Ministers Benevolent Society
Also known as: M B S
To help elderly and infirm unitarian ministers and their families; and for the aid of spouses, widow(ers) and families of any such ministers as may be suffering from ill health or be left without adequate means of support.
Activities & Mission
To help elderly and infirm unitarian ministers and their families; and for the aid of spouses, widow(ers) and families of any such ministers as may be suffering from ill health or be left without adequate means of support.
Grants
Ministers Benevolent Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £79,729
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £39,967 | £79,729 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £40,370 | £53,648 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £39,417 | £64,784 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £33,618 | £43,736 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £37,127 | £35,800 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ministers Benevolent Society
What does Ministers Benevolent Society do?
To help elderly and infirm unitarian ministers and their families; and for the aid of spouses, widow(ers) and families of any such ministers as may be suffering from ill health or be left without adequate means of support.
How much income did Ministers Benevolent Society report in 2025?
Ministers Benevolent Society reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ministers Benevolent Society registered as a charity?
Ministers Benevolent Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 November 1965 as charity number 219049. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Ministers Benevolent Society?
Ministers Benevolent Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev MARTIN WHITELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ministers Benevolent Society operate?
Ministers Benevolent Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ministers Benevolent Society a registered charity?
Yes — Ministers Benevolent Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219049.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- M B S
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated