ChesterFamily Church
We preach and present the gospel of Jesus Christ as detailed in the Bible. The Word is preached on Sundays and we hold bible studies. There are prayer meetings conducted where people's needs and issues are lifted up to the Lord. Where possible CFC assists with needs of individuals and communities. We aim to reach the lost with the gospel.
Objects
TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATEMENT OF BELIEFS IN SUCH WAYS AND IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY THINK FIT AND TO FULFIL SUCH OTHER PURPOSES WHICH ARE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE ACCORDING TO THE LAW OF ENGLAND AND WALES AND ARE CONNECTED WITH THE CHARITABLE WORK OF THE CHURCH;TO RELIEVE SICKNESS AND FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AND TO PROMOTE AND PRESERVE GOOD HEALTH BY THE PROVISION OF FUNDS, GOODS OR SERVICES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING THROUGH THE PROVISION OF COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY THINK FIT.THE TRUSTEES MUST USE THE INCOME AND MAY USE THE CAPITAL OF THE CHURCH IN PROMOTING THE OBJECTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £31,322, which the trustees consider adequate to fund activities for at least six months. The charity reported a net surplus of £3,035 for the year, with total income of £31,712 and charitable expenditure of £28,677. The independent examiner confirmed that the financial statements comply with applicable regulations and the FRS 102 SORP.
What the accounts disclose
“Adequate reserves are maintained to fund the charity's activities for at least six months forward.” — page 4
“The charitable activities are entirely dependent on continuing grant aid and voluntary donations as well as trading revenues. As a consequence, the going concern basis is dependent on the future flow of these uncertain funding streams.” — page 12
“Jackie Sidwell, a trustee, received £12,720 (2024: £12,720) for professional services provided to the charity. In the same periods, Gary Sidwell received £5,280 (2024: £5,280) for professional services provided to the charity. Gary is the husband of Jackie Sidwell, whe is a trustee.” — page 14
“Jackie Sidwell, a trustee, received £12,720 (2024: £12,720) for professional services provided to the charity.” — page 14
“In the same periods, Gary Sidwell received £5,280 (2024: £5,280) for professional services provided to the charity. Gary is the husband of Jackie Sidwell, whe is a trustee.” — page 14
“Jackie Sidwell, a trustee, received £12,720 (2024: £12,720) for professional services provided to the charity.” — page 14
“In the same periods, Gary Sidwell received £5,280 (2024: £5,280) for professional services provided to the charity. Gary is the husband of Jackie Sidwell, whe is a trustee.” — page 14
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
From the charity’s annual return (Part A, self-declared)
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 30/11/2025
- Volunteers: 6
- Trustee benefits, answered Yes to: any trustee benefit; payments to trustees for services to the charity
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 30/11/2024
- Volunteers: 8
- Trustee benefits, answered Yes to: any trustee benefit; other trustee benefit
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 30/11/2023
- Volunteers: 10
- Trustee benefits, answered Yes to: any trustee benefit; payments to trustees for services to the charity
Trustees
- Ps Jacqueline Sidwellchair
- Alan Henry
- Shayne Warren Mr
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2025 | £32k | £29k |
| 30/11/2024 | £33k | £30k |
| 30/11/2023 | £30k | £28k |
| 30/11/2022 | £28k | £28k |
| 30/11/2021 | £27k | £25k |
Common questions
Is ChesterFamily Church financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £31,322, which the trustees consider adequate to fund activities for at least six months. The charity reported a net surplus of £3,035 for the year, with total income of £31,712 and charitable expenditure of £28,677. The independent examiner confirmed that the financial statements comply with applicable regulations and the FRS 102 SORP. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChesterFamily Church | £32k | — | 0 | above | — | noted |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH | £49k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| LEICESTER CHINESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH | £127k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY CHURCH | £103k | £15,470.02 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CFC FAMILY MINISTRIES | £189k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH NEWCASTLE | £528k | Under £60,000 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |