C3 LIFE
We hold Sunday church services in Leeds and York, mid-week groups that meet in homes across Leeds, Harrogate and York, and an online service every Sunday on our YouTube channel. We have other events throughout the year (eg. Good Friday Service / Carol Service / Worship Nights).
Objects
THE OBJECTS OF THE CIO ARE, FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT:-TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATEMENT OF FAITH, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC, MAINLY, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, THROUGH THE PROVISION OF PLACES OF WORSHIP, HOLDING PRAYER AND GROUP MEETINGS AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DEALING WITH ALL ASPECTS OF CHRISTIAN LIFE AND FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES, IN SUCH WAYS AND IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND THE WORLD FROM TIME TO TIME AS THE CHARITY TRUSTEES MAY THINK FIT; ANDTO PROVIDE COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND RELIEF TO PERSONS WHO ARE IN CONDITIONS OF NEED, HARDSHIP, DISTRESS OR SICKNESS, IN THE LOCATIONS IN WHICH THE CHURCH FELLOWSHIP GATHERS IN PLACES OF WORSHIP, EITHER DIRECTLY OR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS FROM TIME TO TIME AS THE CHARITY TRUSTEES MAY THINK FIT.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £215,921 significantly exceed the charity's stated policy target of three months' operating expenses (approximately £70,000). The charity reports a net income surplus for the 16-month period and confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The current reserves policy states that the church aims at all times to maintain a minimum level of reserves that is sufficient to cover 3 months of operating expenses (currently approximately £70,000).” — page 8
“The trustees did not receive any remuneration for their service as trustees. The charity did however employ one trustee, Christopher Denham whom received total remuneration costs of £44,083 for his role as Senior Pastor.” — page 19
“During the period of account Malgorzata Denham received employment renumeration and pension contributions of £12,391. She received reimbursement for out of pocket expenses of £294 for staff travel costs. Malgorzata Denham is a close family member of Christopher Denham, a trustee of the charity.” — page 22
“During the period of account a donation of £5,000 was made to New Sight UK (charity number 1144893). New Sight UK is a related party due to Christopher Denham being a joint Trustee” — page 22
“During the period of account Malgorzata Denham received employment renumeration and pension contributions of £12,391. She received reimbursement for out of pocket expenses of £294 for staff travel costs. Malgorzata Denham is a close family member of Christopher Denham, a trustee of the charity.” — page 22
“During the period of account a donation of £5,000 was made to New Sight UK (charity number 1144893). New Sight UK is a related party due to Christopher Denham being a joint Trustee” — page 22
“During the period of account Malgorzata Denham received employment renumeration and pension contributions of £12,391. She received reimbursement for out of pocket expenses of £294 for staff travel costs. Malgorzata Denham is a close family member of Christopher Denham, a trustee of the charity.” — page 22
“During the period of account a donation of £5,000 was made to New Sight UK (charity number 1144893). New Sight UK is a related party due to Christopher Denham being a joint Trustee” — page 22
“During the period of account Malgorzata Denham received employment renumeration and pension contributions of £12,391. She received reimbursement for out of pocket expenses of £294 for staff travel costs. Malgorzata Denham is a close family member of Christopher Denham, a trustee of the charity.” — page 22
“During the period of account a donation of £5,000 was made to New Sight UK (charity number 1144893). New Sight UK is a related party due to Christopher Denham being a joint Trustee” — page 22
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Conflicting interests
- Investment
- Paying staff
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Trustees
- Alexander James Pitcherchair
- CHRISTOPHER MALCOLM DENHAM
- Dorothy Yvonne Lawrence
- Edward James Overend
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £487k | £267k |
Common questions
Is C3 LIFE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £215,921 significantly exceed the charity's stated policy target of three months' operating expenses (approximately £70,000). The charity reports a net income surplus for the 16-month period and confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE SACHS FOUNDATION | 1 | £383k |
| CHURCH REVITALISATION TRUST | 1 | £46k |
Charities like this
- HIGHEST LIFE MINISTRY
- CITY LIFE CHURCH - SUNDERLAND
- LIFE CHURCH MINISTRIES
- NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE (CROYDON)
- C3 London Church
- NEW LIFE CHURCH CAMBRIDGE
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3 LIFE | £487k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| HIGHEST LIFE MINISTRY | £113k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CITY LIFE CHURCH - SUNDERLAND | £235k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| LIFE CHURCH MINISTRIES | £1.6m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE (CROYDON) | £1.3m | Under £60,000 | 0 | above | 0.0% | no doubt |
| C3 London Church | £184k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |