The Grand Charity
Also known as: The Freemasons Grand Charity
THE FREEMASONS' GRAND CHARITY IS THE CENTRAL GRANT-GIVING CHARITY OF ALL ENGLISH CONSTITUTION FREEMASONS. ITS OBJECTS ARE VERY BROAD AND GIVE DISCRETION TO THE COUNCIL TO DETERMINE CHARITABLE POLICIES. THE TWO PRIMARY ACTIVITIES ARE 1. GRANTS: FOR MASONS OR THEIR DEPENDANTS; OTHER MASONIC CHARITIES & NON-MASONIC CHARITIES. 2. MANAGING THE RELIEF CHEST SCHEME.
Activities & Mission
THE FREEMASONS' GRAND CHARITY IS THE CENTRAL GRANT-GIVING CHARITY OF ALL ENGLISH CONSTITUTION FREEMASONS. ITS OBJECTS ARE VERY BROAD AND GIVE DISCRETION TO THE COUNCIL TO DETERMINE CHARITABLE POLICIES. THE TWO PRIMARY ACTIVITIES ARE 1. GRANTS: FOR MASONS OR THEIR DEPENDANTS; OTHER MASONIC CHARITIES & NON-MASONIC CHARITIES. 2. MANAGING THE RELIEF CHEST SCHEME.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 44% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample: 36). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M. (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 | £15,974,000 | £14,846,000 | £14,846,000 | £20,942,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £15,245,000 | £16,743,000 | £16,743,000 | £19,814,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,926,000 | £15,400,000 | £15,400,000 | £21,312,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £10,567,000 | £9,577,000 | £9,577,000 | £22,786,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £8,474,000 | £9,749,000 | £9,749,000 | £21,796,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Grand Charity
What does The Grand Charity do?
THE FREEMASONS' GRAND CHARITY IS THE CENTRAL GRANT-GIVING CHARITY OF ALL ENGLISH CONSTITUTION FREEMASONS. ITS OBJECTS ARE VERY BROAD AND GIVE DISCRETION TO THE COUNCIL TO DETERMINE CHARITABLE POLICIES. THE TWO PRIMARY ACTIVITIES ARE 1. GRANTS: FOR MASONS OR THEIR DEPENDANTS; OTHER MASONIC CHARITIES & NON-MASONIC CHARITIES. 2. MANAGING THE RELIEF CHEST SCHEME.
How much income did The Grand Charity report in 2025?
The Grand Charity reported total income of £15.97m and reported expenditure of £14.85m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Grand Charity?
The Grand Charity has a program ratio of 92.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 44% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample of 36 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Grand Charity registered as a charity?
The Grand Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 1981 as charity number 281942. It has been registered for 45 years.
Who runs The Grand Charity?
The Grand Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Grand Charity operate?
The Grand Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Grand Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Grand Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 281942.
Details
60 GREAT QUEEN STREET
LONDON
WC2B 5AZ
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated