The Venkatraman Memorial Trust
Also known as: Venkat Trust
The Trust provides and improves educational facilities for the children and young people in Kovalam, South India. This includes the construction of a Higher Secondary School and improvement of the Primary School. It arranges sponsorship of 400 of the poorest children who have the opportunity to progress to further education. At any time there are 75 at university or in vocational training.
Activities & Mission
The Trust provides and improves educational facilities for the children and young people in Kovalam, South India. This includes the construction of a Higher Secondary School and improvement of the Primary School. It arranges sponsorship of 400 of the poorest children who have the opportunity to progress to further education. At any time there are 75 at university or in vocational training.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £312,644 | £228,385 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £203,567 | £148,049 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £213,088 | £206,549 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £207,801 | £257,179 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £151,116 | £114,034 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Venkatraman Memorial Trust
What does The Venkatraman Memorial Trust do?
The Trust provides and improves educational facilities for the children and young people in Kovalam, South India. This includes the construction of a Higher Secondary School and improvement of the Primary School. It arranges sponsorship of 400 of the poorest children who have the opportunity to progress to further education. At any time there are 75 at university or in vocational training.
How much income did The Venkatraman Memorial Trust report in 2025?
The Venkatraman Memorial Trust reported total income of £313k and reported expenditure of £228k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Venkatraman Memorial Trust registered as a charity?
The Venkatraman Memorial Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 2004 as charity number 1104363. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs The Venkatraman Memorial Trust?
The Venkatraman Memorial Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is LINDSAY KEIR SWAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Venkatraman Memorial Trust operate?
The Venkatraman Memorial Trust operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Venkatraman Memorial Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Venkatraman Memorial Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1104363.
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- Venkat Trust
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