The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust
Relief of need, hardship & distress, and promotion of education, family life and recreation among the families of clergy & licensed lay workers of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chester.
Activities & Mission
Relief of need, hardship & distress, and promotion of education, family life and recreation among the families of clergy & licensed lay workers of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chester.
Grants
The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £27,653
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty
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
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £39,820 | £27,653 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £35,239 | £26,000 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £65,565 | £6,300 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £30,916 | £27,983 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £29,626 | £24,607 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust
What does The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust do?
Relief of need, hardship & distress, and promotion of education, family life and recreation among the families of clergy & licensed lay workers of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chester.
How much income did The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2000 as charity number 1079645. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust?
The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thomas David Briggs CVO MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust operate?
The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust operates across 8 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Halton and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Chester Clergy Family Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079645.
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Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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