Grace And Compassion Benedictines
Also known as: Benedictine Sisters of Our Lady of Grace and Compassion
Our focus in the U.K. is to provide comfort and security for the elderly in a family atmosphere, in our residential homes, nursing unit and retirement flats. The Congregation's work overseas is more diverse; to respond to destitution, sickness, lack of employment or education opportunity.
Activities & Mission
Our focus in the U.K. is to provide comfort and security for the elderly in a family atmosphere, in our residential homes, nursing unit and retirement flats. The Congregation's work overseas is more diverse; to respond to destitution, sickness, lack of employment or education opportunity.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £8,433,552 | £7,387,487 | £7,340,794 | £23,790,628 | £16,358,180 | 108 / 0 |
| 2023 | £9,518,170 | £6,512,998 | £6,470,412 | £21,891,300 | £14,026,737 | 97 / 0 |
| 2022 | £6,088,798 | £6,450,195 | £6,405,797 | £18,728,362 | £10,723,997 | 112 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,305,428 | £6,706,894 | £6,663,114 | £20,134,882 | £10,794,749 | 115 / 0 |
| 2020 | £6,315,632 | £6,906,062 | £6,866,806 | £20,438,031 | £10,553,454 | 108 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Grace And Compassion Benedictines
What does Grace And Compassion Benedictines do?
Our focus in the U.K. is to provide comfort and security for the elderly in a family atmosphere, in our residential homes, nursing unit and retirement flats. The Congregation's work overseas is more diverse; to respond to destitution, sickness, lack of employment or education opportunity.
How much income did Grace And Compassion Benedictines report in 2024?
Grace And Compassion Benedictines reported total income of £8.43m and reported expenditure of £7.39m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Grace And Compassion Benedictines?
Grace And Compassion Benedictines has a program ratio of 87.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Grace And Compassion Benedictines registered as a charity?
Grace And Compassion Benedictines was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 1996 as charity number 1056064. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Grace And Compassion Benedictines?
Grace And Compassion Benedictines is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is SISTER KATHRYN ANNE YEELES OSB. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Grace And Compassion Benedictines operate?
Grace And Compassion Benedictines operates across 8 areas, including India, Kenya, Sri Lanka and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Grace And Compassion Benedictines a registered charity?
Yes — Grace And Compassion Benedictines is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056064.
Details
38-39 PRESTON PARK AVENUE
BRIGHTON
BN1 6HG
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Also Known As
- Benedictine Sisters of Our Lady of Grace and Compassion
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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