THE DAVID BRIDGER FIRST CHARITABLE TRUST
To further the Christian religion within the Parish of Green Street Green, Orpington
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £1,378,313, driven by voluntary income and investment gains, despite a net expenditure on donations. The trustees noted a significant operational disruption when their bank account was closed without warning, but funds were successfully transferred to a new provider with compensation received.
What the accounts disclose
“After consulting the trustees, arrangements were made to open a new bank account with Barclays Bank PLC. This is now operational and the funds previously held with Lloyds Bank PLC have been transferred into it. After discussions with Lloyds Bank PLC, they paid the Charity £825.93 in compensation for not giving any warning of their decision to close the bank account.” — page 2
“The donations were received from one of the trustees.” — page 6
“The administration of the charity is undertaken by the trustees at no cost to the charity.” — page 6
“The donations were received from one of the trustees.” — page 6
“The administration of the charity is undertaken by the trustees at no cost to the charity.” — page 6
Trustees
- DAVID WILSON BRIDGERchair
- SUSANNE MARY BRIDGER
- THOMAS WILSON BRIDGER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £56k | £39k |
| 31/12/2024 | £35k | £38k |
| 31/12/2023 | £52k | £43k |
| 31/12/2022 | £38k | £36k |
| 31/12/2021 | £54k | £39k |
Common questions
Is THE DAVID BRIDGER FIRST CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £1,378,313, driven by voluntary income and investment gains, despite a net expenditure on donations. The trustees noted a significant operational disruption when their bank account was closed without warning, but funds were successfully transferred to a new provider with compensation received. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.