Parish Giving Scheme
Notable UK charityPGS's principal activity is to provide the most efficient & effective way for people to financially support the activity of the Church of England locally. This is done through a regular giving scheme which collects donations through direct debit & makes the donation (including gift aid) available to be spent in a specified church/parish within 10 days.
Activities & Mission
PGS's principal activity is to provide the most efficient & effective way for people to financially support the activity of the Church of England locally. This is done through a regular giving scheme which collects donations through direct debit & makes the donation (including gift aid) available to be spent in a specified church/parish within 10 days.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £102,971,848 | £101,101,498 | £101,101,498 | £2,971,507 | £2,971,507 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £88,833,458 | £88,462,292 | £88,462,292 | £1,101,158 | £1,101,158 | 9 / 0 |
| 2022 | £75,882,303 | £75,917,157 | £75,917,157 | £729,992 | £206,033 | 9 / 0 |
| 2021 | £66,781,000 | £66,618,000 | £66,618,000 | £765,000 | £212,000 | 8 / 0 |
| 2020 | £57,785,000 | £57,883,000 | £57,883,000 | £305,000 | £305,000 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Parish Giving Scheme
What does Parish Giving Scheme do?
PGS's principal activity is to provide the most efficient & effective way for people to financially support the activity of the Church of England locally. This is done through a regular giving scheme which collects donations through direct debit & makes the donation (including gift aid) available to be spent in a specified church/parish within 10 days.
How much income did Parish Giving Scheme report in 2024?
Parish Giving Scheme reported total income of £102.97m and reported expenditure of £101.10m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Parish Giving Scheme registered as a charity?
Parish Giving Scheme was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 April 2014 as charity number 1156606. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Parish Giving Scheme?
Parish Giving Scheme is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Parish Giving Scheme operate?
Parish Giving Scheme operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Parish Giving Scheme a registered charity?
Yes — Parish Giving Scheme is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156606.
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