The Urania Trust
Educational charity working by giving grants mainly for publication, research and support.
Activities & Mission
Educational charity working by giving grants mainly for publication, research and support.
Grants
The Urania Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £14,429
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training
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
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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 | £14,945 | £14,429 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £14,625 | £13,638 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,989 | £10,237 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Urania Trust
What does The Urania Trust do?
Educational charity working by giving grants mainly for publication, research and support.
How much income did The Urania Trust report in 2025?
The Urania Trust reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Urania Trust registered as a charity?
The Urania Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1972 as charity number 313780. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Urania Trust?
The Urania Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Powell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Urania Trust operate?
The Urania Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Urania Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Urania Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313780.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 13 October 2026
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