BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH
The principal purpose of the Church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination.The Church may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdom and/or other parts of the world.
Objects
THE PRINCIPAL PURPOSES OF THE CHURCH ARE:- 3.1.1 THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES OF THE BAPTIST DENOMINATION. 3.1.2 THE CHURCH MAY ALSO ADVANCE EDUCATION AND CARRY OUT OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND/OR OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD. 3.2 [NOTHING IN THIS CONSTITUTION SHALL AUTHORISE AN APPLICATION OF THE PROPERTY OF THE CHURCH FOR PURPOSES WHICH ARE NOT CHARITABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 7 OF THE CHARITIES AND TRUSTEE INVESTMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2005 OR SECTION 2 OF THE CHARITIES ACT (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2008.]
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £11,218 for the year ended 31st March 2025, which was met from general reserves. The Treasurer's report notes that while current reserves can cover a projected future deficit, the situation is described as 'unsustainable', challenging the charity to secure future funding.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees have established a Reserves Policy to enable the Church to function effectively and meet its obligations in the event of a decline in income or increase in expenditure. Having considered the relevant risks, the Trustees have determined that the appropriate level of General Reserves should be 25% of annual expenditure.” — page 6
“The Minister acts as one of the Church's trustees and receives remuneration and other benefits in respect of her services as Minister. This includes the provision of manse accommodation owned by the church.” — page 11
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
Trustees
- Rev RASHELL AMANDA BEYAchair
- Eileen Isobel Wright
- Francesca Jane Bouchard
- JOHN STUART MILLARD
- Judith Anne Willers
- Trevor Richard Horton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £134k | £145k |
| 31/03/2024 | £138k | £115k |
| 31/03/2023 | £136k | £147k |
| 31/03/2022 | £121k | £140k |
| 31/03/2021 | £123k | £106k |
Common questions
Is BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £11,218 for the year ended 31st March 2025, which was met from general reserves. The Treasurer's report notes that while current reserves can cover a projected future deficit, the situation is described as 'unsustainable', challenging the charity to secure future funding. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/12/2004 | £5k | Disabled access |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH | £134k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| FAREHAM BAPTIST NEW LIFE CHURCH | £162k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| EASTLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH | £469k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| SELSDON BAPTIST CHURCH | £272k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH BRIDGEND | £141k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HEREFORD BAPTIST CHURCH | £164k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |