ST GREGORIOS INDIAN (MALAN KARA) ORTHODOX CHURCH
for the relief of people in need Kerala,IndiaEducation/TrainingMedical/Health/SicknessDisabilityRelief of Poverty,Famine reliefReligious activities,Sport/recreationEconomic/Community development/Employment
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total receipts were £253,885 against total expenses of £287,689, resulting in a net deficit for the period. The trustees' report indicates a policy to maintain unrestricted funds of at least £25,000, representing three months of unrestricted payments. The independent examiner confirmed that the accounts accord with the accounting records and comply with the Charities Act.
What the accounts disclose
“The policy of the church is to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds which equates to at least three months unrestricted payments, equivalent to £25,000 to cover emergency situations that may arise from time to time.” — page 7
Trustees
- Chris Mathew
- Gibi Meckamalil George
- Jijo Palamoottil Varghese
- Jomon John
- Karottukuzhippanathu Ouseph Eldo
- Melbin Philip
- Rev Nithin Prasad Koshy Fr
- Santosh Abraham
- Varghese Joseph
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £254k | £288k |
| 31/03/2024 | £243k | £213k |
| 31/03/2023 | £212k | £225k |
| 31/03/2022 | £150k | £145k |
| 31/03/2021 | £130k | £114k |
Common questions
Is ST GREGORIOS INDIAN (MALAN KARA) ORTHODOX CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total receipts were £253,885 against total expenses of £287,689, resulting in a net deficit for the period. The trustees' report indicates a policy to maintain unrestricted funds of at least £25,000, representing three months of unrestricted payments. The independent examiner confirmed that the accounts accord with the accounting records and comply with the Charities Act. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO | 1 | £20k |
Charities like this
- MALAYALAM GOSPEL CHURCH
- ST. GEORGE INDIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH
- NEW INDIA CHURCH OF GOD (UK)
- ST STEPHEN'S INDIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, BIRMINGHAM
- THE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAINT NECTARIOS
- KING'S CHURCH IN GREATER MANCHESTER
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST GREGORIOS INDIAN (MALAN KARA) ORTHODOX CHURCH | £254k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MALAYALAM GOSPEL CHURCH | £205k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST. GEORGE INDIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH | £169k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| NEW INDIA CHURCH OF GOD (UK) | £191k | — | 0 | above | 0.0% | no doubt |
| ST STEPHEN'S INDIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, BIRMINGHAM | £151k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAINT NECTARIOS | £170k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |