COMMUNITY OF THE HOLY CROSS
To serve God, promote the spread of the Christian religion, by teaching, publications and acts of mercy. To provide accommodation, food and rest for those in mental, physical or spiritual distress. By giving of grants to various institutions, for the Promotion of Religion, Medical, Relief of Poverty etc., both in the United Kingdom and abroad.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £16,693,816, a decrease from the previous year's £17,446,468. The charity reported a net expenditure of £752,652, driven largely by a £457,282 loss on investments. Despite this loss, the trustees confirmed adequate resources for the next 12 months and adopted the going concern basis.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year a grant of £500 (2024: £500) was paid to St Anne's, Derby, which is considered to be a related party by virtue of the parish priest being a Trustee of the charity.” — page 27
“As shown in Note 3, the Sisters donate their pensions to the charity and included in the amount shown is £21,342 (2024 - £22,285) donated by two Trustees.” — page 27
“During the year a grant of £500 (2024: £500) was paid to St Anne's, Derby, which is considered to be a related party by virtue of the parish priest being a Trustee of the charity.” — page 27
“As shown in Note 3, the Sisters donate their pensions to the charity and included in the amount shown is £21,342 (2024 - £22,285) donated by two Trustees.” — page 27
“During the year a grant of £500 (2024: £500) was paid to St Anne's, Derby, which is considered to be a related party by virtue of the parish priest being a Trustee of the charity.” — page 27
“As shown in Note 3, the Sisters donate their pensions to the charity and included in the amount shown is £21,342 (2024 - £22,285) donated by two Trustees.” — page 27
“During the year a grant of £500 (2024: £500) was paid to St Anne's, Derby, which is considered to be a related party by virtue of the parish priest being a Trustee of the charity.” — page 27
“As shown in Note 3, the Sisters donate their pensions to the charity and included in the amount shown is £21,342 (2024 - £22,285) donated by two Trustees.” — page 27
Trustees
- Reverend Mother JOY ROSE GOUGHchair
- Janet Patricia Collins
- Rev Giles Anthony Christoper Orton
- Rev Jeffery Stewart Hopewell
- Sister Cherry Mae Wise
- The Right Rev'd Roger Alan Jupp
- Thomas Middleton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £408k | £703k |
| 31/12/2024 | £385k | £626k |
| 31/12/2023 | £461k | £604k |
| 31/12/2022 | £436k | £535k |
| 31/12/2021 | £386k | £533k |
Common questions
Is COMMUNITY OF THE HOLY CROSS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £16,693,816, a decrease from the previous year's £17,446,468. The charity reported a net expenditure of £752,652, driven largely by a £457,282 loss on investments. Despite this loss, the trustees confirmed adequate resources for the next 12 months and adopted the going concern basis. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by The Rowleys Partnership Ltd.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| SISTERS OF THE CROSS AND PASSION | 1 | £19.9m |
| REDEEMER CHURCH CHESTER LE STREET | 1 | £9k |
| ST PETER'S CHARITY | 1 | £6k |
| GOSPEL PARTNERS TRUST | 1 | £5k |
Charities like this
- COMMUNITY OF ST MARY AT THE CROSS
- THE CROSS TRUST
- SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO
- BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
- CROSSWAY STRATFORD
- THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY IN LONDON LIMITED
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY OF THE HOLY CROSS | £408k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| COMMUNITY OF ST MARY AT THE CROSS | £2.7m | £80,001 - £90,000 | 3 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE CROSS TRUST | £707k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO | £1.6m | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR | £543k | — | 0 | unclear | — | noted |
| CROSSWAY STRATFORD | £788k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |