The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance
In summary the charity's aims are to promote the work and purposes of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian religion in the Diocese of Oxford and elsewhere.
Activities & Mission
In summary the charity's aims are to promote the work and purposes of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian religion in the Diocese of Oxford and elsewhere.
Grants
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,684,364
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- religious activities
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 95% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 88). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Religion 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 | £24,862,000 | £33,845,000 | £32,581,000 | £541,732,000 | £9,630,000 | 104 / 454 |
| 2024 | £27,968,000 | £34,121,000 | £32,929,000 | £522,266,000 | £7,260,000 | 107 / 454 |
| 2023 | £28,414,000 | £30,719,000 | £29,680,000 | £524,858,000 | £9,680,000 | 105 / 429 |
| 2022 | £27,355,000 | £30,940,000 | £30,003,000 | £520,404,000 | £8,800,000 | 80 / 313 |
| 2021 | £25,352,000 | £30,803,000 | £29,184,000 | £522,785,000 | £9,000,000 | 80 / 262 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance
What does The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance do?
In summary the charity's aims are to promote the work and purposes of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian religion in the Diocese of Oxford and elsewhere.
How much income did The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance report in 2025?
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance reported total income of £24.86m and reported expenditure of £33.84m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance has a program ratio of 116.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 88 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance registered as a charity?
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 October 1966 as charity number 247954. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance is governed by a board of 28 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance operate?
The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance operates across 9 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance a registered charity?
Yes — The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 247954.
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Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated