THE WHINBANK TRUST
Provision of grants to charitable activities
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds total net assets of £720,733, comprising £93,088 in unrestricted funds and £627,645 in endowment funds. The trustees report that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. No grants have been paid to date, with expenditure limited to investment management fees and administrative costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Investment income of £26,259 (2025: £25,496) was received in the year.” — page 5
“The Trustees wish to continue to add to the value of endowment funds until sufficient reserves are held to be able to produce a sustainable level of income for potential distribution to charitable causes.” — page 5
Trustees
- COLONEL ANTHONY ARTHUR EDWARD GLENTON CBE TD DLchair
- Caroline Glenton
- Peter Glenton
- Sophie Glenton Smith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £26k | £2k |
| 31/03/2025 | £25k | £815 |
| 31/03/2024 | £27k | £714 |
| 31/03/2023 | £255k | £88 |
Common questions
Is THE WHINBANK TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds total net assets of £720,733, comprising £93,088 in unrestricted funds and £627,645 in endowment funds. The trustees report that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. No grants have been paid to date, with expenditure limited to investment management fees and administrative costs. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.