CONGREGATION OF NOTRE DAME DE SION LIMITED
To advance the Christian religion through the social and charitable work carried on by the Congregation of Our Lady of Sion in England and throughout the world in accordance with the mission and charism of its founder Father Theodore Ratisbonne and to provide for the members of the Congregation during their lives.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of €58,905,169 against total funds of €80,945,667, with the trustees confirming that reserve levels are sufficient to meet continued obligations. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year of €5,200,142, largely driven by charitable donations, resulting in a decrease in total fund balance from €85,685,954 to €81,358,714. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“There was one employee whose employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) exceeded €70,000.” — page 26
“The level of reserves at year end are sufficient to meet Charity’s continued obligations. The Charity maintains a conservative level of liquid funds in bank accounts to cover general expenses.” — page 7
“Included in the above are donations of €501,461 (2024: €41,542,353) received from related parties. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations from those parties.” — page 24
“Included in the above are donations to connected charities. The amount paid to the connected charities in 2025 was €3,938,769 and the amount paid to charities was €30,779. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations to the connected charities.” — page 25
“Included in the above are donations of €501,461 (2024: €41,542,353) received from related parties. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations from those parties.” — page 24
“Included in the above are donations to connected charities. The amount paid to the connected charities in 2025 was €3,938,769 and the amount paid to charities was €30,779. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations to the connected charities.” — page 25
“Included in the above are donations of €501,461 (2024: €41,542,353) received from related parties. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations from those parties.” — page 24
“Included in the above are donations to connected charities. The amount paid to the connected charities in 2025 was €3,938,769 and the amount paid to charities was €30,779. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations to the connected charities.” — page 25
“Included in the above are donations of €501,461 (2024: €41,542,353) received from related parties. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations from those parties.” — page 24
“Included in the above are donations to connected charities. The amount paid to the connected charities in 2025 was €3,938,769 and the amount paid to charities was €30,779. See Note 21 for further information on the material donations to the connected charities.” — page 25
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Trustees
- Sr PHILOMENA MARGARET CONROYchair
- Sr ANA MARGARITA MURILLO AREVALO
- Sr GERTRUDA MARIA NABUURS
- Sr Iuliana Neculai
- Sr Oonah Mary O'Shea
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £1.5m | £6.1m |
| 31/12/2024 | £44.4m | £7.0m |
| 31/12/2023 | £845k | £4.9m |
| 31/12/2022 | £6.5m | £5.6m |
| 31/12/2021 | £20.3m | £1.4m |
Common questions
Is CONGREGATION OF NOTRE DAME DE SION LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of €58,905,169 against total funds of €80,945,667, with the trustees confirming that reserve levels are sufficient to meet continued obligations. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year of €5,200,142, largely driven by charitable donations, resulting in a decrease in total fund balance from €85,685,954 to €81,358,714. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Forvis Mazars LLP.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE SOCIETY OF MARY (MARIST FATHERS) CIO | 1 | £21k |
Charities like this
- CONGREGATION OF OUR LADY OF SION (UK)
- CONGREGATION OF THE MISSION (THE VINCENTIAN FATHERS)
- THE SISTERS OF THE POOR CHILD JESUS
- TRUST PROPERTY HELD IN CONNECTION WITH THE ENGLISH PROVINCE OF THE CONGREGATION OF CHRISTIAN BROTHERS
- MATER ECCLESIAE CIO
- TOGETHER FOR CHRIST HIS KINGDOM AND HIS CHURCH
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONGREGATION OF NOTRE DAME DE SION LIMITED | £1.5m | — | 1 | above | — | no doubt |
| CONGREGATION OF OUR LADY OF SION (UK) | £691k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| CONGREGATION OF THE MISSION (THE VINCENTIAN FATHERS) | £323k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE SISTERS OF THE POOR CHILD JESUS | £295k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| TRUST PROPERTY HELD IN CONNECTION WITH THE ENGLISH PROVINCE OF THE CONGREGATION OF CHRISTIAN BROTHERS | £1.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MATER ECCLESIAE CIO | £354k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |