CATCH THE FIRE THREE RIVERS
TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THROUGHOUT THE THREE RIVERS AREA, AND THROUGHOUT THE UNITED KINGDOM OR INTERNATIONALLY AS THE TRUSTEES FROM TIME TO TIME MAY SEE FIT, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH THE HOLDING OF PRAYER MEETINGS, LECTURES, PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS, PROVIDING PASTORAL CARE AND CARRYING OUT MISSIONARY AND EVANGELISTIC WORK.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income increased to £140,444 from £136,220 in the prior year, driven by higher donations. Operating expenditure rose to £114,831, resulting in a net income of £24,479 and unrestricted reserves of £112,065. The trustees report that reserves are held at £72,065 in general reserves plus a £40,000 designated fund, which exceeds their stated policy target of approximately £74,000.
What the accounts disclose
“Our reserve policy is to hold at least six months running costs, equivalent to approximately £74,000” — page 7
“One trustee, Thomas Allsop, received remuneration of £27,720 (2024 - £15,840) during the year in his role as senior pastor. The charity also contributed £644 (2024 - £288) of pension contributions into Mr Allsop’s pension.” — page 15
“One trustee, Thomas Allsop, received remuneration of £27,720 (2024 - £15,840) during the year in his role as senior pastor. The charity also contributed £644 (2024 - £288) of pension contributions into Mr Allsop’s pension.” — page 15
“The total aggregate donations made by trustees and related parties to the charity during the year was £21,025 (2024 - £7,950).” — page 15
“One trustee, Thomas Allsop, received remuneration of £27,720 (2024 - £15,840) during the year in his role as senior pastor. The charity also contributed £644 (2024 - £288) of pension contributions into Mr Allsop’s pension.” — page 15
“The total aggregate donations made by trustees and related parties to the charity during the year was £21,025 (2024 - £7,950).” — page 15
Trustees
- Thomas David Allsopchair
- DAVID ANDREW RICHARDS
- NICHOLAS CHAMBERS
- Nisha Mehdwan
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £140k | £115k |
| 30/09/2024 | £136k | £83k |
| 30/09/2023 | £74k | £60k |
| 30/09/2022 | £45k | £31k |
| 30/09/2021 | £10k | £9k |
Common questions
Is CATCH THE FIRE THREE RIVERS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income increased to £140,444 from £136,220 in the prior year, driven by higher donations. Operating expenditure rose to £114,831, resulting in a net income of £24,479 and unrestricted reserves of £112,065. The trustees report that reserves are held at £72,065 in general reserves plus a £40,000 designated fund, which exceeds their stated policy target of approximately £74,000. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.