The Verwer/hession Trust
Also known as: Roy Hession Book Trust
To advance the Christian religion. To provide grants for the production, publishing and distribution of books and other media written by Roy Hession and George Verwer.
Activities & Mission
To advance the Christian religion. To provide grants for the production, publishing and distribution of books and other media written by Roy Hession and George Verwer.
Grants
The Verwer/hession Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £22,755
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- religious activities
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Alum Rock Hall Trust (organisation 226084)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,069 | £22,755 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2024 | £53,065 | £20,687 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £58,600 | £22,466 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £40,567 | £18,697 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £17,247 | £14,292 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Verwer/hession Trust
What does The Verwer/hession Trust do?
To advance the Christian religion. To provide grants for the production, publishing and distribution of books and other media written by Roy Hession and George Verwer.
How much income did The Verwer/hession Trust report in 2025?
The Verwer/hession Trust reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Verwer/hession Trust registered as a charity?
The Verwer/hession Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1994 as charity number 1031304. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Verwer/hession Trust?
The Verwer/hession Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christa Le Vine. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Verwer/hession Trust operate?
The Verwer/hession Trust operates across 5 areas, including Austria, Nigeria, South Korea and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Verwer/hession Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Verwer/hession Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1031304.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 3 other charities
Also Known As
- Roy Hession Book Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated