ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH WHITLEY BAY
We are individuals and families of all shapes and sizes, seeking to celebrate and share the love of God with everyone. We do this through: Creating a welcoming, outward-looking community for all. Encouraging the deepening of faith and commitment as we seek to follow the way of Jesus. Serving our local neighbourhood and beyond. Challenging injustice and supporting the vulnerable.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit on unrestricted funds of £2,912 for the year ended 31 August 2025, driven by significant emergency property repairs and a transfer of £27,000 to a restricted project. Per the Treasurer's report, unrestricted reserves have been depleted by £26,794.89, and the trustees note that ever-increasing running costs are a cause for concern.
What the accounts disclose
“There is no doubt that it is disappointing that because of necessary emergency repair expenditure, our reserves are depleted over and above expectations. Ever increasing running costs are also cause for concern and this is troubling.” — page 31
Trustees
- Andrew Lowe
- COLIN RAISTRICK MF
- Carol Baggaley
- Carole Firth
- Debbie Mathieson
- Howard Scott
- Jacqueline Tallon
- John Liddle
- Karen Elizabeth Carr
- Lesley Thompson
- Margaret Lumsdon
- Margaret Rushton
- Margaret Stephenson
- Noreen Rees
- Owen Lumsdon
- Rev Eva Walker
- Susan Erika Wood
- UNA MILLER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £114k | £116k |
| 31/08/2024 | £114k | £119k |
| 31/08/2023 | £100k | £137k |
| 31/08/2022 | £77k | £107k |
| 31/08/2021 | £136k | £89k |
Common questions
Is ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH WHITLEY BAY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit on unrestricted funds of £2,912 for the year ended 31 August 2025, driven by significant emergency property repairs and a transfer of £27,000 to a restricted project. Per the Treasurer's report, unrestricted reserves have been depleted by £26,794.89, and the trustees note that ever-increasing running costs are a cause for concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE GOSHEN TRUST | 1 | £63k |
| NORTH KENT METHODIST CIRCUIT | 1 | £10k |
| The Teesside Charity | 1 | £10k |
| JOHN JACKSON CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £3k |
Charities like this
- STOCKTON BAPTIST CHURCH
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JOHN, WALTHAMSTOW
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SAINT MARY AND ALL SAINTS WHALLEY
- AVENUE ST ANDREW'S SOUTHAMPTON UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CHARITY
- EMMANUEL CHURCH, EASTBOURNE
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF HIGH WYCOMBE ST ANDREW
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH WHITLEY BAY | £114k | — | 0 | unclear | — | noted |
| STOCKTON BAPTIST CHURCH | £444k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JOHN, WALTHAMSTOW | £248k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SAINT MARY AND ALL SAINTS WHALLEY | £116k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| AVENUE ST ANDREW'S SOUTHAMPTON UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CHARITY | £111k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| EMMANUEL CHURCH, EASTBOURNE | £273k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |