The Pointer Family Trust
The Pointer Family Trust (Charity No. 1131857) is a grant-making charitable trust based in Bristol, UK, managed by Ludlow Trust Co Ltd. It supports general charitable purposes and invites applications from organisations through its online platform.

Activities and Governance
The trust operates by distributing grants to organisations aligned with its charitable objectives, though specific funding priorities are not publicly detailed. As of its latest financial report (ending 31 October 2023), it reported an income of £27,720 and expenditure of £96,035. The trust is overseen by three trustees, at least one of whom receives remuneration for services provided to the charity.

Funding Process
Applicants are directed to submit requests via the trust’s dedicated funding portal. The trust emphasizes accessibility through its digital application system but does not disclose explicit eligibility criteria or thematic focus areas beyond general charitable purposes.

Financial Overview
Recent financial data indicates a significant increase in expenditure relative to income, suggesting either expanded grant-making activities or operational investments. The trust holds no trading subsidiaries and relies on grant disbursements as its primary expenditure.

Note on Naming
A similarly named entity, The Pointer Family Charitable Trust (Charity No. 285037), operates separately, while The Points Family Trust (unrelated, per available records) focuses on international projects in conservation, education, and human rights. Confusion may arise due to naming similarities, but these are distinct organisations.

Administration
Day-to-day management is handled by Ludlow Trust Co Ltd, a professional trust corporation. The trust’s reporting remains up-to-date with the Charity Commission, reflecting compliance with regulatory requirements.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4047390 [2] https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity/the-pointer-family-trust [3] https://www.charitychoice.co.uk/the-pointer-family-trust-23432 [4] https://www.givingresults.co.uk/result?regno=285037 [5] https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/node/88053