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Quest

Quest: has a network of regional groups meeting regularly for Mass, discussion and social events; publishes a Bulletin with news of local and national interest; holds an annual conference with speakers on topical subjects; operates a voicemail service - checked regularly; engages in dialogue with Church hierarchy and seeks opportunities to contribute to wider discussion on LGBT matters of faith.

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Activities & Mission

Quest: has a network of regional groups meeting regularly for Mass, discussion and social events; publishes a Bulletin with news of local and national interest; holds an annual conference with speakers on topical subjects; operates a voicemail service - checked regularly; engages in dialogue with Church hierarchy and seeks opportunities to contribute to wider discussion on LGBT matters of faith.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£15,601
Latest Expenditure
£16,259

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£15,601
£16,2590 / 8
2024
£15,128
£20,3260 / 10
2023
£19,194
£10,4410 / 10
2022
£11,996
£14,3460 / 12
2021
£12,035
£2,4210 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Quest

What does Quest do?

Quest: has a network of regional groups meeting regularly for Mass, discussion and social events; publishes a Bulletin with news of local and national interest; holds an annual conference with speakers on topical subjects; operates a voicemail service - checked regularly; engages in dialogue with Church hierarchy and seeks opportunities to contribute to wider discussion on LGBT matters of faith.

How much income did Quest report in 2025?

Quest reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Quest registered as a charity?

Quest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 1986 as charity number 294388. It has been registered for 40 years.

Who runs Quest?

Quest is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gerard Swan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Quest operate?

Quest operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Quest a registered charity?

Yes — Quest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 294388.

Details

Address
50 Willow Road
LOUGHBOROUGH
LE11 2JY
Registration Date
9 May 1986
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
294388
Charity Number
294388

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Trustees

Gerard Swan Chair
Dr Thomas Bartsch
Greg Thornton
Sandra Taylor
Ugwunna Elekwachi

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