Friends Of St Pauls
Council aims to achieve the Friends' objects of fellowship and fundraising to support St Paul's often in both time and money, by promoting membership of the Friends, producing the twice-yearly Dome magazine, organising self-financing social activities for members, and making financial grants to the Corporation of the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London out of net funds raised including legacies.
Activities & Mission
Council aims to achieve the Friends' objects of fellowship and fundraising to support St Paul's often in both time and money, by promoting membership of the Friends, producing the twice-yearly Dome magazine, organising self-financing social activities for members, and making financial grants to the Corporation of the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London out of net funds raised including legacies.
Grants
Friends Of St Pauls is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £113,268
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- religious activities and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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
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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 | £114,317 | £113,268 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £87,387 | £87,549 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £167,976 | £321,659 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £68,060 | £171,515 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £98,027 | £170,658 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of St Pauls
What does Friends Of St Pauls do?
Council aims to achieve the Friends' objects of fellowship and fundraising to support St Paul's often in both time and money, by promoting membership of the Friends, producing the twice-yearly Dome magazine, organising self-financing social activities for members, and making financial grants to the Corporation of the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London out of net funds raised including legacies.
How much income did Friends Of St Pauls report in 2025?
Friends Of St Pauls reported total income of £114k and reported expenditure of £113k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of St Pauls registered as a charity?
Friends Of St Pauls was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1971 as charity number 261905. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs Friends Of St Pauls?
Friends Of St Pauls is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of St Pauls operate?
Friends Of St Pauls operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of St Pauls a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of St Pauls is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261905.
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Trustees
Also governs 3 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated