THE ANNE ROBSON TRUST
The Anne Robson Trust works to improve the experience of people approaching the end of life and those close to them. We develop and support volunteer services in hospitals and communities, provide specialist training and education, and offer information and support through our Support Hub, helping people to better understand and navigate death, dying and end-of-life care.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted reserves of £195,685 at the end of the financial year, representing a net increase from the previous year. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the preparation of the accounts or the keeping of accounting records. The charity reported a net income of £63,650, driven by increased donations and investment income.
What the accounts disclose
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/05/2025)
Trustees
- Robert Peter Cottonchair
- Andrew Adie
- Beverley Pickett
- Christopher Dewe
- Giuseppe Labriola
- Helene Williams
- Lady Catherine Carleton-Smith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £483k | £419k |
| 31/12/2024 | £327k | £327k |
| 31/12/2023 | £296k | £291k |
| 31/12/2022 | £338k | £312k |
| 31/12/2021 | £220k | £234k |
Common questions
Is THE ANNE ROBSON TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted reserves of £195,685 at the end of the financial year, representing a net increase from the previous year. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the preparation of the accounts or the keeping of accounting records. The charity reported a net income of £63,650, driven by increased donations and investment income. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE ANNE ROBSON TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ANNE ROBSON TRUST as a grant recipient include THE ALBORADA TRUST, THE 3 TS CHARITABLE TRUST, THE WELLAND CHARITABLE TRUST, THE ADRIAN SWIRE CHARITABLE TRUST, THE 4814 TRUST.
Known funders
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/10/2025 | £18k | Overcoming a challenge to bring support to people at the end of their life. |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/11/2023 | £224k | Stepping up to tackle loneliness at the end of life. |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/11/2021 | £10k | The Anne Robson Trust Helpline |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/05/2020 | £95k | The Anne Robson Trust - COVID19 Response Work |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/09/2019 | £96k | The Butterfly Volunteer Project |