THE AURELIUS CHARITABLE TRUST
The charity makes donations reflecting the founder's interests in the conservation of culture inherited from the past and the dissemination of knowledge, particularly in the humanities field although not in the educational field.The Trustees meet twice a year with their Advisors to identify and discuss the merits of a variety of projects which broadly accord with the above objectives.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity is winding up its operations, having made a gift of £2,300,000 to another registered charity in March 2026. The remaining net assets are minimal, with the Accumulated Income Fund carrying forward only £5,110 and the Endowed Capital Fund reduced to £86,604. The trustees anticipate a final gift of about £50,000 as part of the dissolution process.
What the accounts disclose
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Trustees
- PHILIP EDMUND HAYNES FCA
- WILLIAM JOHN WALLIS FCA
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 | £56k | £113k |
| 05/04/2025 | £55k | £109k |
| 05/04/2024 | £68k | £104k |
| 05/04/2023 | £64k | £103k |
| 05/04/2022 | £67k | £101k |
Common questions
Is THE AURELIUS CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity is winding up its operations, having made a gift of £2,300,000 to another registered charity in March 2026. The remaining net assets are minimal, with the Accumulated Income Fund carrying forward only £5,110 and the Endowed Capital Fund reduced to £86,604. The trustees anticipate a final gift of about £50,000 as part of the dissolution process. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.