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Staplehurst Free Church

We are an independent evangelical community church, providing the opportunity for all to worship God, and to serve some of the many and diverse needs of the community of Staplehurst and also be involved in the wider mission of the church overseas. We strive to monitor the needs of the community matching them to our resources, identifying opportunities for offering God's love to those in need.

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Activities & Mission

We are an independent evangelical community church, providing the opportunity for all to worship God, and to serve some of the many and diverse needs of the community of Staplehurst and also be involved in the wider mission of the church overseas. We strive to monitor the needs of the community matching them to our resources, identifying opportunities for offering God's love to those in need.

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

Latest Income
£136,826
Latest Expenditure
£170,434

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 124.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 124.6%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£136,826
£170,4340 / 40
2023
£91,817
£60,4720 / 50
2022
£97,803
£93,8230 / 50
2021
£88,258
£78,6830 / 50
2020
£81,007
£82,7200 / 40

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Staplehurst Free Church

What does Staplehurst Free Church do?

We are an independent evangelical community church, providing the opportunity for all to worship God, and to serve some of the many and diverse needs of the community of Staplehurst and also be involved in the wider mission of the church overseas. We strive to monitor the needs of the community matching them to our resources, identifying opportunities for offering God's love to those in need.

How much income did Staplehurst Free Church report in 2024?

Staplehurst Free Church reported total income of £137k and reported expenditure of £170k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Staplehurst Free Church registered as a charity?

Staplehurst Free Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2008 as charity number 1127205. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Staplehurst Free Church?

Staplehurst Free Church is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Roy Laming. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Staplehurst Free Church operate?

Staplehurst Free Church operates across 2 areas: Kent and Medway.

Is Staplehurst Free Church a registered charity?

Yes — Staplehurst Free Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127205.

Details

Address
Staplehurst Free Church
Station Road
Staplehurst
TONBRIDGE
TN12 0QQ
Registration Date
16 December 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4043251
Charity Number
1127205

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Trustees

Roy Laming Chair
Graham William Smith
Kathryn Minett
ROBERT FREDERICK HOWSE
TERENCE ROBERT HAWGOOD

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