The East Lancashire Masonic Charity
Also known as: The East Lancashire Masonic Benevolent Institution (incorporated), E L M B I
The relief of poverty, predominantly but not exclusively to East Lancashire Freemasons and their dependents.The education of children of needy or deceased FreemasonsTo promote other charitable purposes for the general benefit of the public living predominantly but not exclusively in the East Lancashire area.
Activities & Mission
The relief of poverty, predominantly but not exclusively to East Lancashire Freemasons and their dependents.The education of children of needy or deceased FreemasonsTo promote other charitable purposes for the general benefit of the public living predominantly but not exclusively in the East Lancashire area.
Grants
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,264,281
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and accommodation or housing
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 94% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 147). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 31% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £999,582 | £1,264,281 | £1,140,906 | £10,693,993 | £7,453,685 | 29 / 40 |
| 2024 | £1,092,086 | £1,305,703 | £1,190,506 | £9,616,117 | £9,584,018 | 19 / 40 |
| 2023 | £1,036,704 | £1,012,779 | £921,522 | £9,534,414 | £9,502,315 | 28 / 40 |
| 2022 | £1,277,875 | £1,003,242 | £915,395 | £9,290,305 | £7,762,198 | 30 / 40 |
| 2021 | £786,556 | £1,691,539 | £714,620 | £8,437,493 | £8,405,394 | 27 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The East Lancashire Masonic Charity
What does The East Lancashire Masonic Charity do?
The relief of poverty, predominantly but not exclusively to East Lancashire Freemasons and their dependents.The education of children of needy or deceased FreemasonsTo promote other charitable purposes for the general benefit of the public living predominantly but not exclusively in the East Lancashire area.
How much income did The East Lancashire Masonic Charity report in 2025?
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity reported total income of £1000k and reported expenditure of £1.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The East Lancashire Masonic Charity?
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity has a program ratio of 114.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 147 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The East Lancashire Masonic Charity registered as a charity?
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 1964 as charity number 225151. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The East Lancashire Masonic Charity?
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Chad Anthony Northcott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The East Lancashire Masonic Charity operate?
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The East Lancashire Masonic Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The East Lancashire Masonic Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 225151.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The East Lancashire Masonic Benevolent Institution (incorporated)
- E L M B I
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated