Bethesda Free Chapel
Also known as: Bethesda Free Church
We meet for: The means of grace . (1) For their own sanctification and strengthening (Acts 1, 14; 2, 42; 3, 1; 16, 13).(2) For power to witness of Christ and to declare the Gospel (A cts 4, 31).(3) For special guidance under difficult circum?stances (Acts 1, 24; 13, 3).(4) For deliverance for others who were suffering for Christ (Acts 12, 5-12).(5) For blessing upon others.
Activities & Mission
We meet for: The means of grace . (1) For their own sanctification and strengthening (Acts 1, 14; 2, 42; 3, 1; 16, 13).(2) For power to witness of Christ and to declare the Gospel (A cts 4, 31).(3) For special guidance under difficult circum?stances (Acts 1, 24; 13, 3).(4) For deliverance for others who were suffering for Christ (Acts 12, 5-12).(5) For blessing upon others.
Grants
Bethesda Free Chapel makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £97,007
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and the general public
- What it supports
- religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £64,416 | £97,007 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £64,304 | £74,553 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £71,071 | £78,811 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £74,847 | £59,595 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2021 | £73,091 | £56,664 | 0 / 13 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bethesda Free Chapel
What does Bethesda Free Chapel do?
We meet for: The means of grace . (1) For their own sanctification and strengthening (Acts 1, 14; 2, 42; 3, 1; 16, 13).(2) For power to witness of Christ and to declare the Gospel (A cts 4, 31).(3) For special guidance under difficult circum?stances (Acts 1, 24; 13, 3).(4) For deliverance for others who were suffering for Christ (Acts 12, 5-12).(5) For blessing upon others.
How much income did Bethesda Free Chapel report in 2025?
Bethesda Free Chapel reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £97k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bethesda Free Chapel registered as a charity?
Bethesda Free Chapel was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2012 as charity number 1148620. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Bethesda Free Chapel?
Bethesda Free Chapel is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Stephen Boreland. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bethesda Free Chapel operate?
Bethesda Free Chapel operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bethesda Free Chapel a registered charity?
Yes — Bethesda Free Chapel is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148620.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Bethesda Free Church
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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