SOUTH CHARD CHURCH
To live out the Christian faith in South Chard, Chard and local villages in Somerset, other parts of the UK and the world. Its services include public worship, community support services and international mission work. Our main beneficiaries are local people and those who require assistance overseas. We are financed by the giving of our local congregation.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds decreased from £26,446 to £20,537 due to a net expenditure of £5,908 against incoming resources of £49,248. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, though it notes ongoing building renovations and reliance on voluntary donations and partnerships.
What the accounts disclose
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Mark Andrew Thompsonchair
- Gillian Grace Bough
- JENNIFER GRACE REID
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £49k | £55k |
| 31/03/2024 | £55k | £69k |
| 31/03/2023 | £88k | £60k |
| 31/03/2022 | £55k | £55k |
| 31/03/2021 | £62k | £64k |
Common questions
Is SOUTH CHARD CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds decreased from £26,446 to £20,537 due to a net expenditure of £5,908 against incoming resources of £49,248. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, though it notes ongoing building renovations and reliance on voluntary donations and partnerships. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SOUTH CHARD CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SOUTH CHARD CHURCH as a grant recipient include SOMERSET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOMERSET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Community Foundation | 30/11/2023 | £3k | Salary costs for a Community Worker |
| Somerset Community Foundation | 06/02/2023 | £6k | Contribution towards the overheads of a community hub, which have risen due to the cost-of-living crisis |
| Somerset Community Foundation | 24/05/2022 | £15k | Business development, including salary for a community worker to undertake various activities in the town |