Birmingham City Mission

The Charity's primary activity is the spreading of the Christian message throughout the West Midlands. In pursuing this aim, the Charity also responds to people in need, of all ages.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity's primary activity is the spreading of the Christian message throughout the West Midlands. In pursuing this aim, the Charity also responds to people in need, of all ages.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Local Authority

Birmingham City Coventry City Dudley Sandwell Solihull Walsall Wolverhampton

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,386,867

Latest Expenditure

£1,398,171

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 98.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 97.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 4.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,186,981

Charitable Activities £10,301

Other Trading £156,363

Investments £31,205

Other Income £2,017

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,368,864

Raising Funds £29,307

Governance £29,179

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£1,386,867	£1,398,171	£1,368,864	£1,994,029	£1,661,220	37 / 500
2024	£1,615,647	£1,247,643	£1,217,728	£2,005,335	£1,248,176	38 / 523
2023	£1,036,289	£1,240,268	£1,216,060	£1,637,331	£1,280,417	39 / 200
2022	£1,168,045	£1,144,200	£1,120,408	£1,841,308	£1,061,961	39 / 495
2021	£1,295,574	£1,017,834	£996,049	£1,817,463	£1,439,607	39 / 150

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Birmingham City Mission

What does Birmingham City Mission do?

The Charity's primary activity is the spreading of the Christian message throughout the West Midlands. In pursuing this aim, the Charity also responds to people in need, of all ages.

How much income did Birmingham City Mission report in 2025?

Birmingham City Mission reported total income of £1.39m and reported expenditure of £1.40m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Birmingham City Mission registered as a charity?

Birmingham City Mission was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 November 1995 as charity number 1051023. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs Birmingham City Mission?

Birmingham City Mission is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is OWEN GEORGE NICHOLDS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Birmingham City Mission operate?

Birmingham City Mission operates across 7 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Dudley and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Birmingham City Mission a registered charity?

Yes — Birmingham City Mission is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1051023.