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Leeds Diocesan Trust

Also known as: Diocese of Leeds

The principal aims of the Charity are:The advancement of the Roman Catholic ReligionThe promotion of Catholic teaching The provision and maintenance of churches, presbyteries and schoolsThe provision and care of priests.

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Activities & Mission

The principal aims of the Charity are:The advancement of the Roman Catholic ReligionThe promotion of Catholic teaching The provision and maintenance of churches, presbyteries and schoolsThe provision and care of priests.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£12,720,000
Latest Expenditure
£14,989,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 105.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 89.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 10.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £8,780,000
Charitable Activities £1,217,000
Other Trading £2,157,000
Investments £566,000
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £13,443,000
Raising Funds £1,546,000
Governance £24,000
Grants to Institutions £600,000
Other Expenditure £0

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
£12,720,000
£14,989,000£13,443,000£52,529,000£9,376,000156 / 1200
2024
£13,072,000
£14,440,000£13,136,000£54,543,000£12,303,000165 / 0
2023
£12,062,000
£12,773,000£11,527,000£57,039,000£16,913,000174 / 0
2022
£12,352,000
£11,894,000£10,908,000£58,078,000£18,410,000159 / 0
2021
£8,438,000
£9,410,000£8,649,000£56,777,000£16,175,000147 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Diocesan Trust

What does Leeds Diocesan Trust do?

The principal aims of the Charity are:The advancement of the Roman Catholic ReligionThe promotion of Catholic teaching The provision and maintenance of churches, presbyteries and schoolsThe provision and care of priests.

How much income did Leeds Diocesan Trust report in 2025?

Leeds Diocesan Trust reported total income of £12.72m and reported expenditure of £14.99m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Diocesan Trust registered as a charity?

Leeds Diocesan Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 1966 as charity number 249404. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs Leeds Diocesan Trust?

Leeds Diocesan Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Diocesan Trust operate?

Leeds Diocesan Trust operates across 3 areas: East Riding Of Yorkshire, Leeds City and North Yorkshire.

Is Leeds Diocesan Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Diocesan Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249404.

Details

Address
DIOCESE OF LEEDS PASTORAL CENTRE
HINSLEY HALL
62 HEADINGLEY LANE
LEEDS
LS6 2BX
Registration Date
12 September 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
249404
Charity Number
249404

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Trustees

DIOCESE OF LEEDS TRUSTEE

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Diocese of Leeds

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