THE CLERGY REST FUND
The Charity makes grants to assist needy members of the clergy of the Church of England and makes payments or grants to charitable institutions or other charitable and benevolent objects connected with the Church of England.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's total funds increased to £1,342,918.21 at the end of the year, supported by investment growth and income. The trustees report no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The charity's reserves policy target is not explicitly stated in the document.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees’ objective is to maintain a level of income which will enable them to maintain annual distributions at a reasonable level.”
Trustees
- Timothy John Bridenchair
- AIDEN RICHARD HARGREAVES-SMITH
- Sarah Frances Jones
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £27k | £47k |
| 31/12/2024 | £35k | £51k |
| 31/12/2023 | £25k | £49k |
| 31/12/2022 | £24k | £51k |
| 31/12/2021 | £51k | £75k |
Common questions
Is THE CLERGY REST FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's total funds increased to £1,342,918.21 at the end of the year, supported by investment growth and income. The trustees report no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The charity's reserves policy target is not explicitly stated in the document. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.