The Friends Of Launde

Supporting both spiritually and financially Launde Abbey Trust which is a Retreat House in Leicestershire.

Activities & Mission

Supporting both spiritually and financially Launde Abbey Trust which is a Retreat House in Leicestershire.

Grants

The Friends Of Launde is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to: organisations
Total spending (2025): £19,488; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
What it supports: 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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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.

Local Authority

Leicestershire Northamptonshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£31,837

Latest Expenditure

£19,488

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 61.2%

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 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£31,837	£19,488	0 / 0
2024	£22,388	£13,913	0 / 0
2023	£26,513	£24,429	0 / 0
2022	£26,755	£16,321	0 / 11
2021	£15,338	£16,464	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Launde

What does The Friends Of Launde do?

Supporting both spiritually and financially Launde Abbey Trust which is a Retreat House in Leicestershire.

How much income did The Friends Of Launde report in 2025?

The Friends Of Launde reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Launde registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Launde was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 1987 as charity number 519042. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Launde?

The Friends Of Launde is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Madeleine Valerie Wang. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Launde operate?

The Friends Of Launde operates across 2 areas: Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

Is The Friends Of Launde a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Launde is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519042.