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.
Grants
The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,830,178
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability 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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £379,901 | £1,830,178 | 0 / 87526 | |||
| 2024 | £364,964 | £1,756,751 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £338,286 | £1,806,650 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £376,093 | £1,798,878 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £286,762 | £1,751,932 | 0 / 0 |
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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 2025?
The Community Of St Mary The Virgin At Wantage reported total income of £380k and reported expenditure of £1.83m for the financial year ending 2025, 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.
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Also Known As
- Csmv
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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