The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions
Also known as: Columban Fathers, Missionary Society of St Columban, The Columban Fathers Region of Britain
We are a Roman Catholic missionary society which supports Christian communities and works to spread the Christian message at home and abroad. We seek to relieve poverty, promote dialogue and reconciliation between different peoples, attend to the needs of vulnerable groups, counteract the causes and adverse effects of the climate crisis and promote and protect biodiversity.
Activities & Mission
We are a Roman Catholic missionary society which supports Christian communities and works to spread the Christian message at home and abroad. We seek to relieve poverty, promote dialogue and reconciliation between different peoples, attend to the needs of vulnerable groups, counteract the causes and adverse effects of the climate crisis and promote and protect biodiversity.
Grants
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £3,753,762
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, religious activities, the environment, conservation, or heritage and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 306). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £4,926,939 | £3,753,762 | £3,430,130 | £25,182,726 | £9,015,936 | 19 / 12 |
| 2025 | £4,360,563 | £3,281,341 | £2,962,656 | £23,574,741 | £9,033,592 | 20 / 12 |
| 2024 | £4,577,317 | £3,368,863 | £3,066,801 | £22,470,821 | £7,850,085 | 20 / 10 |
| 2023 | £3,094,448 | £1,580,899 | £1,319,563 | £21,076,547 | £6,171,220 | 19 / 6 |
| 2022 | £3,745,927 | £3,641,490 | £3,356,572 | £19,834,093 | £18,284,172 | 20 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions
What does The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions do?
We are a Roman Catholic missionary society which supports Christian communities and works to spread the Christian message at home and abroad. We seek to relieve poverty, promote dialogue and reconciliation between different peoples, attend to the needs of vulnerable groups, counteract the causes and adverse effects of the climate crisis and promote and protect biodiversity.
How much income did The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions report in 2026?
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions reported total income of £4.93m and reported expenditure of £3.75m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions?
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions has a program ratio of 69.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 306 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions registered as a charity?
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 1963 as charity number 221594. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions?
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev John Boles. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions operate?
The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions operates across 17 areas, including Australia, Burma, Chile and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions a registered charity?
Yes — The Society Of St Columban For Foreign Missions is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221594.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Columban Fathers
- Missionary Society of St Columban
- The Columban Fathers Region of Britain
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated