AUDREY KNOWLES CHARITABLE TRUST
The charity pays the income of the trust fund for the benefit of John Grooms and the Wood Green Animal Shelters, in accordance with the terms of the governing document. The charity awards grants to these charitable institutions throught the period.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £11,116 and bank balances of £8,742, alongside investments valued at £1,014,035 within the expendable endowment fund. The trustees pursue a policy of maintaining free reserves to cover future needs, opportunities, contingencies, and risks. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“Income From Investments Interest Received”
“The Trustees pursue a policy of maintaining a free reserve available to be spent in the furtherance of the charity’s objectives as well as covering future needs, opportunities, contingencies and risks.”
“HSBC UK Bank PLC was paid £18,556 for trust administration and Investment Management fees during the year under review. These fees are authorised under clause 3 of the trust deed.”
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £39k | £41k |
| 05/04/2024 | £20k | £38k |
| 05/04/2023 | £19k | £22k |
| 05/04/2022 | £21k | £45k |
| 05/04/2021 | £18k | £33k |
Common questions
Is AUDREY KNOWLES CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £11,116 and bank balances of £8,742, alongside investments valued at £1,014,035 within the expendable endowment fund. The trustees pursue a policy of maintaining free reserves to cover future needs, opportunities, contingencies, and risks. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.