Chichester Baptist Church
A key part of our mission is to serve our local community and demonstrate the love of Jesus. As well as services on Sundays, we hold a parent/carer toddler group, children's and youth groups, Alpha Courses and a lunch club for older people. We have a Christians Against Poverty office to help any facing debt issues. Our buildings are used by many groups providing services for our local community.
Activities & Mission
A key part of our mission is to serve our local community and demonstrate the love of Jesus. As well as services on Sundays, we hold a parent/carer toddler group, children's and youth groups, Alpha Courses and a lunch club for older people. We have a Christians Against Poverty office to help any facing debt issues. Our buildings are used by many groups providing services for our local community.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 43% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £566,497 | £490,308 | £490,308 | £2,492,934 | £150,433 | 9 / 400 |
| 2023 | £475,176 | £489,954 | 0 / 200 | |||
| 2022 | £453,360 | £400,647 | 0 / 200 | |||
| 2021 | £381,148 | £358,909 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2020 | £64,288 | £54,047 | 0 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Chichester Baptist Church
What does Chichester Baptist Church do?
A key part of our mission is to serve our local community and demonstrate the love of Jesus. As well as services on Sundays, we hold a parent/carer toddler group, children's and youth groups, Alpha Courses and a lunch club for older people. We have a Christians Against Poverty office to help any facing debt issues. Our buildings are used by many groups providing services for our local community.
How much income did Chichester Baptist Church report in 2024?
Chichester Baptist Church reported total income of £566k and reported expenditure of £490k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Chichester Baptist Church?
Chichester Baptist Church has a program ratio of 86.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 43% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Chichester Baptist Church registered as a charity?
Chichester Baptist Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2020 as charity number 1187869. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Chichester Baptist Church?
Chichester Baptist Church is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELLEN CAROLINE WILD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chichester Baptist Church operate?
Chichester Baptist Church operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Chichester Baptist Church a registered charity?
Yes — Chichester Baptist Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187869.
Details
124 SHERBORNE ROAD
CHICHESTER
PO19 3AW
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