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Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales

Also known as: Masonic Benevolent Fund (eastern Division of South Wales), Masonic Benevolent Fund

To assist the education and advancement of the children of distressed or deceased Freemasons in the province; to assist widows of such Freemasons; to assist old, infirm and distressed Freemasons; to subscribe to recognised Masonic charitable organisations; to donate to non Masonic charities.

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Activities & Mission

To assist the education and advancement of the children of distressed or deceased Freemasons in the province; to assist widows of such Freemasons; to assist old, infirm and distressed Freemasons; to subscribe to recognised Masonic charitable organisations; to donate to non Masonic charities.

Grants

Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£55,951
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty

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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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.

Show all 10 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£168,386
Latest Expenditure
£55,951

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 33.2%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£168,386
£55,9510 / 0
2024
£72,009
£58,5500 / 0
2023
£86,665
£70,2340 / 0
2022
£153,598
£154,1530 / 0
2021
£75,006
£94,7700 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales

What does Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales do?

To assist the education and advancement of the children of distressed or deceased Freemasons in the province; to assist widows of such Freemasons; to assist old, infirm and distressed Freemasons; to subscribe to recognised Masonic charitable organisations; to donate to non Masonic charities.

How much income did Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales report in 2025?

Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales reported total income of £168k and reported expenditure of £56k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales registered as a charity?

Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 208514. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales?

Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales 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 Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales operate?

Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales operates across 10 areas, including Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales a registered charity?

Yes — Masonic Benevolent Fund Of South Wales is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 208514.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 September 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
208514
Charity Number
208514

Trustees

ANDREW LINDSAY GRETTON
DAVID ANTHONY JOHN SWAIN
GRANVILLE DAVID THOMAS
MARTYN ALAN RIDGE
PATRICK PATTISON
Philip Bevan
Also governs 1 other charity
RICHARD LLOYD THOMAS
STEVEN BICKERTON
WILLIAM JOHN MORRIS

Also Known As

  • Masonic Benevolent Fund (eastern Division of South Wales)
  • Masonic Benevolent Fund

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2 November 2026
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