Stella Maris
Also known as: Apostleship of the Sea
Stella Maris (formerly known as the Apostleship of the Sea) provides practical, pastoral and spiritual support to seafarers, fishers and their families through a network of port chaplains & volunteers. We visit ships directly & work in seafarers' centres. Main needs are: spiritual support; communication with family; transport; port information; news; clothing; help during crisis.
Activities & Mission
Stella Maris (formerly known as the Apostleship of the Sea) provides practical, pastoral and spiritual support to seafarers, fishers and their families through a network of port chaplains & volunteers. We visit ships directly & work in seafarers' centres. Main needs are: spiritual support; communication with family; transport; port information; news; clothing; help during crisis.
Grants
Stella Maris makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £137,505
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, religious activities, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity and other charitable purposes
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
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 | £3,055,999 | £3,036,259 | £2,385,787 | £6,473,847 | £6,048,386 | 42 / 110 |
| 2024 | £2,603,585 | £2,684,982 | £2,147,428 | £5,699,843 | £5,699,843 | 36 / 110 |
| 2023 | £2,654,965 | £2,317,152 | £1,841,660 | £5,270,403 | £5,054,956 | 37 / 85 |
| 2022 | £2,410,254 | £2,712,878 | £2,160,979 | £4,494,132 | £4,494,132 | 37 / 79 |
| 2021 | £2,130,169 | £2,577,615 | £2,047,887 | £5,306,509 | £5,084,175 | 37 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about Stella Maris
What does Stella Maris do?
Stella Maris (formerly known as the Apostleship of the Sea) provides practical, pastoral and spiritual support to seafarers, fishers and their families through a network of port chaplains & volunteers. We visit ships directly & work in seafarers' centres. Main needs are: spiritual support; communication with family; transport; port information; news; clothing; help during crisis.
How much income did Stella Maris report in 2025?
Stella Maris reported total income of £3.06m and reported expenditure of £3.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Stella Maris registered as a charity?
Stella Maris was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 June 1998 as charity number 1069833. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Stella Maris?
Stella Maris is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Stella Maris operate?
Stella Maris operates across 4 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland, South Africa and England And Wales.
Is Stella Maris a registered charity?
Yes — Stella Maris is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069833.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- Apostleship of the Sea
- Stella Maris
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated