Question 1

What is the mission of ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT?

Accepted Answer

The advancement of the Catholic religion, principally though not exclusively through the maintenance of St Cecilia's Abbey and the community of Benedictine nuns who inhabit it and who celebrate daily in public the Divine Office, sung in Latin Gregorian Chant, and who minister to those seeking some share in the contemplative life through retreats and other contacts.

Question 2

What is the financial size of ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT?

Accepted Answer

ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,092,778 and total expenditure of £827,935.

Question 3

How does ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 86.6% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 13.4% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT?

Accepted Answer

ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT employs 4 staff members and is supported by 4 volunteers.

Question 5

Does ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT 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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