The Latin Mass Society

The primary purpose of the charity is the promotion of the celebration of the Mass and all liturgical offices and services in the Roman Catholic Church in the rite codified by the Council of Trent and in a form no later than that published in 1962.

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Activities & Mission

Grants

The Latin Mass Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to: organisations and individuals
Grants paid (2023): £24,803
Who it helps: other defined groups and the general public
What it supports: religious activities

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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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£484,250

Latest Expenditure

£605,200

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 29.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 323). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 81.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 19% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 20.6%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £842,502

Charitable Activities £45,383

Other Trading £12,062

Investments £38,065

Other Income £10,188

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £280,008

Raising Funds £63,284

Governance £7,481

Grants to Institutions £24,803

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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	£484,250	£605,200				0 / 100
2024	£358,702	£408,601				0 / 115
2023	£948,200	£343,292	£280,008	£2,047,315	£1,491,470	3 / 112
2022	£270,717	£326,092				0 / 103
2021	£318,913	£281,176				0 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Latin Mass Society

What does The Latin Mass Society do?

How much income did The Latin Mass Society report in 2025?

The Latin Mass Society reported total income of £484k and reported expenditure of £605k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Latin Mass Society?

The Latin Mass Society has a program ratio of 29.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 323 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Latin Mass Society registered as a charity?

The Latin Mass Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 June 1966 as charity number 248388. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs The Latin Mass Society?

The Latin Mass Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR THE HONOURABLE ALEXANDER JOSEPH RANALD SHAW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Latin Mass Society operate?

The Latin Mass Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Latin Mass Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Latin Mass Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248388.