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The Messengers

The Messengers provided support and encouragement to Christians in countries where they are restricted or persecuted in practicing their faith, with particular emphasis given to the needs of the tribal or minority groups. Financial funding has been provided for Myanmar/English bibles, the Hope of Children School in Dhaka, Rohingya refugees, flood victims and those affected by Covid.

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Activities & Mission

The Messengers provided support and encouragement to Christians in countries where they are restricted or persecuted in practicing their faith, with particular emphasis given to the needs of the tribal or minority groups. Financial funding has been provided for Myanmar/English bibles, the Hope of Children School in Dhaka, Rohingya refugees, flood victims and those affected by Covid.

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.

Show all 12 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£47,580
Latest Expenditure
£54,303

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 114.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 114.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£47,580
£54,3030 / 3
2024
£37,789
£39,7740 / 3
2023
£43,111
£49,4260 / 3
2022
£65,923
£72,8270 / 3
2021
£46,654
£49,0720 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Messengers

What does The Messengers do?

The Messengers provided support and encouragement to Christians in countries where they are restricted or persecuted in practicing their faith, with particular emphasis given to the needs of the tribal or minority groups. Financial funding has been provided for Myanmar/English bibles, the Hope of Children School in Dhaka, Rohingya refugees, flood victims and those affected by Covid.

How much income did The Messengers report in 2025?

The Messengers reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £54k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Messengers registered as a charity?

The Messengers was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 October 2019 as charity number 1185611. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Messengers?

The Messengers is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Jonathan Philip Walter. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Messengers operate?

The Messengers operates across 12 areas, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Messengers a registered charity?

Yes — The Messengers is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185611.

Details

Address
17 ROMAN PADDOCK
HARROLD
BEDFORD
MK43 7FR
Registration Date
3 October 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5133822
Charity Number
1185611

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Trustees

Dr Jonathan Philip Walter Chair
JOHN CHARLES IBBETT
Also governs 1 other charity
Nicola Margaret Walter
Philip Walter
RUTH WALTER
Also governs 1 other charity
Yolanda Alexandra Ibbett
Also governs 4 other charities

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