Village Service Trust
Village Service Trust makes grants to partners in south India that:- support community-based organisations of women and of marginalised communities, with the aim of enhancing their livelihoods and status - work with people affected by HIV and Aids
Activities & Mission
Village Service Trust makes grants to partners in south India that:- support community-based organisations of women and of marginalised communities, with the aim of enhancing their livelihoods and status - work with people affected by HIV and Aids
Grants
Village Service Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £77,147
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, economic or community development and employment and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
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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Financial Trend
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 2024 — Tamwed (organisation 4019261)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £84,946 | £77,147 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £119,194 | £49,780 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £227,732 | £79,802 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £39,685 | £45,135 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £45,787 | £64,419 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Village Service Trust
What does Village Service Trust do?
Village Service Trust makes grants to partners in south India that:- support community-based organisations of women and of marginalised communities, with the aim of enhancing their livelihoods and status - work with people affected by HIV and Aids
How much income did Village Service Trust report in 2025?
Village Service Trust reported total income of £85k and reported expenditure of £77k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Village Service Trust registered as a charity?
Village Service Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1979 as charity number 277111. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Village Service Trust?
Village Service Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Maya Sophie Walker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Village Service Trust operate?
Village Service Trust operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Village Service Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Village Service Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277111.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated