The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund
Also known as: The Society for the Relief of Necessitous Widows of Protestant Dissenting Ministers of the Three Denominations, The Widows Fund of the Three Denominations
To assist necessitious persons who are: (1) Retired ministers or (2) Widows or widowers of ministers or retired ministers of unitarian free churches, congregational, presbyterian, united reform and of the baptist denominations in England and Wales. Grants paid can be either annual and/or one-off grants. They are at the discretion of the trustees following consideration of written applications.
Activities & Mission
To assist necessitious persons who are: (1) Retired ministers or (2) Widows or widowers of ministers or retired ministers of unitarian free churches, congregational, presbyterian, united reform and of the baptist denominations in England and Wales. Grants paid can be either annual and/or one-off grants. They are at the discretion of the trustees following consideration of written applications.
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Financial Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £49,241 | £32,563 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £46,420 | £33,774 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £47,159 | £26,845 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £40,642 | £28,168 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £35,069 | £31,014 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund
What does The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund do?
To assist necessitious persons who are: (1) Retired ministers or (2) Widows or widowers of ministers or retired ministers of unitarian free churches, congregational, presbyterian, united reform and of the baptist denominations in England and Wales. Grants paid can be either annual and/or one-off grants. They are at the discretion of the trustees following consideration of written applications.
How much income did The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund report in 2025?
The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund registered as a charity?
The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 April 1964 as charity number 233835. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund?
The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund operate?
The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233835.
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LONDON
SW11 1EA
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Also Known As
- The Society for the Relief of Necessitous Widows of Protestant Dissenting Ministers of the Three Denominations
- The Widows Fund of the Three Denominations
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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