SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST
Having regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on Public Benefit, the Trustees declare they have advanced the religious and other charitable works which include: worship and prayer, artistic work, ministry to visitors, individual spiritual accompaniment, general pastoral ministry, retreat work, website ministry.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total net assets of £936,112.54 with no liabilities at the end of the financial year. The trustees report that reserves of £875,000 are held to provide for the care and welfare of sick and elderly sisters, and they are satisfied these reserves are not excessive. The trustees confirm sufficient funds exist to support the charity as a going concern with no anticipated changes to activities.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees need to provide for the cost of the care and welfare of sick and elderly sisters in their old age, including those requiring residential care homes. The charity has a commitment to look after such members until death.”
Trustees
- Mother Winsome Angela DURRANTchair
- SISTER BARBARA CLAIRE KELLY
- SISTER CAROLYNE PRESTON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £97k | £85k |
| 31/12/2024 | £110k | £91k |
| 31/12/2023 | £152k | £81k |
| 31/12/2022 | £138k | £64k |
| 31/12/2021 | £87k | £45k |
Common questions
Is SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total net assets of £936,112.54 with no liabilities at the end of the financial year. The trustees report that reserves of £875,000 are held to provide for the care and welfare of sick and elderly sisters, and they are satisfied these reserves are not excessive. The trustees confirm sufficient funds exist to support the charity as a going concern with no anticipated changes to activities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST as a grant recipient include SISTERS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CIO.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SISTERS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CIO | FY2025 | £10k | to support the community of sisters |