WOODSIDE CHURCH
Objects are, for the public benefit: to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the Statement ofBeliefs; to advance religious and other education; the relief of persons who are in need by reason of their disability, financial hardship or sickness; to further such charitable purposes as are exclusively charitable in the laws of England and Wales as the Trustees may from time decide.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £180,951, which is in excess of the trustees' policy target of three months of general fund expenditure. The charity reported a net income surplus for the year, with total funds increasing to £1,012,695, and the trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Trustees to hold available reserves representing three months of General Fund expenditure in order to ensure the activities of the charity can continue in the event of any variation in funding.” — page 7
“Mr H Ebenezer, who is a trustee and a staff member, received a salary as a pastor and site leader.” — page 14
“Donations of £24,380 were given by trustees.”
“Mr H Ebenezer, who is a trustee and a staff member, received a salary as a pastor and site leader.” — page 14
“Donations of £24,380 were given by trustees.”
“Mr H Ebenezer, who is a trustee and a staff member, received a salary as a pastor and site leader.” — page 14
Corporate structure
- Registered company of the charity Companies House 12279065
Company officers (Companies House)
- SANCTO, Daniel Reuben on trustee list
- JEGANATHAN, Andrea Vajantha on trustee list
- OPPONG, Joyce on trustee list
- MASIH, Haston on trustee list
- GREEN, Timothy on trustee list
- SMITH, Kevin Warren on trustee list
- HLOMUKA, Victoria Jane on trustee list
- HUNT, David Leslie on trustee list
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (27/10/2022)
Trustees
- Kevin Warren Smithchair
- Andrea Vajantha Jeganathan
- Daniel Reuben Sancto
- Dr David Leslie Hunt
- Haston Masih
- Joyce Oppong
- Timothy Green
- Victoria Jane Hlomuka
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £707k | £631k |
| 31/12/2023 | £679k | £631k |
| 31/12/2022 | £468k | £579k |
| 31/12/2021 | £431k | £481k |
| 31/12/2020 | £426k | £386k |
Common questions
Is WOODSIDE CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £180,951, which is in excess of the trustees' policy target of three months of general fund expenditure. The charity reported a net income surplus for the year, with total funds increasing to £1,012,695, and the trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds WOODSIDE CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name WOODSIDE CHURCH as a grant recipient include BEDFORDSHIRE CHARITABLE TRUST LIMITED.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEDFORDSHIRE CHARITABLE TRUST LIMITED | FY2025 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation | 16/05/2024 | £10k | Linking Lives befriending service staff costs |