THE FRIENDS OF ST GEORGE'S MEMORIAL CHURCH YPRES
Promoting interest in St. George's Memorial Church, Ypres and acting as a link between the church and people in the United Kingdom and overseas. Co-operating with other organisations in Belgium and Britain for the benefit of the church. Making grants to the church for specific projects. Arranging visits to the church by groups of members of the Friends.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the financial year in a sound and healthy state with total unrestricted funds of £1,374,620. The trustees confirmed that assets are available and adequate to fulfil financial obligations, noting a net increase in total funds of £38,162 for the year. Investment income remains stable, contributing to the charity's ability to fund future activities and grants.
What the accounts disclose
“the balance representing the general fund is retained on the basis of working capital being required in order to allow the charity to fund future activities in furtherance of its charitable objects over future years.”
Trustees
- Sir EDWARD MORGAN CROFTON Btchair
- Christopher Hector Douglas Sims
- David Stephen Humberston
- EVE SPEARE
- Lara Cruz McKeon
- Lt Col James William Coleby
- Michael Andrew McKeon
- NIGEL FRANCIS DIVERS
- Valerie Elizabeth Jacques
- WILLIAM LIONEL LEETHAM
- Wilhelm Paul Foster
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £51k | £42k |
| 30/06/2024 | £45k | £31k |
| 30/06/2023 | £44k | £28k |
| 30/06/2022 | £45k | £28k |
| 30/06/2021 | £34k | £37k |
Common questions
Is THE FRIENDS OF ST GEORGE'S MEMORIAL CHURCH YPRES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the financial year in a sound and healthy state with total unrestricted funds of £1,374,620. The trustees confirmed that assets are available and adequate to fulfil financial obligations, noting a net increase in total funds of £38,162 for the year. Investment income remains stable, contributing to the charity's ability to fund future activities and grants. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.