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World Prayer Centre

Also known as: Prayer Centre, Wpc

To encourage the practice and development of prayer through:- teaching in churches and Christian agencies- prayer conferences both in the UK and other nations- days of prayer in Birmingham City Centre- the prayer strategy for UK and Ireland- WPC regular news and prayer updatesThe focus is Birmingham, the nation and the nationsMore details are on the web site and our report

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Activities & Mission

To encourage the practice and development of prayer through:- teaching in churches and Christian agencies- prayer conferences both in the UK and other nations- days of prayer in Birmingham City Centre- the prayer strategy for UK and Ireland- WPC regular news and prayer updatesThe focus is Birmingham, the nation and the nationsMore details are on the web site and our report

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
£104,523
Latest Expenditure
£98,660

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.4%
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
£104,523
£98,6600 / 6
2023
£113,469
£128,0620 / 5
2022
£98,497
£140,8920 / 4
2021
£216,367
£144,2360 / 4
2020
£127,851
£152,1780 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about World Prayer Centre

What does World Prayer Centre do?

To encourage the practice and development of prayer through:- teaching in churches and Christian agencies- prayer conferences both in the UK and other nations- days of prayer in Birmingham City Centre- the prayer strategy for UK and Ireland- WPC regular news and prayer updatesThe focus is Birmingham, the nation and the nationsMore details are on the web site and our report

How much income did World Prayer Centre report in 2024?

World Prayer Centre reported total income of £105k and reported expenditure of £99k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was World Prayer Centre registered as a charity?

World Prayer Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1998 as charity number 1072222. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs World Prayer Centre?

World Prayer Centre is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sheila Hendley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does World Prayer Centre operate?

World Prayer Centre operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is World Prayer Centre a registered charity?

Yes — World Prayer Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1072222.

Details

Address
World Prayer Centre
167 Newhall Street
Birmingham
B3 1SW
Registration Date
30 October 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3954869
Charity Number
1072222

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Trustees

Sheila Hendley Chair
IAN COLE
Also governs 1 other charity
Joanne Blower

Also Known As

  • Prayer Centre
  • Wpc

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