Oxfordshire Masonic Charity
Also known as: The Provincial Education and Relief Fund
The objects of the charity are the relief of such poor and distressed freemasons or their poor and distressed widows and children, to or for the benefit of such masonic charities or other charitable institutions, societies and objects, as the provincial Grand Lodge shall in duly constituted meeting advise.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are the relief of such poor and distressed freemasons or their poor and distressed widows and children, to or for the benefit of such masonic charities or other charitable institutions, societies and objects, as the provincial Grand Lodge shall in duly constituted meeting advise.
Grants
Oxfordshire Masonic Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £138,304
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £87,654 | £138,304 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2025 | £446,087 | £70,762 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £84,502 | £89,343 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £80,812 | £79,762 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £73,329 | £89,763 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Oxfordshire Masonic Charity
What does Oxfordshire Masonic Charity do?
The objects of the charity are the relief of such poor and distressed freemasons or their poor and distressed widows and children, to or for the benefit of such masonic charities or other charitable institutions, societies and objects, as the provincial Grand Lodge shall in duly constituted meeting advise.
How much income did Oxfordshire Masonic Charity report in 2026?
Oxfordshire Masonic Charity reported total income of £88k and reported expenditure of £138k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Oxfordshire Masonic Charity registered as a charity?
Oxfordshire Masonic Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1979 as charity number 278761. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Oxfordshire Masonic Charity?
Oxfordshire Masonic Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oxfordshire Masonic Charity operate?
Oxfordshire Masonic Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Oxfordshire Masonic Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Oxfordshire Masonic Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278761.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Provincial Education and Relief Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated