Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom)
Also known as: Aid to the Church in Need (uk)
To advance the Christian religion by supporting and promoting the Church, especially in countries where Christians are suffering persecution or discrimination and to further the other charitable work of the Church by providing practical assistance and pastoral care for persons in need, especially those who are living in, or are refugees, from such countries.
Activities & Mission
To advance the Christian religion by supporting and promoting the Church, especially in countries where Christians are suffering persecution or discrimination and to further the other charitable work of the Church by providing practical assistance and pastoral care for persons in need, especially those who are living in, or are refugees, from such countries.
Grants
Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £10,157,931
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- religious activities
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,509,547 | £13,954,362 | £12,231,744 | £5,831,188 | £3,751,333 | 46 / 149 |
| 2024 | £12,249,124 | £11,344,763 | £9,826,499 | £6,280,371 | £5,092,499 | 41 / 20 |
| 2023 | £12,958,323 | £12,057,241 | £10,639,157 | £5,382,847 | £5,382,847 | 42 / 20 |
| 2022 | £12,149,467 | £10,712,474 | £9,403,261 | £4,482,583 | £4,482,583 | 38 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,246,817 | £12,017,300 | £10,881,239 | £3,039,789 | £3,039,789 | 33 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom)
What does Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) do?
To advance the Christian religion by supporting and promoting the Church, especially in countries where Christians are suffering persecution or discrimination and to further the other charitable work of the Church by providing practical assistance and pastoral care for persons in need, especially those who are living in, or are refugees, from such countries.
How much income did Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) report in 2025?
Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) reported total income of £13.51m and reported expenditure of £13.95m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) registered as a charity?
Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2003 as charity number 1097984. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom)?
Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY CHURCH FCA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) operate?
Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) operates across 97 areas, including Albania, Angola, Argentina and 94 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) a registered charity?
Yes — Aid To The Church In Need (united Kingdom) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097984.
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- 9 November 2026
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