Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact)
Also known as: The Bourne Trust, The Catholic Social Service for Prisoners
Pact supports people affected by imprisonment to cope and to make a fresh start, including prisoners, people with convictions, their children and families. Our work reduces harm and reoffending. We work in prisons of all types, in courts and in communities. We reduce the risk of suicide and self-harm, safeguard children and vulnerable adults, and maintain and strengthen family relationships.
Activities & Mission
Pact supports people affected by imprisonment to cope and to make a fresh start, including prisoners, people with convictions, their children and families. Our work reduces harm and reoffending. We work in prisons of all types, in courts and in communities. We reduce the risk of suicide and self-harm, safeguard children and vulnerable adults, and maintain and strengthen family relationships.
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
Higher than 77% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £9,798,000 | £10,466,000 | £10,139,000 | £1,496,000 | £936,000 | 414 / 1557 |
| 2024 | £10,231,000 | £10,911,000 | £10,599,000 | £2,169,000 | £0 | 382 / 745 |
| 2023 | £8,089,000 | £9,462,000 | £9,228,000 | £2,781,000 | £935,000 | 218 / 837 |
| 2022 | £6,275,000 | £7,017,000 | £6,789,000 | £4,175,000 | £957,000 | 193 / 320 |
| 2021 | £8,577,000 | £6,453,000 | £6,308,000 | £4,909,000 | £932,000 | 178 / 642 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact)
What does Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) do?
Pact supports people affected by imprisonment to cope and to make a fresh start, including prisoners, people with convictions, their children and families. Our work reduces harm and reoffending. We work in prisons of all types, in courts and in communities. We reduce the risk of suicide and self-harm, safeguard children and vulnerable adults, and maintain and strengthen family relationships.
How much income did Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) report in 2025?
Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) reported total income of £9.80m and reported expenditure of £10.47m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact)?
Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) has a program ratio of 103.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) registered as a charity?
Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 May 1963 as charity number 219278. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact)?
Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor James McManus. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) operate?
Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) a registered charity?
Yes — Prison Advice And Care Trust (pact) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219278.
Details
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265-269 Wimbledon Park Road
LONDON
SW19 6NW
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Also Known As
- The Bourne Trust
- The Catholic Social Service for Prisoners
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated