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CHRISTCHURCH THREE MILLS

Registered charity 1200794 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register

We are a local church near Stratford, East London, who gather for worship and community, welcoming anyone who wants to join us. We seek to serve our neighbourhood by partnering with local organisations, running events that all are welcome to and particularly helping young people and those struggling with poverty. Through this we share and display the Christian faith to our community and beyond.

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Latest income
£86k
Latest spending
£74k
Registered
2022
Accounts read
FY2024

Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts

The accounts state that total income for the year was £85,669.98, with staff salaries and benefits accounting for approximately 50% of outgoings. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £35,112.99 and has stated a policy target to raise reserves to at least £40,000 by the end of 2025. The trustees note that the primary funding source (SDF) expires in December 2025, creating a critical uncertainty regarding future ministry funding.

Automated summary of the FY2024 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.

What the accounts disclose

Largest income source: Grant Funding (73% of income)
“This year, we received £62,161.15 from the SDF funding.”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Reserves policy: at least £40,000 (held: £35k)
“The trustees aim to raise reserves to a level at least £40k, and preferably £45k, by the end of 2025.” — page 13
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Going concern: noted by the trustees or auditor
“The SDF funding is due to expire at the end of 31st December 2025. The cri^cal issue is how ministry will be funded aser that date.” — page 26
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: The Lead Minister, Rev Dan Scott, receives a stipend from the Church of England, not the charity.
“The Lead Minister, Rev Dan Sco+, receives a full s^pend from the central funds of the Church of England.” — page 25
“During the year Christchurch Three Mills paid a contribu^on of £7,200 to the Chelmsford Diocese in lieu of a Parish Share contribu^on.” — page 12
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: The charity paid £7,200 to the Chelmsford Diocese in lieu of Parish Share.
“The Lead Minister, Rev Dan Sco+, receives a full s^pend from the central funds of the Church of England.” — page 25
“During the year Christchurch Three Mills paid a contribu^on of £7,200 to the Chelmsford Diocese in lieu of a Parish Share contribu^on.” — page 12
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.

Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 4 of 6 completeness components.

Public fundraising profile: JustGiving — Christchurch Three Mills (matched by registered charity number).

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Trustees · trustee networks

Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).

Operates in: Newham · Tower Hamlets

Income and spending

Financial year endIncomeSpending
31/12/2024£86k£74k
31/12/2023£52k£47k

Common questions

Is CHRISTCHURCH THREE MILLS financially healthy?

Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £85,669.98, with staff salaries and benefits accounting for approximately 50% of outgoings. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £35,112.99 and has stated a policy target to raise reserves to at least £40,000 by the end of 2025. The trustees note that the primary funding source (SDF) expires in December 2025, creating a critical uncertainty regarding future ministry funding. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.