The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance
Also known as: The Gloucester Diocesan Board of Finance Limited
The DBF undertakes three principle activities:i. It funds cost associated with the vast majority of Church of England clergy in the diocese,ii. It is responsible for the custody and management of the synod's fundsiii. It provides services to other councils and committees within the diocese, primarily PCCs and schools.
Activities & Mission
The DBF undertakes three principle activities:i. It funds cost associated with the vast majority of Church of England clergy in the diocese,ii. It is responsible for the custody and management of the synod's fundsiii. It provides services to other councils and committees within the diocese, primarily PCCs and schools.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 291). How is this calculated?
Higher than 55% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Education charities with income over £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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — The Worship Foundation (organisation 5101022)
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Bishop Monk's Horfield Trust (organisation 201413)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £12,165,707 | £15,804,018 | £15,522,577 | £111,159,459 | £6,008,164 | 65 / 51 |
| 2024 | £24,832,342 | £15,519,014 | £15,340,270 | £115,857,469 | £4,320,709 | 61 / 56 |
| 2023 | £10,697,846 | £13,402,434 | £13,316,320 | £105,951,012 | £4,492,898 | 58 / 43 |
| 2022 | £11,388,000 | £12,852,000 | £12,687,000 | £95,233,000 | £7,982,000 | 49 / 51 |
| 2021 | £12,137,000 | £12,189,000 | £12,096,000 | £98,971,000 | £0 | 48 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance
What does The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance do?
The DBF undertakes three principle activities:i. It funds cost associated with the vast majority of Church of England clergy in the diocese,ii. It is responsible for the custody and management of the synod's fundsiii. It provides services to other councils and committees within the diocese, primarily PCCs and schools.
How much income did The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance report in 2025?
The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance reported total income of £12.17m and reported expenditure of £15.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance has a program ratio of 127.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 291 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance registered as a charity?
The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 February 1967 as charity number 251234. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance is governed by a board of 20 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID WYN ROBERTS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance operate?
The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance operates across 7 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, Gloucestershire and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance a registered charity?
Yes — The Gloucester Diocesan Board Of Finance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 251234.
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Also Known As
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- 2 November 2026
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