For the Financial Year Ending 23rd May 2024
Third Watch UK – Annual Return
Charity Information
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Charity Name: Third Watch UK
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Charity Registration Number: 1201297
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Registered Address: 90, Zangwill Road, SE3 8EU
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Charity Contact Email: admin@3rdwatch.org
Trustees Details (as of 23rd May 2024)
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Three Trustees Confirmed as Active : Yes
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Trustee Updates ? Yes
Trustee Changes
During this reporting period, we experienced a transition within our Board of Trustees. Hazvineyi Jambawo officially stepped down from their role, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude for their dedication and valuable contributions to Third Watch UK. Their commitment has played a significant role in advancing our mission, and we wish them every success in their future endeavours.
We are pleased to welcome Gideon Uzoagwa to as a member of the Board of trustee and the new Chair. With extensive experience in community outreach and governance and a strong background in management and Data Governance , He brings valuable insight and leadership that will strengthen our governance and enhance our impact. Their passion for sharing the gospel and empowering lives aligns well with our mission, and we look forward to their contributions in the years ahead.
These changes reflect our ongoing commitment to strong governance and strategic leadership as we continue to serve our community effectively.
Current Trustees:
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Gideon Uzoagwa (Chairperson)
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Temitope Ademola (Treasurer)
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Isimat Temitayo (Secretary)
Financial Summary
| Financial Summary | |
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Category |
Amount (£) |
| Total Income (Donations, Gifts, Others) | 9,630 |
| Total Expenditure (Charity Activities, Admin, Other Costs) | 5,574 |
Third Watch UK as a Charity has operated within financial limits and remains solvent.
Public Benefit Statement
Third Watch UK exists to promote the gospel of Jesus Christ through evangelism, discipleship, and charitable giving.
In 2022/2024, we successfully:
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Hosted over 40 gospel evangelism outreach activities across UK in cities such as London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Manchester to name a few, reaching over 50,000 + people.
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Provided discipleship and spiritual growth training to 50+ individuals.
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Donated 500 essential care packages to children and adults in hospitals, hospices, homeless shelter and street through The Compassion Project.
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Christmas Outreach
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Easter Love Outreach
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Gave discipleship resources such as bibles, books, children story books to a 2,000+ people across our outreach locations.
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Successfully hosted weekly online bible studies reaching out to families.
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Successfully held a family retreat and life’s were transformed and souls were won to the body of Christ.
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Continued to pray and intercede for UK, Europe, the world, government, body of Christ, etc. online 6 hours a week. Prayer focus include peace and revival.
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Mentoring and counselling of people on marriage, career and spirituality.
Our activities have positively impacted individuals by strengthening their faith, providing essential support, foods, toiletries, meeting their basic needs and fostering a sense of community. Our activities and projects also serves as a means of meeting people’s individual needs as well as showing and spreading the love of Jesus Christ beyond the walls of our face to face events or online meetings.
The charity has complied with its governing document and charity law.
Third Watch UK is committed to advancing the Christian faith and demonstrating Christ’s love through evangelism, discipleship, bible study, group prayer, retreats, meetings, seminars and charitable outreach across the United Kingdom. Our mission is to provide both spiritual support and practical assistance to communities, ensuring that our work aligns with the Charity Commission’s public benefit requirements .
How Third Watch UK Provides Public Benefit
Third Watch UK has been compliant in the execution of its public benefit responsibility by supporting Christians, pastors and churches in the UK as a platform free for people to join in our prayer, bible studies, evangelism activities and engage in a number of social and charitable functions.
In planning our charity activities for the year, trustees had given careful consideration to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit, and the specific guidance for charities for the advancement of religion in particular. Therefore, Third Watch UK is committed in its efforts of supporting Christians, churches, public regardless of religion and belief and providing theoretical and practical training for individual, Pastors, Ministers, church members and Leaders in Ministry on evangelism. On occasion supported individuals with resources needed to evangelise and reach out to the public and this include leaflets, bibles, books, microphone and speaker for the advancement of the Christian religion.
1. Advancing the Christian Faith (Spiritual Well-being & Education)
We conduct city-wide evangelistic outreaches, faith-based events, and discipleship programs to equip individuals and churches with biblical knowledge, evangelism training and spiritual growth opportunities. In 2022/2024:
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We reached over 50,000 people through gospel outreaches across the UK.
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We distributed 60,000+ gospel tracts, over 150 books and over 200 Bibles to people.
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Our discipleship programmes supported over 150 individuals, helping them grow in faith, character, and purpose.
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We organized 3 major Family retreats attended by families from diverse backgrounds, providing faith-based education and community engagement.
Through these activities, we meet the public benefit requirement by promoting moral and ethical development, fostering community cohesion, and providing education on Christian values that encourage positive contributions to society.
2. Providing Charitable Relief to the Less Privileged (Meeting Social & Practical Needs)
Through The Compassion Project, Third Watch UK actively supports sick and terminally ill children and adults in the hospitals and hospices, homeless people and families facing hardship by providing essential resources such as food, clothing, toiletries and support. In 2023:
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We donated essential items (toys, clothes, toiletries, baby wipes, pampers, food, children story books, etc.) to children in hospitals and hospices.
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We partnered with an institutions to strengthen our efforts and ensure aid was delivered effectively.
These efforts align with the Charity Commission’s guidance by directly addressing public needs, reducing poverty and hardship, and ensuring that our work benefits the wider community, particularly those most in need.
Compliance with Charity Commission Rules
In line with the Charity Commission regulations, Third Watch UK:
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Operates exclusively for charitable purposes, ensuring that all income is used for public benefit.
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Maintains transparency and accountability, with regular trustee meetings.
Conclusion
Third Watch UK remains committed to serving communities across the UK, ensuring that our activities continue to meet the public benefit requirement by addressing both spiritual and practical needs. Through faith-based initiatives, social action, and community-driven projects, we continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families nationwide.
Declaration & Submission
Submitted on: 12th March 2025 Submitted by: Gideon Uzoagwa (Chairperson) on behalf of the trustees I confirm that this information is accurate and that the charity remains active and compliant.