THE CO-MASONIC BENEVOLENT FUND

Registered charity 205813 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register

Relief of poverty and distress among members of the International Order of Freemasonry for Men and Women, Le Droit Humain, British Federation and other less fortunate or suffering members of humanity, particularly children. Registered for Gift Aid.

Causes: The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives · Disability · The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty · website · Get email alerts

Latest income

£68k

Latest spending

£69k

Registered

1962

Accounts read

FY2024

Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts

The accounts state that the charity relies heavily on rental income from its property to meet its commitments, noting that without this income it could not meet its obligations. The charity reports a net decrease in total funds for the year and holds unrestricted reserves of approximately £2.99 million, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of retaining £51,000 for operational costs and grants.

Automated summary of the FY2024 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.

What the accounts disclose

Going concern: noted by the trustees or auditor

“As in previous years, without the income derived from the property, the Fund could not meet its commitments and would be regarded as a very small charity.” — page 9

Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.

Payments to trustees: Ms N Vitzthum received £3,923 for administrative and accounting services.

“During the year Ms N Vitzthum, a Trustee charged the charity a sum of £3,923 towards administrative and accounting services provided.” — page 22

Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.

Related-party transaction: Ms N Vitzthum, a Trustee, charged the charity £3,923 for administrative and accounting services.

“During the year Ms N Vitzthum, a Trustee charged the charity a sum of £3,923 towards administrative and accounting services provided. The outstanding balance as at year end amounted to £2,232. No other Trustees received any benefits or remuneration during the year.” — page 22

Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.

Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 4 of 6 completeness components.

Funders the charity credits

Named as funders/supporters on the charity’s own website (the charity’s claim, distinct from accounts-verified grants).

Co- Masonic Benevolent Fund — “Following the Co- Masonic Benevolent Fund’s most generous award, React has been able to provide vital aid to life–limited children cared for…” (source page)
Sue Sturgen, the Mayor of Guildford’s local distress fund — “Sue Sturgen, the Mayor of Guildford’s local distress fund” (source page)
Wheel of Hope — “David Calvert–Orange, Wheel of Hope” (source page)

Public profiles (found on the charity’s own website): facebook

Trustees · trustee networks

Dr Christine Hilcenkochair · trustee of 3 other charities
ANNE HOBLYN MBE
BRIAN ROBERT ROBERTS B SC HONS
James Moseley
Kamil Kacprzak
Nicole Sandra Vitzthum
Rene Pfertzel
Sue Moseley
THE BRITISH CO-MASONIC TRUST LTD

Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).

Operates in: Northern Ireland · Throughout London · Togo

Income and spending

Financial year end	Income	Spending
31/12/2024	£68k	£69k
31/12/2023	£58k	£54k
31/12/2022	£40k	£79k
31/12/2021	£36k	£31k
31/12/2020	£71k	£29k

Common questions

Is THE CO-MASONIC BENEVOLENT FUND financially healthy?

Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity relies heavily on rental income from its property to meet its commitments, noting that without this income it could not meet its obligations. The charity reports a net decrease in total funds for the year and holds unrestricted reserves of approximately £2.99 million, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of retaining £51,000 for operational costs and grants. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.