Religion Charities That specialise in Church or place of worship
Discover 4,027 Religion charities that specialise in church or place of worship. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Newcastle Diocesan Board Of Finance
Economic and community development, Education, ReligionThe objects of the charity are to hold real and personal property for purposes connected with the Church of England and to transact business in connection with the Church of England and the Diocese. The charity is responsible for the collection, custody, disbursement and account of the Diocesan Synod's funds and the employment of all persons in receipt of salaries paid directly from those funds.
International Fellowship Of Evangelical Students
Education, ReligionIFES is a movement of students sharing and living out the good news of Jesus Christ. Locally. Nationally. Globally.IFES works in more than 170 countries to establish and support student-led indigenous Christian movements.Our vision is to see students built into communities of disciples, transformed by the gospel and impacting the university, the church and society for the glory of Christ
The United Reformed Church (southern Synod) Trust Limited
ReligionIts object is to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the doctrine, principles and usages of the United Reformed Church, particularly in the Southern Synod.It has achieved this by continuing to act as Corporate Trustee and Agent for the Southern Synod of The United Reformed Church by holding properties and assets as nominee and handling income and expenditure.
The Khoja Shia Ithnaasheri Muslim Community Of London
Religion, Social welfareThe objects for which the Charity has been established is to promote and advance the Islamic Religion in accordance with the principles of the Shia Ithna-Asheri Sharia and to provide for the relief of poverty among Muslims of the Shia Ithna-Asheri faith.
The Church Army
Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, ReligionWe are a mission-focused community of people transforming lives and neighbourhoods through the work of evangelists, staff and volunteers. We are committed to sharing the Christian faith through words and action in a variety of contexts across the British Isles and Ireland. Our evangelists and staff work beyond church buildings among some of the most broken, rejected and hurting people in society.
The Truro Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited
ReligionPromoting and assisting the works, objects and purposes of the Church of England, the advancement of the Christian religion in the Diocese of Truro and, in particular organising and providing funds for various departments of the Church's work.
The Llandaff Diocesan Board Of Finance
Professions, ReligionFINANCING THE PROVISION OF PAROCHIAL CLERGY WITHIN THE DIOCESE OF LLANDAFF, PART OF THE CHURCH IN WALES, AND OTHER PURPOSES WITHIN THE MISSION AND MINISTRY OF THE CHURCH IN WALES IN THE DIOCESE OF LLANDAFF
The Mercers Charitable Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Housing, ReligionGrant making programmes for:1. Young People and Education;2. Older People and Housing;3. Church and Communities.
The Apostolic Church
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe aim of The Apostolic Church is to spread the Christian gospel within the United Kingdom through its network of local churches. This includes traditional Sunday services and a variety of local church activities involving children, youth and adults. Also the Church provides regular financial support to missionaries in a number of other countries.
The St Asaph Diocesan Board Of Finance
ReligionThe Charity funds the church and parish structure within the Diocese. there is a church in each parish and, as well as offering worship, the church reaches out in ministry and service to the local community.
New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union
Arts, Health, Housing, ReligionPublic promotion of Kadampa Buddhism throughout the world, by supporting the development of Kadampa Buddhist Centres throughout the world; by publishing and distributing books on Kadampa Buddhism; by training teachers of Kadampa Buddhism; and by maintaining a year-round programme of Buddhist teachings and meditation at the charity's home premises.
St. John's Foundation Est. 1174
Health, Housing, ReligionThe provision of almshouse accommodation for people resident in Bath and the surrounding area who are over 65 years of age and who are in financial need as well as providing grants and financial support to individuals and organisations within the Bath area for those in need.
Federation Of Synagogues
ReligionThe Federation of Synagogues provides places of worship, facilities for education and orthodox burial for its members. It maintains a Beth Din and provides Rabbis and Ministers. It is involved in the supervision and provision of food serving the Jewish public by facilitating the provision of Kosher Food.
St Vincent's Charitable Trust
Health, Housing, Religion, Social careThe charity runs St. Vincent's Nursing Home in Eastcote, Pinner, Middlesex, a Care Home built to a very high standard that can cater for up to 60 residents all with en-suite facilities. The Home especially caters for residents with a religious background, having an integrated chapel on site where Mass is celebrated frequently, but freely admits residents of all faiths.
Bow Arts Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareBow Arts provides over 400 artists with affordable, secure and creative workspace across east London. It manages an exciting London-wide education programme, improving the lives and attainment of thousands of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Bow Arts also runs a contemporary exhibition space - the Nunnery Gallery - and a varied events and community engagement programme.
Stewards Company LTD
Education, ReligionTHE PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE TO ACT AS OWNER OR AS CUSTODIAN TRUSTEE OF VARIOUS CHARITABLE PROPERTIES, MAINLY USED AS PLACES OF WORSHIP AND SITUATED EITHER IN THE UNITED KINGDOM OR OVERSEAS AND TO ACT AS ADMINISTRATIVE TRUSTEE OF A NUMBER OF CHRISTIAN CHARITABLE TRUSTS INCLUDING THE J.W. LAING TRUST AND THE J.W. LAING BIBLICAL SCHOLARSHIP TRUST.
St Davids Diocesan Board Of Finance
ReligionTo enable the Christian ministry of the Church in Wales in the Diocese of St Davids
Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionProvision of buildings and facilities for the places of worship and educational institutions predominantly for the Sikh community. Health, fitness and recreational facilities for the elderly and youth in the entire community.
Church Of God Of Prophecy Trust
Charitable activities, Housing, ReligionThe advancement of religion in accordance with the beliefs and practices of the Church of God of Prophecy, and to promote and assist the charitable work and purposes of the Church in the United Kingdom, and in particular to organise and provide funds in the aid of charitable work of the Church at home and abroad.
Shri Venkateswara (balaji) Temple Of The United Kingdom
ReligionTo promote the advancement of Hindu religion.
The Little Way Association
Charity and VCS support, Religion, Social welfareTo encourage devotion to St Therese of Lisieux and to spread knowledge of her spirituality of love and trust in God our Father. To raise funds to help the missionary work of the Catholic Church overseas especially projects for the poor, sick, deprived and marginalised.
Swansea And Brecon Diocesan Board Of Finance
Professions, ReligionTo support the Ministry and Mission of the Church in Wales, particularly in the Diocese of Swansea and Brecon, as carried out through its Bishop, Clergy and Laity.
Trent Vineyard
ReligionGod has called us to build a biblical, growing, & diverse church in Nottingham, which will, in a creative & contemporary way, in the power of the Holy Spirit, worship God & communicate the gospel with compassion and generosity. We aim to make, train, & equip disciples to be effective in the extending of God's Kingdom, to develop leaders, to plant new churches, & to contribute to the body of Christ
Church Urban Fund
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, ReligionChurch 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.
Release International
ReligionTo provide practical and spiritual support to persecuted Christians overseas.To inform and educate the UK Church about the persecution of Christians overseas.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many church-or-place-of-worship religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 4,027 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?
Oasis Charitable Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£344.5m). 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 £5.7bn 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 £701k. 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.