Tough Talk
To advance the Christian faith by holding meetings in prisons, schools, colleges and churches.Charity members use powerlifting demonstrations as a backdrop to presenting how their faith in Jesus Christ has resulted in their turning their backs on lives of crime, violence and drug abuse.New Testaments, books and DVDs are distributed at all meetings.
Activities & Mission
To advance the Christian faith by holding meetings in prisons, schools, colleges and churches.Charity members use powerlifting demonstrations as a backdrop to presenting how their faith in Jesus Christ has resulted in their turning their backs on lives of crime, violence and drug abuse.New Testaments, books and DVDs are distributed at all meetings.
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.
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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 | £79,000 | £64,000 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £64,834 | £60,385 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £51,641 | £61,432 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £49,042 | £44,364 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2020 | £60,838 | £61,712 | 0 / 4 |
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Frequently asked questions about Tough Talk
What does Tough Talk do?
To advance the Christian faith by holding meetings in prisons, schools, colleges and churches.Charity members use powerlifting demonstrations as a backdrop to presenting how their faith in Jesus Christ has resulted in their turning their backs on lives of crime, violence and drug abuse.New Testaments, books and DVDs are distributed at all meetings.
How much income did Tough Talk report in 2024?
Tough Talk reported total income of £79k and reported expenditure of £64k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Tough Talk registered as a charity?
Tough Talk was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 February 2001 as charity number 1084886. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Tough Talk?
Tough Talk is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ARTHUR GEORGE WHITE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tough Talk operate?
Tough Talk operates across 10 areas, including Canada, Germany, Hong Kong and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Tough Talk a registered charity?
Yes — Tough Talk is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084886.
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