The Hastings Community Trust
Also known as: Kc Hastings, Kings Church Hastings, The Hastings Centre
The Objects of the Charity are to: advance the Christian faith; relieve persons who are in condition of need, hardship or distress; educate and assist young people through their leisure time activities so as to develop their physical, mental and spiritual capacity; advance education in family life, in marriage and family relationships; and advance Christian religious education and training.
Activities & Mission
The Objects of the Charity are to: advance the Christian faith; relieve persons who are in condition of need, hardship or distress; educate and assist young people through their leisure time activities so as to develop their physical, mental and spiritual capacity; advance education in family life, in marriage and family relationships; and advance Christian religious education and training.
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 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,726,695 | £1,600,475 | £1,183,949 | £1,973,748 | £151,498 | 38 / 400 |
| 2023 | £1,528,340 | £1,430,518 | £1,060,549 | £1,847,528 | £97,383 | 39 / 200 |
| 2022 | £1,134,536 | £1,259,438 | £928,849 | £1,749,706 | £113,224 | 42 / 250 |
| 2021 | £1,035,817 | £1,057,761 | £708,964 | £1,874,608 | £142,078 | 38 / 305 |
| 2020 | £1,518,406 | £1,089,544 | £861,770 | £1,896,552 | £81,301 | 24 / 180 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hastings Community Trust
What does The Hastings Community Trust do?
The Objects of the Charity are to: advance the Christian faith; relieve persons who are in condition of need, hardship or distress; educate and assist young people through their leisure time activities so as to develop their physical, mental and spiritual capacity; advance education in family life, in marriage and family relationships; and advance Christian religious education and training.
How much income did The Hastings Community Trust report in 2024?
The Hastings Community Trust reported total income of £1.73m and reported expenditure of £1.60m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hastings Community Trust?
The Hastings Community Trust has a program ratio of 68.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hastings Community Trust registered as a charity?
The Hastings Community Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 2000 as charity number 1081252. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Hastings Community Trust?
The Hastings Community Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Rackstraw. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hastings Community Trust operate?
The Hastings Community Trust operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hastings Community Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Hastings Community Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081252.
Details
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HASTINGS
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Also Known As
- Kc Hastings
- Kings Church Hastings
- The Hastings Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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