The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion
Our overseas activities include shipment of barrels to the Caribbean Islands and Ethiopia at the request of their community leaders, filled with clothing and books. Raise funds on behalf of Christian Community appeals in Ethiopia.Continue to raise funds to renovate our building, formerly a cinema then nightclub into a community centre / place of worship.
Activities & Mission
Our overseas activities include shipment of barrels to the Caribbean Islands and Ethiopia at the request of their community leaders, filled with clothing and books. Raise funds on behalf of Christian Community appeals in Ethiopia.Continue to raise funds to renovate our building, formerly a cinema then nightclub into a community centre / place of worship.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 1% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £1,588,757 | £174,402 | £51,167 | £2,623,367 | £353,957 | 0 / 60 |
| 2024 | £327,831 | £422,705 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £380,035 | £286,723 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £116,499 | £81,874 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £85,178 | £135,595 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion
What does The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion do?
Our overseas activities include shipment of barrels to the Caribbean Islands and Ethiopia at the request of their community leaders, filled with clothing and books. Raise funds on behalf of Christian Community appeals in Ethiopia.Continue to raise funds to renovate our building, formerly a cinema then nightclub into a community centre / place of worship.
How much income did The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion report in 2025?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion reported total income of £1.59m and reported expenditure of £174k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion has a program ratio of 3.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 1% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion registered as a charity?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 1981 as charity number 282910. It has been registered for 45 years.
Who runs The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion operate?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion operates across 6 areas, including Barbados, Ethiopia, Guyana and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion a registered charity?
Yes — The Ethiopian Orthodox Church St Mary Of Zion is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 282910.
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E10 5DG
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