BARNET CHURCHES ACTION
To advance the Christian religion primarily but not exclusively in Chipping Barnet through promoting pastoral work for the benefit of the public and to enlighten others about the Christian religion.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a net decrease in total funds of £10,850 for the year, with unrestricted reserves falling to £8,300. This balance is below the trustees' stated policy target of three months' unrestricted payments, although the trustees note that the designated fund provides additional support. The accounts are prepared on a going concern basis, with the trustees expressing reasonable expectation of adequate resources for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The budget for core costs for the year to 31 March 2026 is about the same as for 2025 at £70,000 so that the balance carried forward only meets this policy due to the availability, if required, of the designated fund.” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- JULIAN MARK ROBERT DESBOROUGH
- Jacomino Stephen
- MARY JOSEPHINE BOLAND
- ROGER JOHN SEATON
- Rev Raymond Thomas
- Simon Nigel Shoreman
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £145k | £156k |
| 31/03/2024 | £115k | £134k |
| 31/03/2023 | £88k | £131k |
| 31/03/2022 | £163k | £110k |
| 31/03/2021 | £127k | £97k |
Common questions
Is BARNET CHURCHES ACTION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a net decrease in total funds of £10,850 for the year, with unrestricted reserves falling to £8,300. This balance is below the trustees' stated policy target of three months' unrestricted payments, although the trustees note that the designated fund provides additional support. The accounts are prepared on a going concern basis, with the trustees expressing reasonable expectation of adequate resources for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BARNET CHURCHES ACTION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BARNET CHURCHES ACTION as a grant recipient include THE BEATRICE LAING TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BEATRICE LAING TRUST | FY2025 | £5k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Foundation | 30/10/2023 | £97k | Grant to Barnet Churches Action |