THE HARVEST CHARITABLE TRUST
The principal focus of the charity is to make grants for (a) the relief of poverty and (b) Christian mission, both within and outside the United Kingdom.
Objects
1. THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION. 2. THE RELIEF OF NEED, HARDSHIP OR PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISTRESS AMONG ANY PERSONS WITHOUT LIMITATION. (FOR FURTHER DETAILS SEE CLAUSE 3 OF THE TRUST DEED)
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £23,774.53 in cash at bank, which exceeds its stated policy target of holding at least £3,000. The trustees note that this level of reserves is likely to return to the policy target by 2028/29 following exceptional levels of income and donations over the previous five years.
What the accounts disclose
“The major source of funds was MCA Hutton.” — page 1
“Historically, the Trustees have aimed to hold income reserves of at least £3,000, as more or less sufficient to meet commitments for at least the following three months.” — page 1
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
Trustees
- Rev MATTHEW CHARLES ARTHUR HUTTONchair
- ANNE ELIZABETH CAROLINE HUTTON
- Alexandra Charlotte Kate Hutton
- VICTORIA EMILY LOUISE HUTTON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £78k | £77k |
| 31/03/2024 | £238k | £66k |
| 31/03/2023 | £9k | £12k |
| 31/03/2022 | £16k | £15k |
| 31/03/2021 | £12k | £18k |
Common questions
Is THE HARVEST CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £23,774.53 in cash at bank, which exceeds its stated policy target of holding at least £3,000. The trustees note that this level of reserves is likely to return to the policy target by 2028/29 following exceptional levels of income and donations over the previous five years. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.