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The Open Table Network

Enables Open Table communities for LGBTQIA people hosted by affiliated churches. Resources Open Table communities, churches, individuals, and the wider community, by providing signposting, training, events, materials and support. Maintains an online presence offering solidarity and signposting for LGBTQIA people. Works in partnership to share best practice and amplify marginalised voices.

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Activities & Mission

Enables Open Table communities for LGBTQIA people hosted by affiliated churches. Resources Open Table communities, churches, individuals, and the wider community, by providing signposting, training, events, materials and support. Maintains an online presence offering solidarity and signposting for LGBTQIA people. Works in partnership to share best practice and amplify marginalised voices.

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
£64,907
Latest Expenditure
£50,143

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.3%
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
£64,907
£50,1430 / 363
2023
£43,831
£43,5590 / 316
2022
£27,464
£35,3290 / 230
2021
£27,135
£32,0130 / 140

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Open Table Network

What does The Open Table Network do?

Enables Open Table communities for LGBTQIA people hosted by affiliated churches. Resources Open Table communities, churches, individuals, and the wider community, by providing signposting, training, events, materials and support. Maintains an online presence offering solidarity and signposting for LGBTQIA people. Works in partnership to share best practice and amplify marginalised voices.

How much income did The Open Table Network report in 2024?

The Open Table Network reported total income of £65k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Open Table Network registered as a charity?

The Open Table Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 2021 as charity number 1193868. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Open Table Network?

The Open Table Network is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Carol Anne Joyner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Open Table Network operate?

The Open Table Network operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Open Table Network a registered charity?

Yes — The Open Table Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193868.

Details

Address
LIVERPOOL PARISH CHURCH
OLD CHURCHYARD
LIVERPOOL
L2 8TZ
Registration Date
19 March 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5159965
Charity Number
1193868

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Trustees

Dr Carol Anne Joyner Chair
Andrew George Stewart
Craig Thomas Bailey JP
Neil Gordon Rees
Rev Aiyana Gardner-Houghton
Rev CALUM DUGALD FERGUSON CROMBIE
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Jayne Alison Taylor
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Rosemary Elizabeth Hill
Rev Yin-An Chen

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