The Thales Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Racal Charitable Trust
We support charities where our donations create lasting impact, including encouraging young people to pursue STEM subjects, inspiring future engineers, supporting armed forces personnel & their families, & aiding community charities that promote well-being. On occasion, our Trustees use their discretion to assist other charities , so we respond effectively to diverse & emerging community needs.
Activities & Mission
We support charities where our donations create lasting impact, including encouraging young people to pursue STEM subjects, inspiring future engineers, supporting armed forces personnel & their families, & aiding community charities that promote well-being. On occasion, our Trustees use their discretion to assist other charities , so we respond effectively to diverse & emerging community needs.
Grants
The Thales Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £158,250
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, armed forces or emergency service efficiency and other 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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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 | £155,000 | £158,250 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £155,000 | £198,350 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £155,000 | £151,500 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £175,000 | £145,250 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £165,000 | £175,930 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Thales Charitable Trust
What does The Thales Charitable Trust do?
We support charities where our donations create lasting impact, including encouraging young people to pursue STEM subjects, inspiring future engineers, supporting armed forces personnel & their families, & aiding community charities that promote well-being. On occasion, our Trustees use their discretion to assist other charities , so we respond effectively to diverse & emerging community needs.
How much income did The Thales Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Thales Charitable Trust reported total income of £155k and reported expenditure of £158k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Thales Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Thales Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1990 as charity number 1000162. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Thales Charitable Trust?
The Thales 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 Thales Charitable Trust operate?
The Thales Charitable Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Thales Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Thales Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1000162.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Racal Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated