THE OLIVER BORTHWICK MEMORIAL TRUST
The original intention of the Trusts which are now comprised in the Oliver Borthwick Memorial Trust was to provide shelter and help the homeless and this remains the case. The Trustees welcome applications from small but viable charities where they are able to make a significant contribution to the practical work of the charity..
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an operating surplus of £2,451 for the year ended 30 September 2025, driven by increased investment income and lower grant expenditure. Unrestricted funds totalled £1,181,764, which the trustees believe are adequate to continue providing public benefit and meet objectives. The charity maintains a reserves policy to cover management expenses and grants, with no stated specific monetary target.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain unrestricted funds to provide sufficient funds to cover management and administration expenses as well as grants.” — page 4
Trustees
- JOHN TOTHchair
- ANDREW IMPEY
- George Impey
- SEBASTIAN CRESSWELL-TURNER
- Sarah Catherine Mudd
- THE EARL BATHURST
- VIRGINIA BUCKLEY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £64k | £61k |
| 30/09/2024 | £60k | £64k |
| 30/09/2023 | £58k | £58k |
| 30/09/2022 | £52k | £45k |
| 30/09/2021 | £45k | £45k |
Common questions
Is THE OLIVER BORTHWICK MEMORIAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an operating surplus of £2,451 for the year ended 30 September 2025, driven by increased investment income and lower grant expenditure. Unrestricted funds totalled £1,181,764, which the trustees believe are adequate to continue providing public benefit and meet objectives. The charity maintains a reserves policy to cover management expenses and grants, with no stated specific monetary target. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.