FRIENDS OF BURPHAM CHURCH
The charity raises funds to help keep open St Mary the Virgin Church in Burpham, West Sussex; both as a place of worship and as a resource for the use of residents and visitors. The charity makes grants to maintain the fabric of the building.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £24,486.14, bringing its total net worth to £333,805.51. The trustees report confidence in meeting constitutional obligations and note that the capital fund has grown significantly to support future maintenance costs. No material uncertainties or risks to going concern are disclosed.
What the accounts disclose
“The current agreed policy is to match PC funding 50/50 for any particular request up to a maximum of 50% of FBC income (excluding any Capital fund increase) averaged over a three year period.”
Trustees
- CATHERINE ELIZABETH PECK
- Celia Woodruff Rev
- DOUGLAS EVANS
- Francesca Vaughan Fitzalan Howard The Duchess of Norfolk
- JONATHAN WRIGHT
- John David King
- Richard Parkinson
- SANDRA MAUREEN TOMKINS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £30k | £6k |
| 31/03/2024 | £13k | £4k |
| 31/03/2023 | £9k | £5k |
| 31/03/2022 | £13k | £8k |
| 31/03/2021 | £19k | £3k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF BURPHAM CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £24,486.14, bringing its total net worth to £333,805.51. The trustees report confidence in meeting constitutional obligations and note that the capital fund has grown significantly to support future maintenance costs. No material uncertainties or risks to going concern are disclosed.