Church Urban Fund
Church Urban Fund works to catalyse social action and bring about positive change in lives and communities across England. Through a combination of community-based projects, capacity-building support and research and policy activity, we work with churches and a wide range of partners towards our goal of seeing people and communities flourish and enjoy life in all its fullness.
Activities & Mission
Church Urban Fund works to catalyse social action and bring about positive change in lives and communities across England. Through a combination of community-based projects, capacity-building support and research and policy activity, we work with churches and a wide range of partners towards our goal of seeing people and communities flourish and enjoy life in all its fullness.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 80% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 366). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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 | £3,015,994 | £3,778,706 | £3,318,280 | £3,358,061 | £3,358,061 | 36 / 30 |
| 2024 | £3,753,802 | £3,606,088 | £3,209,418 | £4,049,745 | £3,014,042 | 29 / 30 |
| 2023 | £3,969,688 | £3,448,009 | £2,989,574 | £3,826,031 | £2,774,863 | 32 / 30 |
| 2022 | £4,570,412 | £3,298,429 | £2,694,231 | £3,304,352 | £3,304,352 | 29 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,129,566 | £6,254,514 | £4,176,081 | £2,032,339 | £1,287,744 | 37 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Church Urban Fund
What does Church Urban Fund do?
Church Urban Fund works to catalyse social action and bring about positive change in lives and communities across England. Through a combination of community-based projects, capacity-building support and research and policy activity, we work with churches and a wide range of partners towards our goal of seeing people and communities flourish and enjoy life in all its fullness.
How much income did Church Urban Fund report in 2025?
Church Urban Fund reported total income of £3.02m and reported expenditure of £3.78m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Church Urban Fund?
Church Urban Fund has a program ratio of 110.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 80% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 366 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Church Urban Fund registered as a charity?
Church Urban Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 September 1987 as charity number 297483. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Church Urban Fund?
Church Urban Fund is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher James Cummings. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Church Urban Fund operate?
Church Urban Fund operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Church Urban Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Church Urban Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 297483.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated