APPLEDORE BAPTIST CHURCH
The primary purpose of our charity is to share the love of Jesus Christ within our community and further afield, and to bring people into a closer relationship with Him. Our church is located in Appledore, and while not being anyway exclusive, is centred around the Lordship of Jesus Christ and His values in all aspects of justice, morality and wellbeing.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held £63,627 in unrestricted cash funds at the end of the financial year, which exceeds its stated policy target of £25,000. The trustees report that the charity was in a good financial position despite significant expenditure on ministry activities and building maintenance.
What the accounts disclose
“We aim to hold £25,000 cash reserves, to support the work of the Church and to safeguard paying our Pastor should the unexpected occur.”
Trustees
- John Michael Kiddchair
- Carolyn Coates
- Rev Andrew John Littlejohn
- Robert Ian Deakin
- Ruth Elizabeth McMahon
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £113k | £105k |
| 31/12/2024 | £97k | £84k |
| 31/12/2023 | £87k | £131k |
| 31/12/2022 | £78k | £85k |
| 31/12/2021 | £65k | £58k |
Common questions
Is APPLEDORE BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held £63,627 in unrestricted cash funds at the end of the financial year, which exceeds its stated policy target of £25,000. The trustees report that the charity was in a good financial position despite significant expenditure on ministry activities and building maintenance. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.