AMPTHILL BAPTIST CHURCH
The principal purpose of the Church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. The Church may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdom and/or other parts of the world.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total income was £281,030 against expenses of £294,746, resulting in a net deficit for the year. Total net assets decreased from £853,280 to £839,576, with unrestricted reserves falling to £121,922. The trustees report no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the church to hold a minimum reserve against the Unrestricted funds equivalent to at least three months General Fund expenditure.” — page 14
“In 2024, a grant was made to a student outreach organisation called Fusion. In part, this funding will support the income of a family member of a Trustee. The grant was £960 and is disclosed in note 8.”
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (10/07/2024)
Trustees
- Rev ANDREW ALAN JOHN GOLDSMITHchair
- Anthony John Royston
- Benjamin Michael Gray
- Bernard John Coen
- CATHERINE ANN SLEIGHT
- CLAUDIA FLORENCE TYSON
- Colin John Kerry
- Craig Rory Christie
- Janice Evans
- Martha Jane Spencer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £281k | £295k |
| 31/12/2023 | £241k | £232k |
| 31/12/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is AMPTHILL BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total income was £281,030 against expenses of £294,746, resulting in a net deficit for the year. Total net assets decreased from £853,280 to £839,576, with unrestricted reserves falling to £121,922. The trustees report no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.