The Thistle Trust
The trustees consider funding applications for arts projects, with particular preference given to help young people, from all backgrounds, to have access to the arts.
Activities & Mission
The trustees consider funding applications for arts projects, with particular preference given to help young people, from all backgrounds, to have access to the arts.
Grants
The Thistle Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2024)
- £383,134
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £28,413 | £383,134 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £16,819 | £119,929 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £16,767 | £109,392 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £16,660 | £32,744 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £19,326 | £69,819 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Thistle Trust
What does The Thistle Trust do?
The trustees consider funding applications for arts projects, with particular preference given to help young people, from all backgrounds, to have access to the arts.
How much income did The Thistle Trust report in 2024?
The Thistle Trust reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £383k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Thistle Trust registered as a charity?
The Thistle Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 2002 as charity number 1091327. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Thistle Trust?
The Thistle Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is NEIL MORRIS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Thistle Trust operate?
The Thistle Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Thistle Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Thistle Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091327.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated