The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy
TO HELP CLERGY WIDOWS AND RETIRED CLERGY IN CASES OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, PARTICULARLY WITH HOUSING COSTS. SOCIAL EVENTS ARE HELD AND THE SERVICES OF A DIOCESAN OFFICER AND VISITORS ARE PROVIDED.
Activities & Mission
TO HELP CLERGY WIDOWS AND RETIRED CLERGY IN CASES OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, PARTICULARLY WITH HOUSING COSTS. SOCIAL EVENTS ARE HELD AND THE SERVICES OF A DIOCESAN OFFICER AND VISITORS ARE PROVIDED.
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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.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £79,448 | £207,452 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £77,770 | £71,994 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £77,845 | £90,212 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £75,721 | £49,893 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £72,913 | £45,155 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy
What does The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy do?
TO HELP CLERGY WIDOWS AND RETIRED CLERGY IN CASES OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, PARTICULARLY WITH HOUSING COSTS. SOCIAL EVENTS ARE HELD AND THE SERVICES OF A DIOCESAN OFFICER AND VISITORS ARE PROVIDED.
How much income did The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy report in 2024?
The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy reported total income of £79k and reported expenditure of £207k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy registered as a charity?
The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 1976 as charity number 505091. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy?
The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy operate?
The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy a registered charity?
Yes — The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 505091.
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