Foundation Church
We exist to advance the Christian religion; to relieve poverty and those in need by reason of ill-health, disability, unemployment or such other disadvantage; and to advance education both general and vocational for children or adults but always within the principles of the Christian faith. We operate primarily in Wokingham and surrounding area but also support Christians in Nepal.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net increase in funds of £26,161 for the year ended 30 September 2025, with total unrestricted cash funds of £15,581 and restricted funds of £10,580. The trustees report significant growth in attendance and community engagement following a relocation of meeting venues. The independent examiner's report is not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but the accounts are signed by a trustee on 07/03/2026.
What the accounts disclose
“Throughout the period, we have also continued to support financially the Advance Movement in its aim to plant and strengthen churches around the world.”
Trustees
- DAVID EDWARD MAINchair
- Anne Elizabeth Hill
- Christopher William Justice
- James Shiers
- Owen David Hayward
- Toni Marie Garlinge
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £114k | £122k |
| 30/09/2024 | £113k | £98k |
| 30/09/2023 | £76k | £91k |
| 30/09/2022 | £77k | £110k |
| 30/09/2021 | £134k | £116k |
Common questions
Is Foundation Church financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net increase in funds of £26,161 for the year ended 30 September 2025, with total unrestricted cash funds of £15,581 and restricted funds of £10,580. The trustees report significant growth in attendance and community engagement following a relocation of meeting venues. The independent examiner's report is not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but the accounts are signed by a trustee on 07/03/2026. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE SOLA TRUST | 1 | £92k |
| SUICIDE & CO | 1 | £30k |
| GOSPEL PARTNERS TRUST | 1 | £16k |
| THE GROCERS' CHARITY | 1 | £3k |
Charities like this
- UK FOUNDATION FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE
- CHRIST CHURCH FAREHAM
- CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM
- REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD COVENANT RESTORATION ASSEMBLY NOTTINGHAM
- CHRIST CHURCH SOUTHAMPTON CIO
- READING FAMILY CHURCH
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Church | £114k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| UK FOUNDATION FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE | £395k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH FAREHAM | £102k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM | £158k | £69,889 | 1 | above | — | no doubt |
| REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD COVENANT RESTORATION ASSEMBLY NOTTINGHAM | £304k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH SOUTHAMPTON CIO | £397k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |