THE WORCESTERSHIRE FREEMASONS CHARITY
Income comprises charitable donations made by freemasons meeting in Worcestershire together with income from invested funds. The trustees meeting regularly to consider applications for grants and suggestions where assistance might be beneficial. Once approved grants are paid by bank transfer. Receipts are obtained and, where appropriate, reports on the application of grants are requested.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity had unrestricted reserves of £103,900 at 31 December 2025, which the Trustees consider adequate to fund foreseeable activities. The charity reported a positive cashflow into the General Fund of £15,576 for the year and made grants totalling in excess of £40,000 to 61 charities. The financial position is supported by donations from masonic Lodges and Chapters and investment income.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity is primarily reliant on donations from masonic Lodges and Chapters in Worcestershire and investment income from deposits and its investment portfolio.” — page 6
Trustees
- Dr Alan Trantor Robertson PhD, FCAchair
- Barrie Stuart Rothero
- Christopher Frank Dean Vendy
- David Logie Dey
- Howard Painter
- Patrick Vandeleur Firminger MRICS
- William Frank Gordon Tucker
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £89k | £44k |
| 31/12/2024 | £97k | £48k |
Common questions
Is THE WORCESTERSHIRE FREEMASONS CHARITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity had unrestricted reserves of £103,900 at 31 December 2025, which the Trustees consider adequate to fund foreseeable activities. The charity reported a positive cashflow into the General Fund of £15,576 for the year and made grants totalling in excess of £40,000 to 61 charities. The financial position is supported by donations from masonic Lodges and Chapters and investment income. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.