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East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited

To provide relief to those in need among Mark Masons, their widows and dependants in the Province of East Lancashire.The Charity helps other organizations who benefit the public by providing services which encompass outdoor activities, specialist rescue services, medical healthcare and support.

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Activities & Mission

To provide relief to those in need among Mark Masons, their widows and dependants in the Province of East Lancashire.The Charity helps other organizations who benefit the public by providing services which encompass outdoor activities, specialist rescue services, medical healthcare and support.

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

Latest Income
£236,019
Latest Expenditure
£148,961

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 63.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 63.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

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

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£236,019
£148,9610 / 0
2024
£225,981
£171,4660 / 0
2023
£221,722
£231,7110 / 7
2022
£198,592
£163,1210 / 0
2021
£177,835
£147,2770 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited

What does East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited do?

To provide relief to those in need among Mark Masons, their widows and dependants in the Province of East Lancashire.The Charity helps other organizations who benefit the public by providing services which encompass outdoor activities, specialist rescue services, medical healthcare and support.

How much income did East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited report in 2025?

East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited reported total income of £236k and reported expenditure of £149k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited registered as a charity?

East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1966 as charity number 247160. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited?

East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Andrew Christian Porter. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited operate?

East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited a registered charity?

Yes — East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 247160.

Details

Address
5 EDGE VIEW
CHADDERTON
OLDHAM
OL1 2TR
Registration Date
10 March 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
247160
Charity Number
247160

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Trustees

John Andrew Christian Porter Chair
IAN SIMON PAUL
Michael Colin
Roger Fielding
Stephen William Bolton

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