Third Order, Society of Saint Francis
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £279,983 significantly exceed the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £74,000 (six months of income). The charity reported a net expenditure of £17,959 for the year, funded by existing reserves and investment income, with no material uncertainties affecting its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The policy is to keep as reserves an amount equal to six months of income (about £74,000).” — page 10
Trustees
- Andrew Michael Harris
- Anne Josephine Lindley
- Denise Hilary Fellows Easteal
- Elaine Jenkinson
- Julie Patricia Ann Barrett
- Rev ALAN RONALD WILLIAMS
- Rev Christopher John Wren
- Rev Sian Yates
- Robert Stephen Dimmick
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £158k | £171k |
| 31/05/2024 | £128k | £145k |
| 31/05/2023 | £131k | £126k |
| 31/05/2022 | £191k | £88k |
| 31/05/2021 | £118k | £117k |
Common questions
Is Third Order, Society of Saint Francis financially healthy?
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £279,983 significantly exceed the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £74,000 (six months of income). The charity reported a net expenditure of £17,959 for the year, funded by existing reserves and investment income, with no material uncertainties affecting its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| REDEEMER CHURCH CHESTER LE STREET | 1 | £9k |
| THE LONGFORD CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £2k |