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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1170005
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William Cross Foundation is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1170005. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales. The register describes its activities as: “To:(1) advance the education of the public, in particular but not exclusively, in the subjects of music and politics, in particular but not exclusively, for young people under the age of 25 throughout England and Wales, and (2) to promote any other purpose which is charitable according to English lawin such ways as…” Its charitable objects are: “The objects of the CIO are, to, in memory of the founders late son William Cross:(1) Advance the education of the public, in particular but not exclusively, in the subjects of music and politics, in particular but not exclusively, for young people under the age of 25 throughout England and Wales, and (2) To promote…” In the year to 1 Aug 2025 it reported income of £0 and spending of £766.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£0
Latest spending
£766
- What it funds
- General charitable purposesEducation / training
- Who it helps
- Children / young peopleOther charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to individualsMakes grants to organisationsProvides other financeProvides services
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug 2025 | £0 | £766 |
| 1 Aug 2024 | £1 | £820 |
| 1 Aug 2023 | £146 | £2,623 |
| 1 Aug 2022 | £6 | £4,086 |
| 1 Aug 2021 | £100 | £1,377 |
Charitable objects
The objects of the CIO are, to, in memory of the founders late son William Cross:(1) Advance the education of the public, in particular but not exclusively, in the subjects of music and politics, in particular but not exclusively, for young people under the age of 25 throughout England and Wales, and (2) To promote any other purpose which is charitable according to english law in such ways as the charity trustees think fit.
Where it operates
Throughout England and Wales
- Trustees
- 3
What William Cross Foundation funds
William Cross Foundation is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training for children / young people and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations, provides other finance and provides services. Over its last 5 reported years, to 1 Aug 2025, it spent £9,672 in total.
How to apply to William Cross Foundation
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from William Cross Foundation in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (williamcrossfoundation.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 William Cross Foundation
Is William Cross Foundation open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from William Cross Foundation is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does William Cross Foundation fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales.
Does William Cross Foundation give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that William Cross Foundation makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How much does William Cross Foundation give each year?
The register does not break out William Cross Foundation's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 1 Aug 2025 was £766. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £1,934 a year.
How large is William Cross Foundation?
In its latest reported year William Cross Foundation reported income of £0 and spending of £766.
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