Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund
The principal aim of the Charity is the care of sick clergy and retired clergy of Shrewsbury Catholic Diocese (who are members of the fund) through financial grants.
Activities & Mission
The principal aim of the Charity is the care of sick clergy and retired clergy of Shrewsbury Catholic Diocese (who are members of the fund) through financial grants.
Grants
Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £80,040
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people, people with disabilities and other defined groups
- What it supports
- disability and religious activities
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 | £49,125 | £80,040 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £34,952 | £63,703 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £66,907 | £65,209 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £51,479 | £72,436 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £28,121 | £59,704 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund
What does Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund do?
The principal aim of the Charity is the care of sick clergy and retired clergy of Shrewsbury Catholic Diocese (who are members of the fund) through financial grants.
How much income did Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund report in 2025?
Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund reported total income of £49k 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 Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund registered as a charity?
Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 1964 as charity number 218087. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund?
Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev GEORGE EDWARD JOSEPH BROWNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund operate?
Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund operates across 10 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Halton and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Shrewsbury Secular Clergy Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 218087.
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