LOWESTOFT COMMUNITY CHURCH
The principal object of the Charity, as stated in the constitution, is "the advancement of the Christian faith in the UK and overseas; the advancement for the public benefit of religious and other education, and the relief of the aged, poor, sick, disabled and others in need."
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an overall surplus of £16,145 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total funds carried forward of £892,801. The unrestricted reserves stood at £274,404, which the trustees consider sufficient to maintain approximately three months of unrestricted expenditure. The filing confirms that resources are adequate to continue operations with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“Total 170,592 229,437 400,029 303,512” — page 8
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain unrestricted funds, which are the free reserves of the charity, at a level which equates to approximately 3 months of unrestricted expenditure.” — page 5
“During the year £20,430 (2024: £23,356) was received from the Trustees and their related parties as donations without conditions (including corresponding gift aid). No Trustee expenses have been incurred.” — page 18
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (08/02/2021)
Trustees
- Angela Mileham
- BERNARD WARNES
- Peter Hunt
- Timothy Willis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £400k | £384k |
| 31/03/2024 | £304k | £353k |
| 31/03/2023 | £354k | £321k |
| 31/03/2022 | £273k | £255k |
| 31/03/2021 | £318k | £238k |
Common questions
Is LOWESTOFT COMMUNITY CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an overall surplus of £16,145 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total funds carried forward of £892,801. The unrestricted reserves stood at £274,404, which the trustees consider sufficient to maintain approximately three months of unrestricted expenditure. The filing confirms that resources are adequate to continue operations with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds LOWESTOFT COMMUNITY CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name LOWESTOFT COMMUNITY CHURCH as a grant recipient include RELATIONAL MISSION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RELATIONAL MISSION | FY2021 | £15k | Grants for UK and overseas mission |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 04/09/2020 | £3k | VSCE CMC Fund |