The Parish Trust

Also known as: Bmmr, Bmmr Church, Bmmr Parish Trust, Parish Bmmr, Parishes of Bmmr, The Bedwas, Machen, Michaelston-Y-Fedw and Rudry Parish Trust., The Parishes of Bedwas, Machen, Michaelston-Y-Fedw & Rudry, The Parishes of Bmmr, The Bmmr Parish Trust

The Parish Trust is a Christian based organisation which organises various projects, services and events that benefit the general public. The charity's objective is to advance the Christian faith and its religious, moral and philanthropic principles. We support the local church and community so that the lives of our beneficiaries are enriched and improved.

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Activities & Mission

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

£520,381

Latest Expenditure

£294,058

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 63.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 91.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 10.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £406,790

Charitable Activities £11,461

Other Trading £2,130

Investments £0

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £267,922

Raising Funds £26,136

Governance £3,372

Grants to Institutions £0

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 2024.

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
2024	£520,381	£294,058	£267,922	£358,083	£43,000	15 / 124
2023	£231,510	£254,440				0 / 167
2022	£218,119	£228,207				0 / 151
2021	£150,448	£176,478				0 / 239
2020	£251,862	£66,236				0 / 350

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Parish Trust

What does The Parish Trust do?

How much income did The Parish Trust report in 2024?

The Parish Trust reported total income of £520k and reported expenditure of £294k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Parish Trust registered as a charity?

The Parish Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 2019 as charity number 1186996. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Parish Trust?

The Parish Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Diane Elizabeth Brierley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Parish Trust operate?

The Parish Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Parish Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Parish Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186996.