The Ashley Charitable Trust
The Ashley Charitable Trust is a registered UK charity (number 1043591) established in 1995 following the death of Jane Ashley, wife of Neil Ashley and mother of Miles and Richard Ashley. Originally named the Jane Ashley Charitable Trust, it adopted its current name in 2000 to expand its scope of activities[1][2].

Mission and Activities
Focusing on health promotion and disease relief, the Trust prioritizes cancer research, education, and patient care, particularly in breast and gynaecological cancers. Its objectives include funding clinical studies, improving treatment methodologies, and disseminating medical information to healthcare professionals such as GPs, nurses, and consultants[1][3].

Governance and Structure
The Trust is governed by four trustees, including Neil Ashley and his son Richard Neil Ashley. As of 2023, other trustees include Dr. Bernadette Anne Lavery (appointed 2020) and Ian Miles (appointed 2015), all serving unpaid roles[4].

Financial Overview
In the financial year ending April 2023, the Trust reported £9,367 in total income and £26,941 in expenditures, reflecting its grant-giving focus[3].

Scope and Reach
Operating primarily in Oxfordshire and surrounding regions, the charity supports projects across England and Wales, emphasizing research, public health education, and direct patient care initiatives[1][4].

Historical Notes
The Trust’s renaming in 2000 allowed it to broaden its remit beyond its original focus, reflecting evolving priorities in cancer treatment and health advocacy[1][2].

This article pertains specifically to The Ashley Charitable Trust (1043591). For the unrelated UK homeless charity, see The Ashley Foundation.

[1] http://www.ashleycharitabletrust.org.uk/about/who-we-are.html [2] http://www.ashleycharitabletrust.org.uk [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/about-the-register-of-charities/-/charity-details/1043591 [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1043591/full-print [5] https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/charity-inquiry-the-ashley-foundation/charity-inquiry-the-ashley-foundation