Question 1

What is the mission of WORTH ABBEY?

Accepted Answer

In response to the call of Christ, the monks of Worth Abbey live as a community, create a sanctuary into which we welcome visitors to share our life of prayer & we offer evangelization through our many works outside of the monastery including within Worth School, parish & our retreat house.  We support the Lay Community of St Benedict, the Compass project & work with refugees & the poor in Peru.

Question 2

What is the financial size of WORTH ABBEY?

Accepted Answer

WORTH ABBEY is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £27,092,356 and total expenditure of £26,503,677.

Question 3

How does WORTH ABBEY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 5.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of WORTH ABBEY?

Accepted Answer

WORTH ABBEY employs 327 staff members and is supported by 2 volunteers.

Question 5

Does WORTH ABBEY receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.3% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does WORTH ABBEY 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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