THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION LIMITED
The principle activities of the charity is supporting the worlwide evangelistic activities of The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association such as My Hope UK, Internet Evangelism etc.; fundraising to support these activities; distributing Billy Graham books, literature and recordings; training for evangelism;providing general ministry support to enquirers and exploring evangelistic opportunties.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £519,934 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted reserves standing at £441,834. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate to continue operations, noting sufficient funds and ongoing support from the US parent organization. The financial position is described as healthy with no material uncertainties regarding going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Net charges during the period of £412,995 (2024 - £370,814) were made from Samaritan’s Purse International Limited to The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Limited in relation to shared costs.” — page 35
“Grants received from BGEA US in the year totalled £3,192,558. Debtors include a balance of £146,230 due from BGEA US.” — page 36
“Net charges during the period of £412,995 (2024 - £370,814) were made from Samaritan’s Purse International Limited to The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Limited in relation to shared costs.” — page 35
“Grants received from BGEA US in the year totalled £3,192,558. Debtors include a balance of £146,230 due from BGEA US.” — page 36
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Josh Holland — Vice President of BG-RRT Global
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (13/02/2024)
- Received assets from another charity (01/11/2021)
Trustees
- Andrew March Lawrence
- Donna Pierce
- E David Beroth
- Justin Thomas Arnot
- Merrill Littlejohn
- PAUL SABER
- Steve McCay
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £6.8m | £6.3m |
| 31/03/2024 | £5.6m | £5.8m |
| 31/03/2023 | £7.4m | £7.7m |
| 31/03/2022 | £3.3m | £2.8m |
| 31/03/2021 | £2.5m | £2.6m |
Common questions
Is THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £519,934 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted reserves standing at £441,834. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate to continue operations, noting sufficient funds and ongoing support from the US parent organization. The financial position is described as healthy with no material uncertainties regarding going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Forvis Mazars LLP.
Who funds THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION LIMITED?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION LIMITED as a grant recipient include THE GOSPEL CENTRE.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE GOSPEL CENTRE | FY2025 | £250 |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| NETLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP | 1 | — |
| FIELDSDENE TRUST | 1 | £9k |
| Grace Baptist Association | 1 | £6k |
| HADLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH | 1 | £1k |
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- DOME OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH
- CHARISMATIC EVANGELISTIC MINISTRY UK
- GOVERNANCE MINISTRIES
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION LIMITED | £6.8m | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| DOME OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH | £129k | — | 0 | no_policy | — | no doubt |
| CHARISMATIC EVANGELISTIC MINISTRY UK | £164k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| GOVERNANCE MINISTRIES | £7.6m | £70,001 - £80,000 | 2 | above | — | no doubt |
| GLOBAL CHURCH OF GRACE MINISTRIES | £194k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CARSHALTON BEECHES BAPTIST FREE CHURCH | £320k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |