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Free Church Of England Central Trust

The activities of the Charity are to act as a Central Board of Trustees for the Free Church of England, to hold as loans funds deposited for investment and to lend money and make grants to further the objects and work of the Free Church of England.

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Activities & Mission

The activities of the Charity are to act as a Central Board of Trustees for the Free Church of England, to hold as loans funds deposited for investment and to lend money and make grants to further the objects and work of the Free Church of England.

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
£85,886
Latest Expenditure
£240,895

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 280.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 280.5%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£85,886
£240,8950 / 4
2023
£258,959
£219,9970 / 4
2022
£57,474
£151,8210 / 4
2021
£77,459
£139,1130 / 4
2020
£139,352
£207,8990 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about Free Church Of England Central Trust

What does Free Church Of England Central Trust do?

The activities of the Charity are to act as a Central Board of Trustees for the Free Church of England, to hold as loans funds deposited for investment and to lend money and make grants to further the objects and work of the Free Church of England.

How much income did Free Church Of England Central Trust report in 2024?

Free Church Of England Central Trust reported total income of £86k and reported expenditure of £241k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Free Church Of England Central Trust registered as a charity?

Free Church Of England Central Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 April 1976 as charity number 271151. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs Free Church Of England Central Trust?

Free Church Of England Central Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Free Church Of England Central Trust operate?

Free Church Of England Central Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Free Church Of England Central Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Free Church Of England Central Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271151.

Details

Address
St. Andrews Community Church
Churchill Road
Bentley
WALSALL
WS2 0AA
Registration Date
29 April 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
271151
Charity Number
271151

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Trustees

LESLEY ANN SECKER
Also governs 1 other charity
Natalie Emma Stenstrom
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Anthony Kieran Roberts
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Mark Spiers
Rev Robert Wilson
RIGHT REVEREND DOCTOR JOHN FENWICK BAMThPhDDD
Rt Rev Matthew Paul Firth MA BTh
Also governs 2 other charities
Tamileniyal Joy Christy Sahadevan
WILLIAM ALBERT CLEMENTS
Also governs 2 other charities

Sectors & Classifications

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