FARNHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
Advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. To help people find Christ and grow as His disciples.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained sufficient funds to cover budgeted expenditure and allow commitments to continue for up to three months in the event of a significant drop in income. The charity reported total unrestricted funds of £1,490,270 at year-end, with a designated minimum reserve of £30,000 considered acceptable for operations. The trustees confirmed the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The primary source of funds is giving from church members and adherents which, together with Gift Aid, accounted for about 98% of income.” — page 5
“The Charity Trustees maintain sufficient funds to cover the budgeted expenditure during the year and to allow commitments to be continued for up to three months should there be a significant drop in income.” — page 6
“The custodian Trustee of the church is the Baptist Union Corporation Limited which is Charity number 249635 and which is controlled by the Baptist Union Council. The Church Is also a member of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the South Eastem Baptist Association. The church made a donation to the Baptist Union Home Mission Scheme as set out in note 7.” — page 28
“The total amount of unrestricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £31,855 (2023 - £29,065). The total amount of restricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £2,640 (2023 - £2,640).” — page 22
“The custodian Trustee of the church is the Baptist Union Corporation Limited which is Charity number 249635 and which is controlled by the Baptist Union Council. The Church Is also a member of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the South Eastem Baptist Association. The church made a donation to the Baptist Union Home Mission Scheme as set out in note 7.” — page 28
“The total amount of unrestricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £31,855 (2023 - £29,065). The total amount of restricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £2,640 (2023 - £2,640).” — page 22
“The custodian Trustee of the church is the Baptist Union Corporation Limited which is Charity number 249635 and which is controlled by the Baptist Union Council. The Church Is also a member of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the South Eastem Baptist Association. The church made a donation to the Baptist Union Home Mission Scheme as set out in note 7.” — page 28
“The total amount of unrestricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £31,855 (2023 - £29,065). The total amount of restricted donations received from Trustees during the year was £2,640 (2023 - £2,640).” — page 22
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (16/09/2024)
Trustees
- Rev Graham Peter CULVERchair
- Elaine Wright
- Gavin John Veness
- Jonathan William Hughes
- Joseph Caesar Posner
- Katherine Vera Pearce
- Kevin Michael Etchells
- Neil Grant
- PAUL ANDREW BURCH
- ROBERT GLEN BIRD B.A.HONS
- Robert Michael Frood
- Susan Corrie Urquhart
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £465k | £486k |
| 31/12/2024 | £441k | £491k |
| 31/12/2023 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is FARNHAM BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained sufficient funds to cover budgeted expenditure and allow commitments to continue for up to three months in the event of a significant drop in income. The charity reported total unrestricted funds of £1,490,270 at year-end, with a designated minimum reserve of £30,000 considered acceptable for operations. The trustees confirmed the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.