CHRIST CHURCH, EAST DULWICH
The celebration of public worship. The teaching of the Christian faith. Mission and evangelism. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. The provision of facilities with a Christian ethos for the local community, including (but not restricted to) the elderly, the young and other groups with special needs. The support of other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement deficit of £29,265 for the year ended 31 August 2025, which deteriorated the General Fund. The General Fund balance is reported as a deficit of £28,281, falling significantly below the stated reserves policy target of six months' expenditure. The trustees have implemented a financial recovery plan to address adverse impacts from inconsistent rental income, rising energy prices, and sluggish café trade.
What the accounts disclose
“Sources of funds are weekly offerings, tax recoveries, donations, lettings income, grants and the sale of fairly-traded goods.” — page 11
“The church's reserves policy is to maintain General Fund reserves at least equal to 6 months’ expenditure.” — page 6
“Finances continue to be impacted adversely by inconsistent growth in Rental Income, significant increases in Energy prices due to the conflicts in Ukraine and more recently in the Middle East. Water Charges remain high due to leakages currently undergoing repairs. Trade at the Bread of life Café is still sluggish, and remains below Pandemic levels For the year ended 31st August 25, CCED reported a Net Movement deficit of (£29,265), which deteriorated our General Fund. Going forward, the expectation is that the General fund will at least break-even each year.” — page 11
Trustees
- Bendov Ansa-Otu
- Colin Leslie Watson
- Jennifer Jane Dyer
- Massah Sawi
- Rev David Alan Markay MA, MDiv
- Yvonne Sackey
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £76k | £95k |
| 31/08/2024 | £85k | £105k |
| 31/08/2023 | £100k | £86k |
| 31/08/2022 | £67k | £75k |
| 31/08/2021 | £65k | £63k |
Common questions
Is CHRIST CHURCH, EAST DULWICH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement deficit of £29,265 for the year ended 31 August 2025, which deteriorated the General Fund. The General Fund balance is reported as a deficit of £28,281, falling significantly below the stated reserves policy target of six months' expenditure. The trustees have implemented a financial recovery plan to address adverse impacts from inconsistent rental income, rising energy prices, and sluggish café trade. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.