EASTHAMPSTEAD BAPTIST CHURCH
We exist to Love God, Love People and help each other grow together to be more like Jesus. We run Christian services, social events and children's and youth activities. We seek to be a positive presence in our local community and to help those in need around us. We also have a number of global partners who we support in their work in Africa, Eastern Europe and Latin America.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £31,495 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £685,623 to £654,128. However, the trustees report that unrestricted reserves stood at £614,906, which is significantly above the stated policy target of approximately 10% of annual expenditure. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The minister and trustee, Mr S. Lace, received £50,000 (2024 £46,422). The ministry director and trustee, Mrs P Marsh, received £38,666 (2024:£33,367). Mr P Jones the environment manager received £23,072.” — page 20
“The Church aims to keep minimum reserves of approximately 10% of its annual expenditure.” — page 8
Trustees
- Ayo Ajayi-Obe
- Edwin Tapiwa Chamanga
- Jane Darby-Shearing
- Jasmine Emily Castelow-Sturges
- Oluwatosin Oluwaseun Fawole
- Peter Hugh Jones
- Philippa Jayne Marsh
- ROBERT LEA
- Rebecca Teverson
- Robert Plant
- SIMON LACE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £327k | £358k |
| 31/12/2024 | £354k | £333k |
| 31/12/2023 | £316k | £332k |
| 31/12/2022 | £287k | £282k |
| 31/12/2021 | £288k | £267k |
Common questions
Is EASTHAMPSTEAD BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £31,495 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £685,623 to £654,128. However, the trustees report that unrestricted reserves stood at £614,906, which is significantly above the stated policy target of approximately 10% of annual expenditure. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of EASTHAMPSTEAD BAPTIST CHURCH earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £50,000 band.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| INCORPORATED BOURNEMOUTH FREE CHURCH COUNCIL | 1 | £59k |
| THE BEATRICE LAING TRUST | 1 | £50k |
| JOHN MARTIN'S CHARITY | 1 | £40k |
Charities like this
- CARSHALTON BEECHES BAPTIST FREE CHURCH
- EVESHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
- UPTON BAPTIST CHURCH, CHESTER
- CHRISTCHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH
- EASTLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH
- PARISH OF EAST HAM, HOLY TRINITY
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EASTHAMPSTEAD BAPTIST CHURCH | £327k | £50,000 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CARSHALTON BEECHES BAPTIST FREE CHURCH | £320k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| EVESHAM BAPTIST CHURCH | £113k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| UPTON BAPTIST CHURCH, CHESTER | £250k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRISTCHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH | £410k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| EASTLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH | £469k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |