The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated)
The charity's principal activity is to promote, assist and advance the work of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chichester.
Activities & Mission
The charity's principal activity is to promote, assist and advance the work of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chichester.
Grants
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,848,000
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and religious activities
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
Higher than 65% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 88). How is this calculated?
Higher than 74% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 74% of UK Religion charities with income over £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £21,637,000 | £21,782,000 | £21,624,000 | £350,679,000 | £4,852,000 | 67 / 75 |
| 2024 | £22,057,000 | £21,132,000 | £20,983,000 | £337,418,000 | £5,046,000 | 63 / 76 |
| 2023 | £21,263,000 | £22,057,000 | £21,918,000 | £327,943,000 | £5,400,000 | 61 / 75 |
| 2022 | £19,706,000 | £19,098,000 | £18,934,000 | £320,813,000 | £5,984,000 | 62 / 76 |
| 2021 | £17,872,000 | £17,928,000 | £17,742,000 | £313,728,000 | £5,932,000 | 63 / 76 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated)
What does The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) do?
The charity's principal activity is to promote, assist and advance the work of the Church of England in the Diocese of Chichester.
How much income did The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) report in 2025?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) reported total income of £21.64m and reported expenditure of £21.78m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated)?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) has a program ratio of 99.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 88 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) registered as a charity?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 1965 as charity number 243134. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated)?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) is governed by a board of 22 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) operate?
The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) operates across 3 areas: Brighton And Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.
Is The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) a registered charity?
Yes — The Chichester Diocesan Fund And Board Of Finance (incorporated) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 243134.
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Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated