Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund
Defrays the costs of the Central Administration of the SSF & the expenses of its Ministers' General & First Order General Secretaries.Through its Development Fund, makes grants for the work of the Society of St Francis throughout the world.Through its Legacy Fund funds capital projects in Europe, provides long term support of elderly First Order Brothers & of SSF's work throughout the world.
Activities & Mission
Defrays the costs of the Central Administration of the SSF & the expenses of its Ministers' General & First Order General Secretaries.Through its Development Fund, makes grants for the work of the Society of St Francis throughout the world.Through its Legacy Fund funds capital projects in Europe, provides long term support of elderly First Order Brothers & of SSF's work throughout the world.
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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 | £155,103 | £155,616 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £169,567 | £76,191 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £138,991 | £100,939 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £131,112 | £99,185 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £137,438 | £63,233 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund
What does Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund do?
Defrays the costs of the Central Administration of the SSF & the expenses of its Ministers' General & First Order General Secretaries.Through its Development Fund, makes grants for the work of the Society of St Francis throughout the world.Through its Legacy Fund funds capital projects in Europe, provides long term support of elderly First Order Brothers & of SSF's work throughout the world.
How much income did Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund report in 2025?
Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund reported total income of £155k and reported expenditure of £156k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund registered as a charity?
Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 1980 as charity number 280238. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund?
Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jane Helen Gillbe. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund operate?
Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund operates across 5 areas, including Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, South Korea and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Society Of Saint Francis Central Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280238.
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5 Trinity Street
LONDON
SE1 1DB
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