THE ST GREGORY'S FOUNDATION
St Gregorys Foundation supports local charities in Eastern Europe to tackle poverty and social insecurity facing children and families. Our projects address the root causes of disadvantage by putting families before institutions and providing opportunities for vulnerable people to fulfil their potential. Our work makes beneficiaries active participants in improving their own lives.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity closed the year with a deficit of £60,751, resulting in a net movement in funds of £(25,743). Per the trustees' report, fundraising difficulties impacted income, leading to the use of investment funds to support operations. Despite these challenges, total funds carried forward remain at £494,270, with a stated reserves policy aiming to sustain operations for at least two years.
What the accounts disclose
“Everyday management of the charity is delegated to one paid member of staff, the Executive Secretary Julia Ashmore”
“EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 38,507”
“SGF aims to ensure sufficient funds are available to sustain the Charity’s operations and meet regular charitable commitments for at least two years.” — page 7
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (11/03/2019)
Trustees
- NICHOLAS KOLARZchair
- JANE JONES
- Simon Paul Jennings
- TANIA ILLINGWORTH
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £73k | £134k |
| 31/12/2024 | £116k | £157k |
| 31/12/2023 | £156k | £119k |
| 31/12/2022 | £142k | £136k |
| 31/12/2021 | £178k | £165k |
Common questions
Is THE ST GREGORY'S FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity closed the year with a deficit of £60,751, resulting in a net movement in funds of £(25,743). Per the trustees' report, fundraising difficulties impacted income, leading to the use of investment funds to support operations. Despite these challenges, total funds carried forward remain at £494,270, with a stated reserves policy aiming to sustain operations for at least two years. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE ST GREGORY'S FOUNDATION earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the unclear band.
Who funds THE ST GREGORY'S FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ST GREGORY'S FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include GERALD PALMER ELING TRUST COMPANY, THE LORD FARINGDON CHARITABLE TRUST, THE SAMUEL STOREY FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GERALD PALMER ELING TRUST COMPANY | FY2023 | £10k | |
| THE LORD FARINGDON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | |
| GERALD PALMER ELING TRUST COMPANY | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE LORD FARINGDON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | |
| THE LORD FARINGDON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £2k | |
| THE SAMUEL STOREY FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £500 | |
| THE SAMUEL STOREY FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £200 |