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The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage

Also known as: Csmv

To advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public, in particular through maintaining St Mary's Convent Wantage and sustaining the religious community there, and promoting the religious life generally; for public benefit, to support education through projects with an Anglican character or an Anglican partner; to assist and support projects for vulnerable women suffering from illness.

Activities & Mission

To advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public, in particular through maintaining St Mary's Convent Wantage and sustaining the religious community there, and promoting the religious life generally; for public benefit, to support education through projects with an Anglican character or an Anglican partner; to assist and support projects for vulnerable women suffering from illness.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£364,964
Latest Expenditure
£1,756,751

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 481.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 481.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£364,964
£1,756,7510 / 0
2023
£338,286
£1,806,6500 / 0
2022
£376,093
£1,798,8780 / 0
2021
£286,762
£1,751,9320 / 0
2020
£339,013
£1,706,3900 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage

What does The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage do?

To advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public, in particular through maintaining St Mary's Convent Wantage and sustaining the religious community there, and promoting the religious life generally; for public benefit, to support education through projects with an Anglican character or an Anglican partner; to assist and support projects for vulnerable women suffering from illness.

How much income did The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage report in 2024?

The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage reported total income of £365k and reported expenditure of £1.76m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage registered as a charity?

The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2019 as charity number 1181510. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage?

The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alison Jestico. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage operate?

The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage operates across 4 areas: Botswana, India, South Africa and England.

Is The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage a registered charity?

Yes — The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181510.

Details

Address
Community of St. Mary the Virgin
St. Marys Convent
Denchworth Road
WANTAGE
OX12 9AU
Website
csmv.co.uk
Registration Date
10 January 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5120116
Charity Number
1181510

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Trustees

Alison Jestico Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Gordon Joyner
Michele Annette Cynthia Foot
Professor Pauline M Rudd
Rev Philippa Judith White
Sister Elizabeth Jane Tweddle
Also governs 1 other charity
Sue Scane
Venerable Christine Allsopp
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Csmv

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