Charity registration number 1125822
A PASSION FOR LIFE
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
A PASSION FOR LIFE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
CONTENTS
| Legal and administrative information Trustees' Report Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Receipts and Payments Statement of Assets and Liabilities Notes to the Financial Statements |
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A PASSION FOR LIFE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
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Legal and administrative information
| Trustees | Mr B W O'Donoghue | |
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| Mr C C Dyer | ||
| Mr J S Shaw | ||
| Rev A W J Stevens | retired 22 September 2024 | |
| Mr A D Rees | appointed 22 September 2024 | |
| Ms E G Pitt | appointed 10 February 2025 | |
| Charity Number | 1125822 | |
| Principal Address | 14 Pasture Hill Road | |
| Haywards Heath | ||
| West Sussex | ||
| RH16 1LX | ||
| Independent Examiner | Mr C J Dadswell FCCA | |
| Chantry House | ||
| 22 Upperton Road | ||
| Eastbourne | ||
| East Sussex | ||
| BN21 1BF |
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Trustees' Report
The trustees present their Annual Report and the Financial Statements of the charity for the year ended 31 August 2025.
Constitution
A Passion For Life was converted to a CIO with the Charity Commission on 21 June 2024, having previously been registered as a charitable company from 10 September 2008. The charity registration number is 1125822 and formally the company number was 06671987.
Objectives and activities
a. Charitable objectives
The objects of the charity as set out in its governing document are:
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The advancement of the Christian faith in accordance with the Statement of Beliefs appearing in the Schedule
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hereto for the public benefit including
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(1) The resourcing and training of local churches and their members to engage in their community with the Christian gospel
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(2) To encourage and facilitate evangelical churches of any denomination to work together locally in such engagement.
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(3) When appropriate to co-ordinate local projects nationally to provide increased opportunities, encouragement review and learning for the future.
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(4) To resource such local involvement and national co-ordination for a project culminating in 2010.
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(5) From the experience of the project in (4) above to review and develop patterns for future work.
b. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
In alignment with its charitable object to advance the Christian Faith for the public benefit, A Passion for Life continued to support local churches in sharing the good news of eternal life through faith in Jesus. The message of Jesus Christ offers hope to all people regardless of age, ethnicity, wealth, social class, religious heritage and past conduct or experience of life. A Passion for Life continued to promote and make available training and resources to equip 100s of churches across the UK and beyond for the work of engaging with their local communities and sharing this good news of eternal life in Jesus.
The Trustees
Those who served during the year are as shown on Page 1.
Trustees are appointed by the existing trustees and are provided with appropriate training to undertake their role.
Public benefit
The Trustees have paid due regard to the public benefit guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake.
Review of activities
The year under review has been one of both challenge and remarkable progress for A Passion for Life. Across this twelve month period, the charity has focussed on two main areas of ministry. (1) Continued to develop a training framework for helping church leaders with developing a healthy and effective culture of evangelism culture in the local church. (2) Promoting and resourcing the LIFE ’26 nationwide gospel mission planned to begin in March 2026. By God’s grace, significant milestones have been achieved in leadership engagement, resource development, fundraising, and nationwide promotion.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Trustees' Report
Developing Evangelism Culture and Leadership Engagement
In the autumn of 2024, consultancy and training with church leaders continued, trialling and refining the evangelism culture framework with groups of church leaders in Bristol, Harpenden, Kensington, Norwich, and the Isle of Wight. Speaking engagements at Gospel Partnership gatherings, conferences, and local churches provided opportunities to promote the vision of A Passion for Life. The first Evangelism Forum, held in Oxfordshire, gathered around 30 leaders and evangelists for round table discussion on the future of evangelism in the UK. This event was well received, producing valuable insights and strengthening relationships with key leaders and networks. In October, the charity ran The Evangelism Conference for the first time with central venues in London and Edinburgh and livestreaming to 14 regional hubs. Over 600 people attended at one of the 16 venues, with positive feedback proving the value of the delivery model.
Strategic Planning and Advisory Board Formation
From December 2024, attention shifted towards the LIFE ’26 mission. A major development was the successful recruitment of a diverse Advisory Board of 23 leaders from across the UK. The initial meetings of the Board in March provided invaluable feedback on campaign identity options, shaping the final branding. Alongside this, planning began for the 2025 Evangelism Conference, with central venues secured in Edinburgh and London and Martin Durham confirmed as the main speaker.
Resource Development
A major focus during this period was the production of new Personal Witness Training modules. A diverse and gifted group of 18 presenters were recruited to deliver 29 sessions. By the end of August, all modules were filmed and scheduled for release in September, accompanied by a printed resource guide produced in partnership with the Good Book Company. Following their release, these resources have been warmly received and are already being used by churches to equip members for personal evangelism. Work also progressed on additional resources for the LIFE 26 mission, including campaign identity assets, advertising templates, promotional videos, evangelistic resources and mission-planning guidance.
Website Redevelopment and Subscription System
The ministry’s digital infrastructure was significantly strengthened with the redevelopment of the website and the launch of a subscription system in mid 2025. Despite technical challenges, the project was delivered below budget. By the end of August 2025, the first 60 or so churches from across the UK had subscribed to “Join the Mission,” alongside individual supporters, beginning to generate a new income stream. The new site now serves as a hub for resources, training materials, and mission promotion.
National Promotion and Partnerships
Promotion of LIFE ’26 has been extensive. APFL exhibited at major conferences including Bible by the Beach, Reach, EMA, Renew, and FIEC Leaders’ Conference, while also securing speaking slots and interviews. Partnerships have been developed with 10ofthose, the Good Book Company, and the Stream Collective to provide evangelistic resources and short form video content. A national poll conducted with Whitestone Insight has provided valuable data to inform local church mission planning. Monthly online prayer meetings have also been established, fostering prayer support across the regions.
Governance and Fundraising
Fund raising has been a major priority, with grants secured, donor pledges received, and digital campaigns run. These efforts enabled the commissioning of key projects and ensured financial stability. Charity governance has been maintained, with annual reports and accounts prepared and filed, and the transition to a CIO structure completed.
Conclusion
The Lord has graciously provided the resources, partnerships, and momentum needed to prepare for LIFE ’26. With churches now subscribing, resources in place, and national promotion underway, A Passion for Life enters the coming year with gratitude and anticipation, confident in God’s provision for the mission ahead.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Trustees' Report
Review of financial position
During the financial year ended 31 August 2025, the charity received income of £224,881 (2024: £62,086). Of this, £56,756 represented income to restricted funds (2024: £51,096). Expenditure for the year was £161,240 (2024: £78,911), of which £66,230 (2024: £46,943) was paid from restricted funds.
Overall the charity recorded a surplus of receipts over payments of £63,641 meaning that at 31 August 2025, A Passion For Life had cash assets of £91,379. This includes £8,678 (2024: £18,152) of restricted funds.
Risk management
The Trustees have considered the major risks that the charity may face and can confirm that systems have been established to mitigate them.
The trustees' report was approved by the board of Trustees
Mr J S Shaw Chairman of the Trust Board
Date: ……………………
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Independent Examiner's Report
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of A Passion For Life ('the CIO') for the year ended 31 August 2025, which are set out on pages 6-8.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the CIO you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the CIO’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act. In carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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(1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the CIO as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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(2) the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Mr C J Dadswell FCCA
Chartered Certified Accountant Caladine Limited Chantry House 22 Upperton Road Eastbourne BN21 1BF
Date:
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Receipts and Payments Account
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | |
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| 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | 2024 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Receipts from: | |||||||
| Donations and gifts | 136,627 | - | 136,627 | 7,588 | - | 7,588 | |
| Grants receivable | 20,000 | 54,000 | 74,000 | 1,740 | 51,096 | 52,836 | |
| Royalties | 126 | - | 126 | 16 | - | 16 | |
| Income from event bookings | 10,162 | 2,756 | 12,918 | 757 | - | 757 | |
| Interest receivable Total receipts Payments on: Advertising and promotional Bank charges Event and forum expenses Donations Wages and salaries Insurances Office/General administrative expenses Accountancy Legal and professional fees Project or event expenses |
1,210 168,125 2,050 95 1,240 - 27,966 754 3,475 1,020 1,242 |
- 56,756 - - 2,448 - 59,782 - - - - |
1,210 224,881 2,050 95 3,688 - 87,748 754 3,475 1,020 1,242 |
889 10,990 630 115 7,921 1,000 9,804 323 3,214 1,320 1,110 |
- 51,096 - - 14 - 46,930 - - - - |
889 62,086 630 115 7,935 1,000 56,734 323 3,214 1,320 1,110 |
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| Evangelism conference | 7,284 | - | 7,284 | - | - | - | |
| Other event costs | 237 | - | 237 | - | - | - | |
| 2026 Mission Brand Work | 8,000 | 4,000 | 12,000 | - | - | - | |
| Fundraising/2026 Mission promotion | 9,529 | - | 9,529 | - | - | - | |
| Website development | 4,800 | - | 4,800 | - | - | - | |
| Training resources production | 21,397 | - | 21,397 | - | - | - | |
| Printing, postage and stationery | - | - | - | 44 | - | 44 | |
| Website services | 2,594 | 2,594 | 1,663 | - | 1,663 | ||
| Training resources production | - | - | |||||
| Travel and accommodation expenses | 3,327 | - | 3,327 | 4,823 | - | 4,823 | |
| Total payments | 95,010 | 66,230 | 161,240 | 31,967 | 46,944 | 78,911 | |
| Transfers between funds | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Net receipts/(payments) | 73,115 | (9,474) | 63,641 | (20,977) | 4,152 | (16,825) | |
| Funds brought forward 1 September 2024 | 9,586 | 18,152 | 27,738 | 30,563 | 14,000 | 44,563 | |
| Funds carried forward 31 August 2025 | 82,701 | 8,678 | 91,379 | 9,586 | 18,152 | 27,738 |
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
| Cash Funds: Cash at bank and in hand Represented by: Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Liabilities Accountancy and Independent Examination fee PAYE |
2025 £ 91,379 82,701 8,678 91,379 1,080 1,301 2,381 |
2024 £ 27,738 9,586 18,152 27,738 1,020 - 1,020 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees
Mr J S Shaw Chairman of the Trust Board
Date: ……………………
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025
Notes To The Financial Statements
1 Accounting Policies
The Financial Statements have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis in accordance with Section 133 of the Charities Act 2011.
2 Donations
Donations are recognised when received by or on behalf of the charity.
3 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised in the year in which it is incurred and allocated to the appropriate category.
4 Funds
The charity operates a general fund for its activities. The charity also operates several restricted funds as
| Fund Name Ministry Director 2026 Mission Brand Work RGP Fund |
Brought forward 17,070 - 1,082 18,152 |
Receipts 50,000 4,000 2,756 56,756 |
Payments (59,782) (4,000) (2,448) (66,230) |
Transfers - - - - |
Carried forward 7,288 - 1,390 8,678 |
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Ministry director: Grants were received in the year to fund the appointment of a full-time Ministry Director. An appointment was made during the year which commenced on 1 September 2023. Salary costs of the Director will be set against this fund in future years,
2026 Mission Brand Work: This fund represents a restricted grant from Deo Gloria Trust specifically for the use of the development of the branding for Mission 2026. This was expended in the year.
RGP Fund: This is a small pot of money collected from the RGPs to cover incidental expenses incurred supporting the national network of RPGs.
5 Transactions with trustees and related parties
Total donations received from the trustees amounted to £nil (2024: £nil).