Churches in Communities International

Churches in Communities International is a UK nonprofit organisation registered as a charity in England and Wales with the charity number 1139043. It is also registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee (No. 07299802).

Purpose and Activities

The organisation provides accreditation, accountability, recognition, representation, and mutual support to independent member churches, ministries, chaplaincies, networks, and their ministers in matters related to the Christian faith. It advances the Christian faith, provides relief of poverty, and promotes the efficiency and effectiveness of Christian charities[2][4].

Operations

Churches in Communities International operates in several countries including Barbados, Ghana, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Uganda, as well as within the UK (specifically in England and Wales)[5].

Financial Overview

As of the latest available data for the financial year ending 30 September 2023, the charity reported a total income of £113,618 and a total expenditure of £121,615[2]. In an earlier financial year (ending September 2020), their income was £101,313[5].

Governance

The charity is governed by a board of trustees, which includes prominent figures such as Rev Dr Hugh Osgood, Rev Noel McLean, Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins, Rev Trevor Howard, Rev Steve Woodcock, and Pastor Kofi Banful[3].

Volunteers and Employees

The organisation relies on a substantial team of volunteers, with 60 volunteers noted, and as of the last filings, there were no employees with total benefits exceeding £60,000[2].

[1] https://www.cicinternational.org [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5011598 [3] https://www.cicinternational.org/legal-status [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5011598/full-print [5] https://ngoexplorer.org/charity/1139043