FRIMLEY BAPTIST CHURCH
ÔÇó regular public worship,preaching and teaching; ÔÇó baptism ÔÇóevangelism and mission, locally, internationally; ÔÇó nurture and growth of Christian disciples; ÔÇó education and training for Christian and community service; ÔÇó giving and encouraging pastoral care; ÔÇó supporting and encouraging charitable social action in the United Kingdom and abroad; ÔÇó - all of which provide public benefit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves total £226,245, which is significantly above the trustees' stated target of retaining about £50,000. The charity reported a surplus on general funds of £25,116 for the year and confirms adequate resources for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The Church aims to retain about £50,000 as reserves to fulfil its obligations as an employer and to cover any unforeseen costs.” — page 5
“Glyn Thomas, a trustee, was paid a salary of £41,025 pension of £4,815 and expenses of £1,667 in his position of Minister of the church.” — page 15
“During the year the trustees made donations to the Frimley Baptist Church of £16,516 (2024 - £20,350). Glyn Thomas, a trustee, was paid a salary of £41,025 pension of £4,815 and expenses of £1,667 in his position of Minister of the church.” — page 15
“The son of Duncan Matheson works with the charity Youth With a Mission, and received a donation of £5,000 from Frimley Baptist Church in the year.” — page 15
“During the year the trustees made donations to the Frimley Baptist Church of £16,516 (2024 - £20,350). Glyn Thomas, a trustee, was paid a salary of £41,025 pension of £4,815 and expenses of £1,667 in his position of Minister of the church.” — page 15
“The son of Duncan Matheson works with the charity Youth With a Mission, and received a donation of £5,000 from Frimley Baptist Church in the year.” — page 15
Trustees
- Duncan Mathesonchair
- DEREK WITT
- Margaret Dawn Maxfield
- Sally Louise Ashford
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £319k | £313k |
| 31/12/2024 | £288k | £287k |
| 31/12/2023 | £258k | £251k |
| 31/12/2022 | £256k | £246k |
| 31/12/2021 | £231k | £225k |
Common questions
Is FRIMLEY BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves total £226,245, which is significantly above the trustees' stated target of retaining about £50,000. The charity reported a surplus on general funds of £25,116 for the year and confirms adequate resources for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds FRIMLEY BAPTIST CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name FRIMLEY BAPTIST CHURCH as a grant recipient include FRIMLEY FUEL ALLOTMENTS CIO.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRIMLEY FUEL ALLOTMENTS CIO | FY2023 | £3k | |
| FRIMLEY FUEL ALLOTMENTS CIO | FY2024 | £3k |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| INCORPORATED BOURNEMOUTH FREE CHURCH COUNCIL | 1 | £59k |
| David and Jeannie Chambers Charity for Mitcham Lane Baptist Church Charitable Incorporated Organisation | 1 | £4k |
Charities like this
- CHRISTCHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH
- WINCHMORE HILL BAPTIST CHURCH
- GUISELEY BAPTIST CHURCH
- FLEET BAPTIST CHURCH
- Emmanuel Baptist Church Thamesmead
- MITCHAM LANE BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRIMLEY BAPTIST CHURCH | £319k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRISTCHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH | £410k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WINCHMORE HILL BAPTIST CHURCH | £140k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| GUISELEY BAPTIST CHURCH | £210k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| FLEET BAPTIST CHURCH | £172k | Under £60,000 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| Emmanuel Baptist Church Thamesmead | £113k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |