Grace Community Church Bedford
The Church exists to promote the Christian faith the good news of what God has done for us in itsimmediate community of Kempston and Bedford and also in the whole world through links with othersimilar Churches and organisations. The Church meets regularly to worship God for who He is, and to thankHim for all He has done for us.
Activities & Mission
The Church exists to promote the Christian faith the good news of what God has done for us in itsimmediate community of Kempston and Bedford and also in the whole world through links with othersimilar Churches and organisations. The Church meets regularly to worship God for who He is, and to thankHim for all He has done for us.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £688,327 | £656,755 | £636,220 | £219,897 | £131,059 | 14 / 150 |
| 2024 | £597,168 | £659,617 | £634,083 | £188,325 | £188,325 | 13 / 150 |
| 2023 | £684,885 | £705,078 | £683,199 | £250,774 | £250,774 | 14 / 200 |
| 2022 | £742,634 | £783,860 | £783,860 | £270,967 | £270,967 | 16 / 250 |
| 2021 | £633,271 | £542,071 | £524,254 | £312,193 | £178,964 | 15 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Grace Community Church Bedford
What does Grace Community Church Bedford do?
The Church exists to promote the Christian faith the good news of what God has done for us in itsimmediate community of Kempston and Bedford and also in the whole world through links with othersimilar Churches and organisations. The Church meets regularly to worship God for who He is, and to thankHim for all He has done for us.
How much income did Grace Community Church Bedford report in 2025?
Grace Community Church Bedford reported total income of £688k and reported expenditure of £657k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Grace Community Church Bedford?
Grace Community Church Bedford has a program ratio of 92.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Grace Community Church Bedford registered as a charity?
Grace Community Church Bedford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 October 2018 as charity number 1180195. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Grace Community Church Bedford?
Grace Community Church Bedford is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Grace Community Church Bedford operate?
Grace Community Church Bedford operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Grace Community Church Bedford a registered charity?
Yes — Grace Community Church Bedford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1180195.
Details
227-229 BEDFORD ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
MK42 8DA
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