Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance
The Board of Finance is the registered company of the Diocese of Canterbury to manage its financial affairs and hold its assets.The Diocese of Canterbury consists of the parishes of East Kent whose object is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.
Activities & Mission
The Board of Finance is the registered company of the Diocese of Canterbury to manage its financial affairs and hold its assets.The Diocese of Canterbury consists of the parishes of East Kent whose object is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.
Grants
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £14,210,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 88). How is this calculated?
Higher than 73% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 51% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £14,152,000 | £14,210,000 | £14,095,000 | £104,905,000 | £5,274,000 | 58 / 50 |
| 2024 | £12,537,000 | £11,888,000 | £11,745,000 | £103,148,000 | £3,400,000 | 53 / 50 |
| 2023 | £11,218,000 | £11,836,000 | £11,631,000 | £100,320,000 | £2,590,000 | 170 / 50 |
| 2022 | £13,182,000 | £11,594,000 | £11,381,000 | £102,020,000 | £2,998,000 | 187 / 50 |
| 2021 | £11,751,000 | £11,503,000 | £11,182,000 | £99,477,000 | £3,316,000 | 193 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance
What does Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance do?
The Board of Finance is the registered company of the Diocese of Canterbury to manage its financial affairs and hold its assets.The Diocese of Canterbury consists of the parishes of East Kent whose object is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.
How much income did Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance report in 2025?
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance reported total income of £14.15m and reported expenditure of £14.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance?
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance has a program ratio of 99.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 88 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance registered as a charity?
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 November 1966 as charity number 249972. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance?
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance operate?
Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance a registered charity?
Yes — Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249972.
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Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated