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Canaan Christian Ministries

Also known as: Previously: the Canaan Trust

The object of the company is to advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public. A principal activity is the operation of a Christian bookshop and church resource centre (including a small lounge) in Staines, provision of a counselling service, promotion of united Christian church activities and distribution of literature to enlighten and teach others about the Christian religion.

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Activities & Mission

The object of the company is to advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public. A principal activity is the operation of a Christian bookshop and church resource centre (including a small lounge) in Staines, provision of a counselling service, promotion of united Christian church activities and distribution of literature to enlighten and teach others about the Christian religion.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£176,211
Latest Expenditure
£169,456

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£176,211
£169,4560 / 5
2024
£165,126
£161,7690 / 6
2023
£179,671
£165,6540 / 7
2022
£157,192
£143,6790 / 7
2021
£155,605
£146,2330 / 7

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Canaan Christian Ministries

What does Canaan Christian Ministries do?

The object of the company is to advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public. A principal activity is the operation of a Christian bookshop and church resource centre (including a small lounge) in Staines, provision of a counselling service, promotion of united Christian church activities and distribution of literature to enlighten and teach others about the Christian religion.

How much income did Canaan Christian Ministries report in 2025?

Canaan Christian Ministries reported total income of £176k and reported expenditure of £169k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Canaan Christian Ministries registered as a charity?

Canaan Christian Ministries was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 2017 as charity number 1171925. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Canaan Christian Ministries?

Canaan Christian Ministries is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Norman Head. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Canaan Christian Ministries operate?

Canaan Christian Ministries operates across 2 areas: Ghana and England And Wales.

Is Canaan Christian Ministries a registered charity?

Yes — Canaan Christian Ministries is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171925.

Details

Address
Canaan
121 High Street
STAINES-UPON-THAMES
TW18 4PD
Registration Date
7 March 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5096887
Charity Number
1171925

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Trustees

Norman Head Chair
Desmond Osagie Egharevba
Fiona Jane Crawforth

Also Known As

  • Canaan Christian Ministries
  • Previously: the Canaan Trust

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