THE SIR RICHARD STAPLEY EDUCATIONAL TRUST
We consider grant applications from UK-based students of any nationality who are: a) graduates with a 1st or 2.1 Bachelor's degree with honours, or a higher degree; b) studying for a degree in medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine taken as a second degree, or for a higher degree or postgraduate certificate or diploma in any subject; c) already resident in the UK when applying.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £4,595,358, driven by significant investment gains and income. The trustees maintain a reserves policy aiming for six months of operational expenditure, with unrestricted funds standing at £435,346. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Investment income 4 212,029” — page 12
“The Trust aims to maintain general reserves equivalent to 6 months of operational expenditure, and sufficient to allow for a full take up of grant claims in at least 2 successive years without unduly fettering future grant levels.” — page 8
Trustees
- Dr Manali Chitrechair
- Dr Debra Ann Marsden
- Dr James Jones
- Dr Nicolas Orsi
- Hugh Smith
- Ian Burrows
- John Kirkland
- Paul Trimmer
- Prof Deirdre Heddon
- William Glover
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £216k | £194k |
| 31/12/2024 | £223k | £192k |
| 31/12/2023 | £200k | £185k |
| 31/12/2022 | £192k | £191k |
| 31/12/2021 | £177k | £153k |
Common questions
Is THE SIR RICHARD STAPLEY EDUCATIONAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £4,595,358, driven by significant investment gains and income. The trustees maintain a reserves policy aiming for six months of operational expenditure, with unrestricted funds standing at £435,346. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.