WEST KIRBY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CHARITY
Financial health, per its FY2023 accounts
The accounts state that the Church General Fund incurred a deficit of £49,853 in 2023, continuing a trend of annual operating deficits. However, the trustees report that the General Fund Reserve stood at £38,490 at year-end, supported by substantial transfers from the Margery Price Legacy and investment gains, which the trustees believe are sufficient to support the Church's vision for several more years.
What the accounts disclose
“However the Revd H L Franklin doss receive a salary from the central office of the United Reformed Church. The Church contributes to this through its annual contribution to the Ministry and Mission Fund. (see note 8)” — page 2
“St David's URC Eastham contributes 25% of the relevant expenses Incurred by our Minister” — page 3
“However the Revd H L Franklin doss receive a salary from the central office of the United Reformed Church. The Church contributes to this through its annual contribution to the Ministry and Mission Fund. (see note 8)” — page 2
“St David's URC Eastham contributes 25% of the relevant expenses Incurred by our Minister” — page 3
Year-over-year changes
- Going concern: going-concern doubt noted (FY2022) → no going-concern doubt (FY2023).
Trustees
- Rev HELEN LOUISE FRANKLINchair
- ANTHONY PETER WILSON FCMA B.SC.
- George Henry Ryan
- JAMES LINDSAY M.A.
- Jennifer Rachel Merrin BA QTS
- Linda Margaret Ryan
- Robert Alan Jackson
- Sarah Jackson
- Steven Leslie White
- Trevor Andrew Shaw
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £176k | £204k |
| 31/12/2024 | £151k | £194k |
| 31/12/2023 | £146k | £180k |
| 31/12/2022 | £135k | £185k |
| 31/12/2021 | £100k | £153k |
Common questions
Is WEST KIRBY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CHARITY financially healthy?
The accounts state that the Church General Fund incurred a deficit of £49,853 in 2023, continuing a trend of annual operating deficits. However, the trustees report that the General Fund Reserve stood at £38,490 at year-end, supported by substantial transfers from the Margery Price Legacy and investment gains, which the trustees believe are sufficient to support the Church's vision for several more years. Its FY2023 accounts were independently examined.
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