The William Barry Trust
The William Barry Trust offers financial grants to individuals and organisations related to vocational studies examples include Hospitality and Hotel management, singing, dancing, acting studies. The trust has limitations on individual grants. We do not give grants for career development or Master's degrees.
Activities & Mission
The William Barry Trust offers financial grants to individuals and organisations related to vocational studies examples include Hospitality and Hotel management, singing, dancing, acting studies. The trust has limitations on individual grants. We do not give grants for career development or Master's degrees.
Grants
The William Barry Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £133,588
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- 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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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £79,821 | £133,588 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £18,233 | £20,940 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £16,923 | £12,383 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £18,376 | £16,438 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £15,778 | £23,114 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The William Barry Trust
What does The William Barry Trust do?
The William Barry Trust offers financial grants to individuals and organisations related to vocational studies examples include Hospitality and Hotel management, singing, dancing, acting studies. The trust has limitations on individual grants. We do not give grants for career development or Master's degrees.
How much income did The William Barry Trust report in 2025?
The William Barry Trust reported total income of £80k and reported expenditure of £134k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The William Barry Trust registered as a charity?
The William Barry Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 1976 as charity number 272551. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The William Barry Trust?
The William Barry Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The William Barry Trust operate?
The William Barry Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The William Barry Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The William Barry Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272551.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated