The Veolia Environmental Trust
Also known as: The Onyx Environmental Trust, The Onyx Environmental Trust (limited)
Veolia Environmental Trust supports community and environmental projects in England that fulfill the objectives set out in the regulations of the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) regulated by ENTRUST. Applications for funding are received through our website (www.veoliatrust.org) and are assessed by the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis.
Activities & Mission
Veolia Environmental Trust supports community and environmental projects in England that fulfill the objectives set out in the regulations of the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) regulated by ENTRUST. Applications for funding are received through our website (www.veoliatrust.org) and are assessed by the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis.
Grants
The Veolia Environmental Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £4,964,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage, economic or community development and employment and recreation
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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Latest Financial Breakdown
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Expenditure Categories
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 | £4,669,000 | £4,964,000 | £4,964,000 | £3,868,000 | £1,730,000 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,015,000 | £4,000,000 | £4,000,000 | £4,158,000 | £237,419 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,335,000 | £5,407,000 | £5,407,000 | £2,934,000 | £403,267 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,429,000 | £5,749,000 | £5,749,000 | £4,006,000 | £167,236 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,776,000 | £4,589,000 | £4,589,000 | £4,326,000 | £143,323 | 4 / 4 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Veolia Environmental Trust
What does The Veolia Environmental Trust do?
Veolia Environmental Trust supports community and environmental projects in England that fulfill the objectives set out in the regulations of the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) regulated by ENTRUST. Applications for funding are received through our website (www.veoliatrust.org) and are assessed by the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis.
How much income did The Veolia Environmental Trust report in 2025?
The Veolia Environmental Trust reported total income of £4.67m and reported expenditure of £4.96m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Veolia Environmental Trust registered as a charity?
The Veolia Environmental Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 1997 as charity number 1064144. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Veolia Environmental Trust?
The Veolia Environmental Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Caroline Schwaller. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Veolia Environmental Trust operate?
The Veolia Environmental Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Veolia Environmental Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Veolia Environmental Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064144.
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Also governs 3 other charities
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Also Known As
- The Onyx Environmental Trust
- The Onyx Environmental Trust (limited)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated