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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.

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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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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
£155,000
Latest Expenditure
£158,250

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 102.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£155,000
£158,2500 / 3
2024
£155,000
£198,3500 / 3
2023
£155,000
£151,5000 / 5
2022
£175,000
£145,2500 / 3
2021
£165,000
£175,9300 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

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.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
29 August 1990
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1000162
Charity Number
1000162

Trustees

Darryn Rawlins
Lindsey Beer
MICHAEL WILLIAM PETER SEABROOK
Nigel MacVean
Pamela Ann Simpson
STEPHEN MURRAY

Also Known As

  • The Racal Charitable Trust

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