BROTHERS OF THE SACRED HEART
The Charity's objects are to advance for the public benefit such charitable purposes connected to the Roman Catholic religion in England and Wales or in other countries where the Brothers of the Sacred Heart are established. Its current aims include: supporting Catholic education in England and in Africa, caring for elderly and retired brethren, and supporting the religious community and mission.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net income of £117,530 for the year, with total funds increasing to £5,896,264. The trustees consider the level of free reserves of £1,227,115 to accord with their stated policy target of 36 months' expenditure, citing market volatility and VAT uncertainties as key factors. The auditor confirmed that the financial statements give a true and fair view and that the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees consider that, given the nature of the charitable company’s work, the level of free reserves should be equivalent to 36 months’ expenditure.”
“The charity also received income of £58,939 (2024 – £43,759), being stipends due for teaching and other services provided by members of the order during the year, as well as £12,360 (2024 – £12,000) in respect of rental income in relation to the Headmaster’s lodge and restricted donations of £100 (2024 – £1,400) (Notes 1 and 2).” — page 35
“The charitable company also reimburses costs in relation to utilities such as gas, electricity, insurance, telephone and food to the College. The amounts reimbursed during the year amounted to £27,009 (2024 – £26,626).” — page 35
“The charity also received income of £58,939 (2024 – £43,759), being stipends due for teaching and other services provided by members of the order during the year, as well as £12,360 (2024 – £12,000) in respect of rental income in relation to the Headmaster’s lodge and restricted donations of £100 (2024 – £1,400) (Notes 1 and 2).” — page 35
“The charitable company also reimburses costs in relation to utilities such as gas, electricity, insurance, telephone and food to the College. The amounts reimbursed during the year amounted to £27,009 (2024 – £26,626).” — page 35
“The charity also received income of £58,939 (2024 – £43,759), being stipends due for teaching and other services provided by members of the order during the year, as well as £12,360 (2024 – £12,000) in respect of rental income in relation to the Headmaster’s lodge and restricted donations of £100 (2024 – £1,400) (Notes 1 and 2).” — page 35
“The charitable company also reimburses costs in relation to utilities such as gas, electricity, insurance, telephone and food to the College. The amounts reimbursed during the year amounted to £27,009 (2024 – £26,626).” — page 35
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (28/02/2013)
Trustees
- Br Barry Landry SC
- Br Joseph Holthaus SC
- Br Michael Migacz SC
- Br Raymond Alan Hetu
- Br Ronald Hingle SC
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £481k | £394k |
| 30/06/2024 | £470k | £391k |
| 30/06/2023 | £428k | £317k |
| 30/06/2022 | £406k | £288k |
| 30/06/2021 | £405k | £320k |
Common questions
Is BROTHERS OF THE SACRED HEART financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net income of £117,530 for the year, with total funds increasing to £5,896,264. The trustees consider the level of free reserves of £1,227,115 to accord with their stated policy target of 36 months' expenditure, citing market volatility and VAT uncertainties as key factors. The auditor confirmed that the financial statements give a true and fair view and that the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Buzzacott Audit LLP.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROTHERS OF THE SACRED HEART | £481k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE CONGREGATION OF THE SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS (PICPUS) | £297k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| INSTITUTE OF THE RELIGIOUS OF THE SACRED HEART OF MARY IMMACULATE VIRGIN | £1.3m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SOCIETY OF THE SACRED HEART CIO | £2.4m | — | 3 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE SONS OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS | £1.1m | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CIO | £2.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | within | — | no doubt |