Annual Return - Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO)
1. Basic Information
Charity Name: RESTORATION BIBLE CHURCH & MINISTRIES UK Charity Registration Number: 1206387 Financial Year: 4 January 2024 – 28 February 2025 Date Submitted: 29 October 2025 Submitted by: Dr. Afolabi
Charity Type: Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) Income Band: Under £10,000
Address: The Spike, Warren Road, Guildford, GU13JH
Trustees during the year: 1. Ifedayo Afolabi
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Olufemi Ogunbanwo
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Sharon Bolanta
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Tumininu Ifedayo Afolabi
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Omotolani Shittu
Bank Account: Lloyds & Last 4 digits of account number:6960
2. Trustees’ Annual Report
A. Objectives and Activities
Our charity exists to:
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The advancement of the Christian Faith for the benefit of the entire public in the United Kingdom, in particular but not exclusively by the provision of a Christian church, a place of worship, the broadcasting of Christian messages and music.
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The relief of sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind, including through the provision of counselling and support in such parts of Guildford, Surrey and the United Kingdom as the trustees from time to time may think fit.
-The provision and maintenance of facilities for the benefit of the community of the Guildford, Surrey and the United Kingdom which facilities may without limitation include the provision of services and meetings, lectures and classes and other forms of education, training in life coaching, recreation and leisure-time occupation without distinction of race, sex, political, religious or other opinion and with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants as the trustees may from time to time in their discretion
determine.
During this financial year, our activities included:
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Hosting: 2 major faith building community workshops.
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Supporting 85 beneficiaries through scheduled annual meetings.
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All activities were carried out in line with our charitable objectives and provided clear public benefit, as required by the Charity Commission.
B. Achievements and Performance
In 2024, we:
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Engaged approximately 105 participants in four annual faith strengthening meetings.
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Distributed 85 food packs, 2 groceries support, 2 temporary accommodation support for the meeting attendance, 1 educational materials.
Although operating on a small budget, we achieved measurable impact within our community through volunteer-led initiatives.
C. Financial Review
Total Income: £5,010 Total Expenditure: £5,029 Net Deficit: £19
Funds were primarily raised through:
- Individual donations: £5,010
Main expenses included:
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Monthly Rent for 12 months: £2,388
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Programme costs: £2,135.5
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Insurance costs: £55.20
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Social Media Engagement/ Adverts costs: £450
At year-end, our closing bank balance was £2,063.40.
The trustees consider the financial position satisfactory given our current level of activity.
D. Reserves Policy
Given our modest income, we aim to maintain a minimum reserve of £500–£1,000 to cover essential operational costs.
E. Plans for the Next Financial Year
For 2025, we plan to:
- Expand our outreach by reaching more people through social media engagements and
physical meetings.
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Need based support to economically disadvantaged people
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Distribution of instructional faith based materials
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Festive season Community Outreach
F. Structure, Governance, and Management
The charity is governed by its CIO Constitution, adopted on 5[th] August, 2023 The board of trustees meets annually and oversees all strategic and financial decisions.
Declaration
We confirm that:
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The above statements are a true and fair record of the charity’s receipts and payments.
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The charity operated solely for its charitable purposes during the financial year.
Signed on behalf of the trustees:
Name: Dr. Ifedayo Afolabi
Position: Chair
Date: 29 October, 2025