WHITSTABLE COMMUNITY CHURCH
We provide Christian worship and teaching, providing spiritual and emotional direction and support. We also provide a place for community and social interaction, and offer pastoral and practical care to those in spiritual, emotional and physical need. We provide activities for children and young people, and seek to serve the needs of the wider community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a significant financial surplus of £34,160 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in very healthy reserves. Expenditure was reduced by almost 50% following the departure of a full-time leader, while regular monthly giving remained sufficient to cover day-to-day operations. The trustees report a sense of excitement and anticipation for the future, noting that the church can consider new ventures due to its strong financial position.
What the accounts disclose
“All regular income is derived from church members’ donations and no outside fund raising is undertaken.” — page 6
“The policy of the trustees is to maintain sufficient liquid reserves to finance ongoing commitments such as rent and salaries, and to build sufficient reserves to enable the future development and expansion of the ministries of the church.” — page 6
Trustees
- Ian Grantchair
- Caroline Gingell
- Justine Michelle Fitchett
- Keith William Milne
- Luke Bain
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £66k | £32k |
| 31/08/2024 | £78k | £67k |
| 31/08/2023 | £72k | £63k |
| 31/08/2022 | £73k | £62k |
| 31/08/2021 | £82k | £33k |
Common questions
Is WHITSTABLE COMMUNITY CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a significant financial surplus of £34,160 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in very healthy reserves. Expenditure was reduced by almost 50% following the departure of a full-time leader, while regular monthly giving remained sufficient to cover day-to-day operations. The trustees report a sense of excitement and anticipation for the future, noting that the church can consider new ventures due to its strong financial position. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.