THE ALDO TRUST
The objects are to support and protect the mental and physical health of individuals who are or have been in detention pending trial or after conviction to assist in rehabilitation. Achieved by the making of block grants to other charities and voluntary bodies listed in the Hardman Trust's Prisoner Funder Directory which in turn make grants to individual applicants limited to £25 per person p.a
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £1,393,351, supported by significant investment gains of £117,304. The trustees report that income from investments has been sufficient to maintain adequate cash funds and meet the charity's objectives. The charity is prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain unrestricted reserves at their current level (2025: £1,393,351, 2024: £1,277,775).” — page 4
“During the year the charity paid £NIL (2024: £48) to Owen Wheatley, £3,216 (2024: £3,224) to Anthony Heaton-Armstrong and £29 (2024: £20) to Pauline Crowe, as trustees. These payments were in respect of their time spent managing and administering the charity, and for the reimbursement of expenses, in accordance with the Trust Deed.” — page 18
Trustees
- Anthony Heaton-Armstrong
- Jamieson Guy Wheatley
- Pauline Ann Crowe
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £51k | £52k |
| 31/12/2024 | £45k | £47k |
| 31/12/2023 | £42k | £51k |
| 31/12/2022 | £47k | £37k |
| 31/12/2021 | £44k | £40k |
Common questions
Is THE ALDO TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £1,393,351, supported by significant investment gains of £117,304. The trustees report that income from investments has been sufficient to maintain adequate cash funds and meet the charity's objectives. The charity is prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.