THE NORTHUMBRIA COMMUNITY TRUST
Facilitating and leading courses etc. held throughout Britain and the world in furthering religious education. Providing resources through our center's activities which raise awareness of our Christian beliefs & practices. Providing and promoting a Rule of Life as a moral and ethical framework as a 'way for living' that is capable of influencing society in a beneficial way.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a deficit on unrestricted funds of £24,185 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds to £184,890. Free unrestricted reserves, excluding fixed assets, stood at £143,934, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover three months' running costs and maintain operations for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between 3 and 6 months’ expenditure.” — page 11
“During the year the Charity received a donation of £14,390 from the Northumbria Community USA (2024 was £10,068). There were no other disclosable related party transactions during the year.” — page 30
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (05/02/2015)
Trustees
- Robert John Packhamchair
- Claire-Louise Byrne
- Dr Caroline Ramsey
- Rev Carollyn Elisabeth McDonald
- Rev Gillian Margaret Rowell
- Rev Nicolas Peter Haigh
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £380k | £401k |
| 31/03/2024 | £402k | £357k |
| 31/03/2023 | £313k | £388k |
| 31/03/2022 | £360k | £338k |
| 31/03/2021 | £371k | £288k |
Common questions
Is THE NORTHUMBRIA COMMUNITY TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a deficit on unrestricted funds of £24,185 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds to £184,890. Free unrestricted reserves, excluding fixed assets, stood at £143,934, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover three months' running costs and maintain operations for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.