Question 1

What is the mission of INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY?

Accepted Answer

The Charity's activities are carried on by individual Sisters acting within parish communities and the wider community. It runs and supports Catholic schools and care homes.  The Trustees care for their own Sisters who are retiring from active work. The Charity also makes grants to beneficiaries and assists other charities with similar objects.

Question 2

What is the financial size of INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY?

Accepted Answer

INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £11,889,793 and total expenditure of £18,052,599.

Question 3

How does INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 99.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.9% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY?

Accepted Answer

INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY employs 236 staff members and is supported by 121 volunteers.

Question 5

Does INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 5.5% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does INSTITUTE OF OUR LADY OF MERCY pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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