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St Stephen Society

The promotion of Christian faith and the relief of poverty throughout the world.

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Activities & Mission

The promotion of Christian faith and the relief of poverty throughout the world.

Grants

St Stephen Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£80,955
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
the prevention or relief of poverty 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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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
£97,847
Latest Expenditure
£80,955

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 82.7%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£97,847
£80,9550 / 0
2024
£45,734
£78,7110 / 1
2023
£242,581
£226,4650 / 1
2022
£192,804
£204,7980 / 0
2021
£70,666
£48,7250 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about St Stephen Society

What does St Stephen Society do?

The promotion of Christian faith and the relief of poverty throughout the world.

How much income did St Stephen Society report in 2025?

St Stephen Society reported total income of £98k and reported expenditure of £81k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St Stephen Society registered as a charity?

St Stephen Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 1982 as charity number 285391. It has been registered for 44 years.

Who runs St Stephen Society?

St Stephen Society is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St Stephen Society operate?

St Stephen Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St Stephen Society a registered charity?

Yes — St Stephen Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285391.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
16 September 1982
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
285391
Charity Number
285391

Trustees

Benjamin David Ford
CAROLINE COLLINGTON
DEBORAH JANE FOSTER
JAMES ODGERS
Also governs 1 other charity
THOMAS BENJAMIN HIGHLEY ARCHER

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Data & trust

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