The Bristol Benevolent Institution
Also known as: Bbi
To provide support to those less fortunate than many in the Bristol area by provision of grants and interest free loans, as well as contact and advice through regular visitation.
Activities & Mission
To provide support to those less fortunate than many in the Bristol area by provision of grants and interest free loans, as well as contact and advice through regular visitation.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 84% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £393,617 | £852,893 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £436,609 | £743,046 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £542,393 | £688,901 | £591,442 | £14,841,686 | £1,072,030 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £636,866 | £619,545 | £551,511 | £16,057,498 | £494,364 | 6 / 0 |
| 2020 | £463,711 | £613,538 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Bristol Benevolent Institution
What does The Bristol Benevolent Institution do?
To provide support to those less fortunate than many in the Bristol area by provision of grants and interest free loans, as well as contact and advice through regular visitation.
How much income did The Bristol Benevolent Institution report in 2024?
The Bristol Benevolent Institution reported total income of £394k and reported expenditure of £853k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bristol Benevolent Institution?
The Bristol Benevolent Institution has a program ratio of 109.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bristol Benevolent Institution registered as a charity?
The Bristol Benevolent Institution was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1962 as charity number 204592. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Bristol Benevolent Institution?
The Bristol Benevolent Institution 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 Bristol Benevolent Institution operate?
The Bristol Benevolent Institution operates across 4 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Is The Bristol Benevolent Institution a registered charity?
Yes — The Bristol Benevolent Institution is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 204592.
Details
Westbury-On-Trym
BRISTOL
BS9 4AD
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated