The Woolf Charitable Trust
Also known as: The John and Ann Woolf Charitable Trust, The Sir John Woolf Charitable Trust
The Charity makes donations for the benefit of children and other charitable causes.The Charity sponsors visits to Childrens' care homes and hospices by the theatrical group, Magical Quests.The Charity supports the Society of Friends of Jewish Refugees and the Cinematograph Trades Benevolent Fund.
Activities & Mission
The Charity makes donations for the benefit of children and other charitable causes.The Charity sponsors visits to Childrens' care homes and hospices by the theatrical group, Magical Quests.The Charity supports the Society of Friends of Jewish Refugees and the Cinematograph Trades Benevolent Fund.
Grants
The Woolf Charitable Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £232,679
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and other charitable purposes
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
Financial Efficiency
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 | £191,040 | £232,679 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £191,478 | £220,934 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £212,175 | £202,978 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £190,278 | £196,281 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £166,059 | £221,414 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Woolf Charitable Trust
What does The Woolf Charitable Trust do?
The Charity makes donations for the benefit of children and other charitable causes.The Charity sponsors visits to Childrens' care homes and hospices by the theatrical group, Magical Quests.The Charity supports the Society of Friends of Jewish Refugees and the Cinematograph Trades Benevolent Fund.
How much income did The Woolf Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Woolf Charitable Trust reported total income of £191k and reported expenditure of £233k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Woolf Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Woolf Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 1970 as charity number 261265. It has been registered for 56 years.
Who runs The Woolf Charitable Trust?
The Woolf Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Woolf Charitable Trust operate?
The Woolf Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Woolf Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Woolf Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261265.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The John and Ann Woolf Charitable Trust
- The Sir John Woolf Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated