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The Society Of The Divine Word

Also known as: Divine Word Missionaries

CARING FOR ELDERLY RETIRED MEMBERS: PASTORAL CARE AND SUPPORT IN ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISHES: SUPPORT AND CARE OF OVERSEAS MEMBERS STUDYING IN UK: SUPPORT OF MEMBER'S WORK IN OVERSEAS CHARITIES: HOSPITALITY FOR VISITING MEMBERS AND GUESTS FROM OVERSEAS: FUNDING FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL PROJECTS OVERSEAS: DONATIONS AND SUPPORT TO VARIOUS UK CHARITIES.

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Activities & Mission

CARING FOR ELDERLY RETIRED MEMBERS: PASTORAL CARE AND SUPPORT IN ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISHES: SUPPORT AND CARE OF OVERSEAS MEMBERS STUDYING IN UK: SUPPORT OF MEMBER'S WORK IN OVERSEAS CHARITIES: HOSPITALITY FOR VISITING MEMBERS AND GUESTS FROM OVERSEAS: FUNDING FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL PROJECTS OVERSEAS: DONATIONS AND SUPPORT TO VARIOUS UK CHARITIES.

Grants

The Society Of The Divine Word makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£265,708
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
elderly people, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
religious activities

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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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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£306,290
Latest Expenditure
£265,708

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 86.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£306,290
£265,7080 / 0
2024
£339,632
£268,0940 / 0
2023
£327,944
£239,2850 / 0
2022
£266,308
£235,3890 / 0
2021
£293,274
£304,0890 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Society Of The Divine Word

What does The Society Of The Divine Word do?

CARING FOR ELDERLY RETIRED MEMBERS: PASTORAL CARE AND SUPPORT IN ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISHES: SUPPORT AND CARE OF OVERSEAS MEMBERS STUDYING IN UK: SUPPORT OF MEMBER'S WORK IN OVERSEAS CHARITIES: HOSPITALITY FOR VISITING MEMBERS AND GUESTS FROM OVERSEAS: FUNDING FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL PROJECTS OVERSEAS: DONATIONS AND SUPPORT TO VARIOUS UK CHARITIES.

How much income did The Society Of The Divine Word report in 2025?

The Society Of The Divine Word reported total income of £306k and reported expenditure of £266k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Society Of The Divine Word registered as a charity?

The Society Of The Divine Word was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 May 2019 as charity number 1183256. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Society Of The Divine Word?

The Society Of The Divine Word is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Eamonn Donnelly. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Society Of The Divine Word operate?

The Society Of The Divine Word operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Society Of The Divine Word a registered charity?

Yes — The Society Of The Divine Word is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183256.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 May 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5136876
Charity Number
1183256

Trustees

Rev Eamonn Donnelly Chair
Joseph Mensah Fr.
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Eamonn Donnelly
Rev Nicodemus Lobo Ratu
Rev Vinsensius Mbui
Rev. Gerhard Osthues

Also Known As

  • Divine Word Missionaries

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