LETCHWORTH BAPTIST CHURCH
Based in Letchworth Garden City we provide Sunday services & other meetings, in English & Chinese, for the worship of God & spiritual instruction of adults & children. Mid week & summer activities for children & teens; mid week activities for older folk. Work in schools with Special Educational Needs children. Pastoral care in the community and at the Yarl's Wood Immigration Centre. .
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity experienced a net decrease in funds of £170,652, with total outgoings of £277,998 significantly exceeding income of £107,346. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted cash of £645,942, which is well above its stated reserves policy target of £21,000, although the trustees note the work is dependent on continued financial support from members.
What the accounts disclose
“D Chan served as a church leader and was paid £14,890 [2022: 11,465] for serving in that capacity, not for serving as a trustee” — page 11
“The trustees have determined that the charity should aim to hold unrestricted cash of no less than £21,000 (which equates to about 3 months of pay and operational costs once a new pastor has been appointed)” — page 6
“The Trustees are conscious that the work of the church is dependent upon the financial support of members and congregation. Without this support the work would be unable to continue.” — page 7
“D Chan served as a church leader and was paid £14,890 [2022: 11,465] for serving in that capacity, not for serving as a trustee; these payments are permitted by the charity's governing document.” — page 11
“D Chan served as a church leader and was paid £14,890 [2022: 11,465] for serving in that capacity, not for serving as a trustee; these payments are permitted by the charity's governing document.” — page 11
“Employer pension contributions £514 [2023: £260] - please see note 6 below regarding additional employer pension contributions.” — page 11
“D Chan served as a church leader and was paid £14,890 [2022: 11,465] for serving in that capacity, not for serving as a trustee; these payments are permitted by the charity's governing document.” — page 11
“Employer pension contributions £514 [2023: £260] - please see note 6 below regarding additional employer pension contributions.” — page 11
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (14/06/2018)
Trustees
- Edmond Eugene McGirr Jr
- MIKE WADDELL
- STEVE WHITTALL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £90k | £128k |
| 31/12/2024 | £107k | £278k |
| 31/12/2023 | £95k | £116k |
| 31/12/2022 | £94k | £261k |
| 31/12/2021 | £82k | £79k |
Common questions
Is LETCHWORTH BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity experienced a net decrease in funds of £170,652, with total outgoings of £277,998 significantly exceeding income of £107,346. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted cash of £645,942, which is well above its stated reserves policy target of £21,000, although the trustees note the work is dependent on continued financial support from members. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of LETCHWORTH BAPTIST CHURCH earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £10,001 - £20,000 band.