.
How much income did The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust reported total income of £277k and reported expenditure of £73k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2019 as charity number 1185278. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust?
The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust operate?
The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust operates across 3 areas: Singapore, South Africa and England.
Is The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Sydney Brenner Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185278.
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W1U 3BW
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