Bristol Masons' Charity
Also known as: The Bristol Masonic Benevolent Institution
1. To make grants to Masons and / or their dependents who are living in reduced circumstances.2. To make grants to individuals at the discretion of the management Committee3. To make grants to other Registered Charities
Activities & Mission
1. To make grants to Masons and / or their dependents who are living in reduced circumstances.2. To make grants to individuals at the discretion of the management Committee3. To make grants to other Registered Charities
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 157). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £995,922 | £796,789 | £140,804 | £7,531,204 | £7,531,204 | 0 / 7 |
| 2024 | £358,442 | £464,746 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2023 | £637,592 | £830,953 | £188,492 | £6,559,392 | £200,000 | 0 / 7 |
| 2022 | £791,639 | £770,483 | £130,373 | £6,399,546 | £120,000 | 0 / 7 |
| 2021 | £719,380 | £1,051,680 | £47,750 | £6,814,155 | £0 | 0 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bristol Masons' Charity
What does Bristol Masons' Charity do?
1. To make grants to Masons and / or their dependents who are living in reduced circumstances.2. To make grants to individuals at the discretion of the management Committee3. To make grants to other Registered Charities
How much income did Bristol Masons' Charity report in 2025?
Bristol Masons' Charity reported total income of £996k and reported expenditure of £797k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bristol Masons' Charity?
Bristol Masons' Charity has a program ratio of 14.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 157 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bristol Masons' Charity registered as a charity?
Bristol Masons' Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206528. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Bristol Masons' Charity?
Bristol Masons' Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bristol Masons' Charity operate?
Bristol Masons' Charity operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bristol Masons' Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Bristol Masons' Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206528.
Details
Coombe Dingle
BRISTOL
BS9 2RQ
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated