THE SEARLE CHARITABLE TRUST
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds decreased by £372,068 to £7,763,167, driven by a net loss on investments of £398,807 which outweighed investment income of £166,763 and grants made of £92,000. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves stood at £1,134,627, which the Trustees consider sufficient to meet objectives including a proposed significant donation. The filing confirms no material uncertainties regarding the Trust's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“A D Searle is also a Trustee of the Rona Trust – London Sailing Project. Unconditional grants totalling £90,000 (2024 - £90,000) were made to the Rona Trust – London Sailing Project during the year.” — page 11
Trustees
- ANDREW DONALD SEARLEchair
- VICTORIA CAROLINE SEARLE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £167k | £140k |
| 05/04/2024 | £165k | £131k |
| 05/04/2023 | £171k | £105k |
| 05/04/2022 | £148k | £107k |
| 05/04/2021 | £118k | £94k |
Common questions
Is THE SEARLE CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
The accounts state that total funds decreased by £372,068 to £7,763,167, driven by a net loss on investments of £398,807 which outweighed investment income of £166,763 and grants made of £92,000. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves stood at £1,134,627, which the Trustees consider sufficient to meet objectives including a proposed significant donation. The filing confirms no material uncertainties regarding the Trust's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.