Caritas Social Action
Also known as: Catholic Social Action in England and Wales
Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) is the official domestic social action agency of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales and a member of Caritas Internationalis. We support our family of charities and dioceses and seek to strengthen and facilitate Catholic charitable activities, and to bring the voices of the poor and Catholic teaching to bear in guiding public policy.
Activities & Mission
Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) is the official domestic social action agency of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales and a member of Caritas Internationalis. We support our family of charities and dioceses and seek to strengthen and facilitate Catholic charitable activities, and to bring the voices of the poor and Catholic teaching to bear in guiding public policy.
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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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £360,000 | £370,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £444,000 | £414,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £403,714 | £387,391 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £286,911 | £295,396 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £405,793 | £334,470 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Caritas Social Action
What does Caritas Social Action do?
Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) is the official domestic social action agency of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales and a member of Caritas Internationalis. We support our family of charities and dioceses and seek to strengthen and facilitate Catholic charitable activities, and to bring the voices of the poor and Catholic teaching to bear in guiding public policy.
How much income did Caritas Social Action report in 2024?
Caritas Social Action reported total income of £360k and reported expenditure of £370k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Caritas Social Action registered as a charity?
Caritas Social Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 January 2004 as charity number 1101431. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Caritas Social Action?
Caritas Social Action is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Most Rev Malcolm McMahon OP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Caritas Social Action operate?
Caritas Social Action operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Caritas Social Action a registered charity?
Yes — Caritas Social Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101431.
Details
Romero House
55 Westminster Bridge Road
LONDON
SE1 7JB
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Also Known As
- Catholic Social Action in England and Wales
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- 14 May 2026
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