Question 1

What is the mission of PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

The charity's object is to advance the Christian Faith as set out in the Doctrinal Basis and to relieve elderly, poor, sick, disabled, or infirm persons, and for those purposes, among other activities, to provide residential accommodation for such persons administered to the glory of God.  Across our group of charities, we operate 12 residential care homes and 9 housing schemes for older people.

Question 2

What is the financial size of PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £20,978,000 and total expenditure of £20,613,000.

Question 3

How does PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 99.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.2% 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 PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY employs 611 staff members and is supported by 450 volunteers.

Question 5

Does PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 25.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does PILGRIMS' FRIEND SOCIETY 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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