THE HYMN SOCIETY OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND
The Hymn Society of Great Britain and Ireland, encouraging study and research in hymnody; promoting good standards of hymn-singing; encouraging the discerning use of hymns and songs in worship; sponsoring relevant publications.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased from £19,394 to £22,233, driven by unrestricted cash funds rising to £15,251. The charity holds investment assets in the M&G Charifund with a market value of £20,371 as of December 2021, though recent market values are not explicitly stated for 2024. The trustees report the charity is in good heart despite ongoing challenges regarding costs and volunteers.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- ANDREW PRATT
- Martin Ernest Leckebusch
- REVD DR JANET WOOTTON
- Rev Michael Garland
- Robert Canham Rev
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £36k | £33k |
| 31/12/2023 | £36k | £36k |
| 31/12/2022 | £31k | £38k |
| 31/12/2021 | £13k | £13k |
| 31/12/2020 | £14k | £13k |
Common questions
Is THE HYMN SOCIETY OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased from £19,394 to £22,233, driven by unrestricted cash funds rising to £15,251. The charity holds investment assets in the M&G Charifund with a market value of £20,371 as of December 2021, though recent market values are not explicitly stated for 2024. The trustees report the charity is in good heart despite ongoing challenges regarding costs and volunteers. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.