Religion Charities That specialise in Church or place of worship
Discover 17,295 Religion charities that specialise in church or place of worship. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral
Associations, ReligionTHE FRIENDS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL EXISTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF THE HISTORIC FABRIC OF THE CATHEDRAL, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIALLY FOR SPECIFIC NEW PROJECTS WITHIN THE CATHEDRAL PREMISES. ALL MEMBERS RECEIVE TWICE YEARLY MAILINGS, AND MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND LECTURES AND SOCIAL GATHERINGS, AND TO PURCHASE FRIENDS' MERCHANDISE.
The Liz And Terry Bramall Foundation
Economic and community development, ReligionThe charity supports, through grants, charitable organisations which promote Christian faith in accordance with the beliefs of the Church of England; promotes urban or rural regeneration in areas of social/economic deprivation for the benefit of the public, enhances the lives of those with illness;the advancement of health for public benefit;promotes the arts and promotes the advance of education.
London District Of The Methodist Church
ReligionPromotion of Christianity through the staging of events and support services for Methodist Churches in London.
Sarum College
Arts, Education, ReligionSarum College is an ecumenical study, conference and research centre. Our educational programme is organised in seven Sarum Centres of Learning. These Centres offer a variety of courses within our specialist areas of Christian Spirituality, Leadership, Ministry, Liturgy and Worship, Theology, Imagination and Culture and The Arts. Within the college is a bookshop and library.
The C3 Church
Religion, Social welfareTHE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH, THE WORSHIP OF GOD, THE PREACHING OF THE CHRISTIAN GOSPEL, THE TEACHING OF CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE AND PRINCIPLES, THE PASTORAL CARE OF CHRISTIAN PEOPLE. THE RELIEF OF PERSONS IN NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS OR WHO ARE AGED OR SICK. THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION ON THE BASIS OF CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES.
The Diocese In Europe Board Of Finance
ReligionThe company's principal activity is to promote, assist and advance the work of the Church of England in the Diocese in Europe.
College Of St Barnabas
Beneficiary group, Education, Housing, Professions, ReligionThe College of St. Barnabas was established in 1895 to provide retirement homes for Anglican Clergy, Church Workers, Readers licensed by a Bishop and their wives and widows. In 2005 those in communion with Church of England are included. There is also a care wing for those requiring care and medical support. The full objectives of the Charity can be found in the Memorandum of Association.
The Cathedral Church Of Saint Peter, Saint Paul And St Andrew In Peterborough
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, ReligionThe cathedral holds acts of worship every day, details of which can be found on the cathedral website www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk . Services are held in the cathedral. There is an extensive programme of education and outreach - about 7000 children visit the cathedral every year. We host a well being cafe and have extensive outreach into many of our communities, and are a music/events venue.
Charity For Roman Catholic Purposes Administered In Connection With The Congregation Of The Franciscan Missionary Sisters (littlehampton)
Beneficiary group, Health, Religion, Social careTo support the religious and other charitable works carried out by the order and by the Roman Catholic Church and others, through the provision of nursing and residential care and community care, missionary work overseas and the support of the Congregation itself.
The Catholic Sacred Arts Trust
Arts, ReligionPromoting the arts in the building and decoration of Catholic places of worship and prayer in England.Promoting the design and installation of sacred mosaics in Roman Catholic places of worship in England, in particular the vaults of Westminster Cathedral, using pre-renaissance Byzantine principles and methods.Promoting the singing of Gregorian chant in Roman Catholic places of worship
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue
Beneficiary group, Religion, SocietyThe Liberal Jewish Synagogue maintains a place for public religious worship, provides and conducts religious services, provides religious education for children and adults, facilities for the solemnisation of marriages, civil partnerships, mixed faith blessings and also for burials and cremations. The Synagogue also facilitates and encourages inter-faith activities.
Cathedral International - Assembly Of God
ReligionTHE HOLDING OF REGULAR WORSHIP SERVICES IN THE COMMUNITY TO PROMOTE THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT THROUGH THE CHRISTIAN FAITH.
Bristol And South Gloucestershire Circuit Of The Methodist Church
ReligionThe core purpose of the Bristol and South Gloucestershire Circuit of the Methodist church is to be a Discipleship Movement Shaped for changed. We do this through 4 key areas, Worship, Learning and Caring, Evangelism and Service.
Kerith Community Church
Beneficiary group, Health, ReligionThe Advancement of the Christian faith in accordance with the statement of faith.The relief of povertyThe advancement of educationThe advancement of mental and physical health of families and individuals through the provision of financial and practical support and counselling services.
Welcome Church
ReligionChurch based in Woking
Leeds South And West Methodist Circuit
ReligionWe are a Methodist Circuit created in 1/9/2015 covering 23 Methodist churches (including 5 local ecumenical partnerships) across the western half of the Leeds Metropolitan area.We aim to continue our life of witness in accordance with the Our Calling Priorities set out by the Methodist Church: Worship, Learning and Caring, Service, and Evangelism.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Luke Edgbaston Birmingham
ReligionChristian worship and outreach activities to the local community and further afield; open to all ages, creeds and cultures. Our main ministry is within the Birmingham area particularly that of the city centre.
Duke Of Lancaster's Foundation
Heritage, Professions, Religion(1)The maintenance and preservation for the public benefit of any monument, castle or other property of historical or architectural interest in the vicinity of the Duchy lands. (2)The advancement of the Christian faith by maintaining and supporting the Queen's Chapel of the Savoy and clergy whose livings are within the gift of the Duke of Lancaster.(3)Other such charitable purposes.
Ridley Hall, Cambridge
Beneficiary group, Professions, ReligionThe formation and training of men and women for ordained ministry in the Church of England and the Anglican Communion, together with the training of youth workers and pioneer ministers and the provision of continuing education for clergy and laity
The English Sangha Trust Limited
Health, Heritage, ReligionThe main object is the furthering the teaching of the Buddha in the UK. The Charity's main activity is the development, maintenance and upkeep of two Theravada Buddhist monasteries in the UK. These provide focal points for members of the public to learn or deepen their understanding of Buddhism. Typical activities include meditation classes and retreats, public talks and formal ceremonies.
Healing Jesus Campaign Lighthouse Chapel International
Charitable activities, ReligionACTIVITIES OF RELIGIOUS ORGANISATIONS
Vineyard Churches UK And Ireland
ReligionThe advancement of the Christian faith including missionary activities in the United Kingdom and overseas, including, but not limited to, the planting of new churches. This is achieved by planting new churches to provide public Christian worship, propogate Christian beliefs to bring hope and reason to those in need, spread ethical values to society as a whole, and contribute to social action
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester
ReligionTo advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England.To care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building.To advance any other charitable purposes.
Jewish Joint Burial Society
ReligionProvision of burial and cremation facilities to both members of synagogues, funeral subscribers and non-members.
Singh Sabha London East
ReligionSikhs religious place of worship, cultural get together.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many church-or-place-of-worship religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 17,295 registered church-or-place-of-worship religion charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the church-or-place-of-worship religion charities by income?
Canterbury Christ Church University is the largest by latest reported annual income (£353.8m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?
Church-or-place-of-worship religion charities reported a combined annual income of £15.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?
Across all church-or-place-of-worship religion charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 89.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?
Church-or-place-of-worship religion charities have an average annual income of £424k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.