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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1154853
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The Molly Watt Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1154853. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales. The register describes its activities as: “Raising awareness of Usher Syndrome and it's daily challenges.Bringing together those isolated by Usher Syndrome.Consulting about accessible technology.Fundraising for accessible technology / equipment to enhance the lives of those living with Usher Syndrome. Acquiring and sharing Usher Syndrome research…” Its charitable objects are: “For the relief of persons suffering from usher syndrome (deafblind) in such ways as the trustees shall determine including:a)the of information, support, items and equipment;b)raising awareness of the disease and the issues faced by sufferers and their families and carers;c) we fundraise also to benefit other…” In the year to 31 Mar 2025 it reported income of £2,244 and spending of £6,694.
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Latest income
£2,244
Latest spending
£6,694
- What it funds
- General charitable purposesEducation / trainingHealth / saving of livesDisability
- Who it helps
- Children / young peopleOlder peoplePeople with disabilitiesPeople of a particular ethnic or racial originOther charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to individualsMakes grants to organisationsProvides servicesProvides advocacy / advice / informationSponsors or undertakes researchActs as an umbrella or resource body
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2025 | £2,244 | £6,694 |
| 31 Aug 2024 | £5,243 | £4,731 |
| 31 Aug 2023 | £4,434 | £7,172 |
| 31 Aug 2022 | £4,248 | £7,310 |
| 31 Aug 2021 | £16.9k | £12.8k |
Charitable objects
For the relief of persons suffering from usher syndrome (deafblind) in such ways as the trustees shall determine including:a)the of information, support, items and equipment;b)raising awareness of the disease and the issues faced by sufferers and their families and carers;c) we fundraise also to benefit other charities such as rpfb (charity number 271729). This charity is special to us/our trust due to the fact that Molly Watt has this eye condition so any help we can offer helps persons like her. They concentrate on research/science to help find a cure.
Where it operates
Throughout England and Wales
- Trustees
- 2
What The Molly Watt Trust funds
The Molly Watt Trust is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, health / saving of lives and disability for children / young people, older people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations, provides services, provides advocacy / advice / information, sponsors or undertakes research and acts as an umbrella or resource body. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Mar 2025, it spent £38.7k in total.
How to apply to The Molly Watt Trust
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Molly Watt Trust in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (molly-watt-trust.org) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Molly Watt Trust
Is The Molly Watt Trust open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Molly Watt Trust is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Molly Watt Trust fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales.
Does The Molly Watt Trust give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that The Molly Watt Trust makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How much does The Molly Watt Trust give each year?
The register does not break out The Molly Watt Trust's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Mar 2025 was £6,694. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £7,745 a year.
How large is The Molly Watt Trust?
In its latest reported year The Molly Watt Trust reported income of £2,244 and spending of £6,694.
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