THE BARBARA CURTIS CHARITABLE TRUST
The Trust currently furthers its charitable purposes for the public benefit through the following activities:-Providing funding to assist students attending the School of Artisan Food- Providing financial assistance to individuals training needs when commencing business or employment in banking, confectionery or baking trades
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £552,666, with £579,288 held in investments. However, the trustees report negative free reserves of £26,622, noting this is below their stated reserves policy target of £30,000. The trustees consider this reasonable given the timing of payments and the ability to draw down on investment capital.
What the accounts disclose
“investment income 26,498” — page 9
“At 5 April 2025, the charity held negative free reserves of £26,622 (2024: £19,456). This is currently below the reserves policy of the charity” — page 4
Trustees
- ARTHUR NEIL CURTISchair
- KEVIN DUKES
- Kathleen Ann O'Meara
- RICHARD BUSSELL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £26k | £32k |
| 05/04/2024 | £25k | £21k |
| 05/04/2023 | £49k | £10k |
| 05/04/2022 | £23k | £229k |
| 05/04/2021 | £95k | £86k |
Common questions
Is THE BARBARA CURTIS CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £552,666, with £579,288 held in investments. However, the trustees report negative free reserves of £26,622, noting this is below their stated reserves policy target of £30,000. The trustees consider this reasonable given the timing of payments and the ability to draw down on investment capital. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.