The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited
The primary objective is to promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bristol.
Activities & Mission
The primary objective is to promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bristol.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 96% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £9,469,000 | £13,525,000 | £13,379,000 | £71,561,000 | £16,988,000 | 86 / 130 |
| 2023 | £8,997,000 | £11,648,000 | £11,538,000 | £74,438,000 | £19,910,000 | 67 / 130 |
| 2022 | £9,584,000 | £10,151,000 | £9,996,000 | £73,294,000 | £21,149,000 | 58 / 130 |
| 2021 | £9,370,000 | £9,709,000 | £9,577,000 | £77,690,000 | £1,948,000 | 58 / 135 |
| 2020 | £13,971,000 | £9,564,000 | £9,433,000 | £72,764,000 | £18,751,000 | 51 / 138 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited
What does The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited do?
The primary objective is to promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bristol.
How much income did The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited report in 2024?
The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited reported total income of £9.47m and reported expenditure of £13.53m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited?
The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited has a program ratio of 141.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited registered as a charity?
The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 1966 as charity number 248502. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited?
The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Francis Bacon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited operate?
The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited operates across 6 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Bristol Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248502.
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