THE MOTHERS' UNION (DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS)
A Church of England organisation supporting Christian family life throughout the world, with 3.4 million members worldwide, and approx 850 members in the St. Albans Diocese branch.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £1,640, bringing total funds to £37,664. The trustees note that the number of branches is falling and steps have been taken to match the cost base to the lower level of income. The charity maintains a reserves policy of retaining 50% of current annual expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“a reserves policy which retains 50% of the current annual level of expenditure, excluding movements in funds, is thought to be appropriate.”
“The subscription payment to Mary Sumner House was £14,480.”
“MU Enterprises Limited ("MUe"), the trading subsidiary of The Mothers’ Union”
Trustees
- Christine Powell
- Elizabeth France Hutchison
- Janet Elizabeth McKinney
- Janet Linda Bird
- Janet-Elizabeth Dean
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £39k | £35k |
| 31/12/2024 | £40k | £36k |
| 31/12/2023 | £48k | £54k |
| 31/12/2022 | £56k | £56k |
| 31/12/2021 | £55k | £59k |
Common questions
Is THE MOTHERS' UNION (DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £1,640, bringing total funds to £37,664. The trustees note that the number of branches is falling and steps have been taken to match the cost base to the lower level of income. The charity maintains a reserves policy of retaining 50% of current annual expenditure. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 01/04/2019 | £2k | ALB - Cafcass - Supported Child Contact Centres (SCCC) Grant 19-20 |
| UK government | 01/04/2018 | £2k | Supported contact centres |