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.
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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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
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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 | £168,386 | £55,951 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £72,009 | £58,550 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £86,665 | £70,234 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £153,598 | £154,153 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £75,006 | £94,770 | 0 / 0 |
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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.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Masonic Benevolent Fund (eastern Division of South Wales)
- Masonic Benevolent Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated