Alive City Church
Financial statements
For the period ended 30 June 2025
Alive City Church
Contents of the Financial Statements For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
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| Charity information | 1 |
| Trustees report | 2 |
| Statement of trustees responsibilities | 5 |
| Independent examiner's report | 6 |
| Statement of financial activities | 7 |
| Balance sheet | 8 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 9 |
| The following pages do not form part of the statutory | accounts: |
| Detailed statement of financial activities (Unrestricted) | 11 |
Alive City Church
Charity Information
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
| CHARITY NUMBER: | 1169786 |
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| GOVERNING INSTRUMENT: | Foundation Model Constitution |
| REGISTERED OFFICE: | 31 Newstead Rise |
| Catherham | |
| CR3 6RS | |
| TRUSTEES: | Mr Lemuel Boateng |
| Mrs Golda Boateng | |
| Ms Isabelle Malou | |
| Ms Priscilla Williams-Silvera | |
| REPORTING ACCOUNTANTS: | RB Accountants |
| 26 Cheapside | |
| Wakefield | |
| West Yorkshire | |
| WF1 2TF | |
| BANKERS: | Santander UK Plc |
| 2 Triton Square | |
| Regent's Place | |
| London | |
| NW1 3AN |
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Alive City Church
Report of the Trustees
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 June 2025. The information set out on page 1 forms part of this report.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives for the current year were as follows:
Services for adults and children throughout the week to engage members and increase fellowship and understanding of the bible
- Hold weekly in person Sunday services to serve the local Purley community with energetic music and an inspiring message to encourage and uplift those who attend.
-Hold online and in person midweek groups such as bible studies, prayer meetings, women and men focussed groups to give people the space to explore and dive deeper in the bible and its teachings.
-Weekly Kids Church - providing young children between 3 - 10 years old teachings on the bible and once the first lockdown started giving them weekly opportunities to connect with other children, can and have fun together.
-Weekly Youth sessions - empowering, encouraging and equipping our youth members 11 - 18 years old to live full and active lives in Christ. Our youth leaders working closely with the young people with support from parents and guardians to discuss, learn and dive deep into all topics from a biblical perspective.
Provide support to the community through a variety of pastoral care initiatives and events
-Counselling including martial, mental health and young people
-Supporting individuals and families from the communities financially where required
-Community events around Christians holidays - Summer Family day, Summer Retreat, Carols Night & Easter Fair.
-Evangelism - members of the church going out on the streets speaking to the local community about their needs and how we can support them
-Prayer support - through in person and online prayer meetings
-Partnering with other local churches - running Christianity Explored for the local community to explore the Christian faith.
Objectives for the fourth-coming year are as follows:
-The holding of public worship services, prayer meetings, lectures, teachings, celebrations, conferences and other events
-The production and distribution of literature and other resources advancing the Christian faith
-The provision of youth empowerment initiatives, including mentoring, creative arts programmes, sports activities and music workshops
-The provision of family support services, including parenting programmes, food distribution, counselling, therapeutic and pastoral support
-Community engagement activities, including volunteering opportunities, local events and intergenerational programs.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
The charity's work has made a difference to the circumstances of its beneficiaries as; Alive City Church operates in Croydon, a borough facing significant challenges. Many young people are vulnerable to crime, exclusion and exploitation. Families are experiencing increasing economic hardship and widening social inequalities. Mental health and wellbeing concerns are growing, particularly among children, young people and parents who lack access to consistent support networks. These needs make Croydon a place where community-based services are essential. Our work directly responds to these challenges. Inspired by our belief that everyone has gifts, talents and purpose, we deliver youth empowerment programs such as mentoring, creative arts, sports events, music workshops and youth hangouts. We support families through parenting workshops, food distribution, counselling, therapy and practical financial assistance. We strengthen community connection through volunteering, local events and intergenerational programs, including community family fun days. Our education, skills and training activities include tutoring, academic support, employability programs, digital literacy, entrepreneurship workshops and personal development courses that help individuals progress in education, work and life.
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Alive City Church
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
Report of the Trustees
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
Our impact reflects our commitment. We have donated £14,090 to struggling families in our community, including £4,000 specifically to single mothers. More than 50 young people have engaged in our sports, music and mentoring programs, and we have organized four community sports days. This track record shows our dedication to serving Croydon and improving lives, all achieved with very limited external grant funding.
Our work has improved wellbeing, built resilience, reduced isolation and provided safe, positive pathways for local residents in a borough where these opportunities are urgently needed.
The charity's work has provided benefits to society as a whole as we have contributed £1,500 to local charities such as Purley Food Hub and the South East Cancer Help Centre and do a monthly food bank collection for the Purley Food Hub.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The charity has experienced a significant increase in activity during the year, reflected in both income and expenditure levels. Total income for the year amounted to £245,319, representing a substantial increase of 63% compared to the prior year. This growth is indicative of strengthened giving and increased participation of the church's activities and outreach.
Total expenditure for the year was £161,632; an increase of 37% on the previous year. This rise in expenditure is consistent with the increased level of activity and demonstrates that the charity has continued to invest in its charitable objectives while maintaining a control over costs.
As a result, the charity generated a net surplus of £83,687 for the year. The positive position reflects prudent financial management and provides a solid foundation for future sustainability. The surplus will contribute to strengthening reserves and may be designated to support ongoing projects.
Overall, the charity remains in a healthy financial position at the year end, The trustees are satisfied that the level of reserves is appropriate and that the charity is well placed to continue delivering its objectives in the forthcoming year.
RESERVES POLICY AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Projects, whether entailing capital or revenue expenditure, are not initiated until funding is committed. At present, donations are the main source of income for specific projects.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
In September 2025 we launched ProjectFive14, a capital vision to secure a permanent multi-use community facility in Croydon. The centre would include:
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-A worship auditorium (that can also be used for theatre for schools, performances, and community events)
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-A café and co-working space open to the wider public
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A gym and wellness facility
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-A nursery supporting young families
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-A Digital Academy equipping young people with future-ready skills
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-A sports centre for youth development and mentoring
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-Therapy and counselling rooms supporting emotional wellbeing
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-Facilities to support wider social care needs, including reconnecting estranged families
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-Flexible spaces for worship, discipleship, mentoring, and community gatherings
This is more than a building. It is a legacy project, a visible “city on a hill” serving the borough with faith and excellence. You can watch our vision in video form here.
Croydon faces real challenges around youth engagement, knife crime, family breakdown and social isolation. We believe the Church must be present, practical and positioned. Securing a permanent facility would allow us to expand structured programs and provide a safe, stable and visible community asset in the borough.
Since launching our vision in September 2025, we raised just over £107,000 through congregational giving and fundraising events towards this vision.
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Alive City Church
Report of the Trustees
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
ORGANISATION
The Church is a registered Charity under number 1169786. It is run by appointed trustees.
AGENTS AND ADVISORS
The reporting accounts are RB Accountants.
ACCOUNTS
The attached statement of account has been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011, the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (FRS 102), and the charity's governing document.
RECRUITMENT OF VOLUNTEERS
75 volunteers put themselves forward to volunteer in different teams after becoming members of the church once they have completed the two part membership class.
SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE TRUSTEES
………………………………………………………….. Golda Boateng - Trustee
Date:
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Alive City Church
Statement of Trustees' responsibilities
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
Charity law requires to prepare Financial Statements for each financial year which give a true view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of its financial activities for that period. In preparing those Financial Statements the Trustees are required to:
a) Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
b) Make judgments and estimates that are responsible and prudent.
c) Observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP.
d) Prepare the Financial Statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to assume that the Charity will continue operating.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and to enable them to ensure that the Financial Statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud or other irregularities.
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Alive City Church
Reporting accountants report to the Trustees of Alive City Church
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
I report on the accounts of the Charity for the period ended 30 June 2025 which are set out on pages 7 to 11.
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND REPORTING ACCOUNTANT
The Charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Charity's governing document. It is my responsibility to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
BASIS OF REPORTING ACCOUNTANTS REPORT
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the Accounts and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express any audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
REPORTING ACCOUNTANT'S STATEMENT
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements;
a) To keep accounting records in accordance with Section 130 of the Charities Act 2011; and
b) To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Act have not been met; or
to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Date: …………………………..
RB Accountants 26 Cheapside Wakefield WF1 2TF
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Alive City Church
Statement of Financial Activities
| Statement of Financial Activities | |
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| For the Period Ended 30 June 2025 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies Total income and endowments RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable activities Total resources expended NET INCOMING / OUTGOING RESOURCES |
Unrestricted Funds £ Restricted Funds £ Total Funds £ Prior Year Funds £ Notes 245,319 - 245,319 150,426 2 245,319 - 245,319 150,426 161,632 - 161,632 117,876 161,632 - 161,632 117,876 83,687 - 83,687 32,550 62,246 - 62,246 29,696 145,933 - 145,933 62,246 |
| BALANCE AT 1 JULY 2024 BALANCE AT 30 JUNE 2025 |
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Alive City Church
Balance Sheet
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
| Unrestricted Funds £ Restricted Funds £ FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 14,163 - CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 47,673 - Cash at bank 84,636 - 132,309 - CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 539 - NET CURRENT ASSETS 132,309 - TOTAL NET ASSETS 131,770 - INCOME FUNDS Restricted funds Unrestricted funds ………………………………………………………………………… These financial statements were approved by the Trustees on ……………...… |
Unrestricted Funds £ Restricted Funds £ 14,163 - 47,673 - 84,636 - |
Total Funds £ Prior Year Funds £ Notes 14,163 17,751 5 47,673 11,767 6 84,636 33,582 132,309 45,349 539 854 7 132,309 45,349 131,770 44,495 - - 145,933 62,246 145,933 62,246 Golda Boateng ……………… and signed on their |
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| 132,309 - |
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| 539 - |
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| 131,770 - |
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Alive City Church
Notes to the financial statements
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Accounting
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards, the statement of recommended practice, accounting by the Charities Act 2011.
a) Incoming Resources
Incoming resources are reported as gross.
b) Donations
Donations are credited in full to the financial statements on a cash basis.
c) Grants Receivable
Grants are recognised when receivable. Capital grants are treated as restricted fund income, revenue grants are treated as unrestricted fund income, unless they are for specific projects.
d) Direct Charitable Expenditure and Management and Administration Costs
Direct charitable expenditure comprises all expenditure directly relating to the objects of the charity. When necessary, costs are allocated between direct charitable expenditure and management and administration on an actual basis. Costs are recognised when the liability is incurred.
e) Fixed Assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost or estimated value in use.
f) Funds
Restricted funds represent capital project funds and revenue funds for specific projects.
g) VAT
Irrecoverable VAT is included in expenditure or the cost of assets acquired.
2. INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
| Grants Gifts and donations Offerings |
Unrestricted Funds £ Restricted Funds £ Total Funds £ Prior Year Funds £ 55,832 - 55,832 36,000 180,941 - 180,941 102,357 8,546 - 8,546 12,069 |
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| 245,319 - 245,319 150,426 |
3. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 30 June 2025 nor for the year ended 30 June 2024.
TRUSTEES' EXPENSES
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 30 June 2025 nor for the year ended 30 June 2024.
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Notes to the financial statements - continued
For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
4. STAFF COSTS
The average monthly number of employees during the year were as follows:
| 30.06.2025 30.06.2024 Volunteers during the year 75 45 No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. 5. FIXED ASSETS- INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT COST 30.06.2025 30.06.2024 Brought forward 37,798 29,103 Additions 1,133 9,802 Disposals - 1,107 - Carried forward 38,931 37,798 DEPRECIATION Brought forward 20,046 - 14,641 - Charge for the year 4,721 - 5,917 - Disposals - 512 Carried forward 24,767 - 20,046 - NET BOOK VALUE Brought forward 17,752 14,462 Carried forward 14,164 17,752 |
30.06.2025 30.06.2024 |
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| 75 45 |
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COST Brought forward Additions Disposals Carried forward DEPRECIATION Brought forward Charge for the year Disposals Carried forward NET BOOK VALUE Brought forward Carried forward |
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| 38,931 37,798 |
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| 20,046 - 14,641 - 4,721 - 5,917 - - 512 |
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| 24,767 - 20,046 - |
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| 17,752 14,462 |
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| 14,164 17,752 |
6. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Other debtors Trade debtors |
Unrestricted Funds £ Restricted Funds £ Total Funds £ Prior Year Funds £ 15,256 - 15,256 - 32,417 - 32,417 11,767 |
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| 47,673 - 47,673 11,767 |
7. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Accruals Leases & HP Trade creditors |
540 - 540 540 - - - 315 1 - 1 - 1 - |
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| 539 - 539 854 |
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Alive City Church
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities (Unrestricted) For the Period Ended 30 June 2025
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacies Grants Gifts and donations Offerings Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Raising donations and legacies Accountancy fees Admin and management costs Advertising Bank charges Bank loan interest Church equipment Cleaning Computer expenses Consultancy fee Depreciation Donations Entertaining Events External vendors Health and safety Insurance Kids church Motor expenses Pastor expenses Post and stationery Professional fees Profit/loss on sale of tang. FA Resources Storage Subscriptions Sundry expenses Telephone Training courses / conferences Travelling Venue hire Volunteer expenses Total resources expenses NET OUTGOINGS RESOURCES |
55,832 180,941 8,546 245,319 245,319 540 664 171 23 99 15,394 759 1,062 25,345 4,721 9,698 3,919 10,328 8,160 75 459 432 8,412 - 1,907 3,406 545 - 2,981 3,393 718 4,328 346 180 6,680 45,339 2,638 161,632 161,632 83,687 2025 |
55,832 180,941 8,546 245,319 245,319 540 664 171 23 99 15,394 759 1,062 25,345 4,721 9,698 3,919 10,328 8,160 75 459 432 8,412 - 1,907 3,406 545 - 2,981 3,393 718 4,328 346 180 6,680 45,339 2,638 161,632 161,632 83,687 2025 |
36,000 102,357 12,069 150,426 150,426 540 290 45 17 191 7,775 - 1,187 7,200 5,917 2,574 3,285 4,076 5,480 - 459 25 8,211 9,000 1,119 - 260 2,314 2,899 480 2,244 416 - 9,564 42,308 - 117,876 117,876 32,550 2024 |
36,000 102,357 12,069 150,426 150,426 540 290 45 17 191 7,775 - 1,187 7,200 5,917 2,574 3,285 4,076 5,480 - 459 25 8,211 9,000 1,119 - 260 2,314 2,899 480 2,244 416 - 9,564 42,308 - 117,876 117,876 32,550 2024 |
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| 245,319 | 150,426 | |||
| 245,319 | 150,426 | |||
| 83,687 | 32,550 | |||
| 161,632 | 117,876 | |||
| 161,632 | 117,876 | |||
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