THE MOUNTBATTEN MEMORIAL TRUST
Supporting the charitable organisations that Lord Mountbatten was associated with during his latter years. Chief amongst these are technological research and the application of technology to aid handicapped and disabled people, and support for disadvantaged young people.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £799 before investment gains, resulting in a net movement in funds of £37,956 due to significant unrealised gains on investments. Total funds carried forward increased to £730,442, with unrestricted general funds comprising the entirety of this balance. The trustees confirm adequate resources for the foreseeable future, noting no significant level of risk to the charity's funds.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees’ policy on reserves is that as a general rule expenditure should not significantly exceed income in any year so that fund balances are available to generate investment income.” — page 6
Trustees
- THE HONOURABLE MICHAEL JOHN KNATCHBULLchair
- BEN MOORHEAD
- Daisy Knatchbull
- HON PHILIP KNATCHBULL
- KELLY KNATCHBULL
- WILLIAM PHILIP FOX
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £35k | £36k |
| 30/09/2024 | £35k | £36k |
| 30/09/2023 | £37k | £41k |
| 30/09/2022 | £37k | £32k |
| 30/09/2021 | £34k | £38k |
Common questions
Is THE MOUNTBATTEN MEMORIAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £799 before investment gains, resulting in a net movement in funds of £37,956 due to significant unrealised gains on investments. Total funds carried forward increased to £730,442, with unrestricted general funds comprising the entirety of this balance. The trustees confirm adequate resources for the foreseeable future, noting no significant level of risk to the charity's funds. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.