Religion Charities That specialise in Religious ministry
Discover 717 Religion charities that specialise in religious ministry. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Holy Order Of Cherubim And Seraphim Church
ReligionTo support and assist in supporting:1. Religious ministers, evangelists and their agents2. All or any churches, missions charitable societies, associations, committees and causes conected with the church in United Kingdom and elsewhere3. Itinerant evangelical work
Biblica Europe Ministries Trust
ReligionBiblica is a worldwide organisation focusing on 3 core strategies of Bible translation, Bible Publishing and Bible Engagement. The mission statement is "transforming lives through God's word". The charity concentrates on carrying out these objectives in the UK and Continental Europe and also operates in other countries as included in A12 above.
Institute Of Charity
Beneficiary group, ReligionRosminian parish ministry;Chaplaincy; Retreat and Renewal; Overseas Missionary Work and Donations;Social and Pastoral work;Education;Publication and Communications;Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults;Support of members of the Congregation and their mission
Asialink
ReligionAsiaLink is a Christian mission agency connecting churches in the UK, Ireland and other countries with ministry among the unreached peoples of Asia. Our passion is the challenge of those who have little or no opportunity to hear the gospel.
Wec International
Arts, ReligionAdvancement of the Christian faith by means of evangelism and social action leading to the establishment of church communities which will do the same. WEC works worldwide, and particularly in places where no Christian Churches already exist.
Kingdom Faith Church
Arts, Associations, Religion, Social welfareThe principal activity of the Trust is the advancement of the Christian Faith.This is done through:*Mission and social activities locally, nationally and internationally*Communication of the message through publications, recordings and on television and radio*Hosting an annual summer camp and other conferences throughout the year*Communicating with supporters regularly
New Tribes Mission
ReligionMotivated by the love of Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, NTM in the UK, along with its worldwide partners, exists to assist the ministry of the local church through the mobilising, equipping and coordinating of missionaries to evangelise unreached people groups, translate the Scriptures and see indigenous New Testament churches established that truly glorify God.
Riverside Vineyard Christian Fellowship
Beneficiary group, Environment, Religion, Social welfareProviding a place for worship, training and outreach as a church based in Feltham but serving a wide area. Involvement in a wide range of activities designed to meet the needs of local communities such as refugees and asylum seekers. The work includes groups for mothers and babies, a storehouse ministry providing food and clothing and work with youth.
The Sons Of The Sacred Heart Of Jesus
Housing, Religion, Social welfareTo promote the missionary ideal at home and abroad and to train suitable personnelTo promote missionary partnership in the home (northern hemisphere) countries.Religious activitiesRelief of poverty
The Luis Palau Evangelistic Team
ReligionWorking in partnership with Churches and para church organisations we organise innovative ways of serving communities and sharing the Gospel to advance the evangelical Christian faith in the United Kingdom and throughout the world.
Congregational Federation
Beneficiary group, ReligionMinisterial and lay training; assisting with pastoral settlements; ministry with youth; childrens work; pension and life cover; ecumenical relationships; mission initiatives including its partnership with Council for World Mission; advice on administration and finance
Spicma
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, ReligionSPICMA reaches out to the poorest and most marginalized in the developing world; to be open to the needs of small communities and individuals who neither fulfil the criteria nor have any way of approaching the larger agencies;minimising bureaucracy, and maintaining direct personal links with both recipients and donors; and to minimise administration costs and making use of willing volunteers
Church Extension Association (incorporated)
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe Association aims to continue its outreach and ministry through the Sisters who live at the properties that it owns, and those locations where it operates and through out the world.
Thurrock Christian Fellowship
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfareThe worship of GodThe instruction and edification of ChristiansThe care and Christian instruction of young people and childrenThe evangelism of non-christiansThe relief of poverty and sicknessThe advancement of the Christina faith generally in the UK and abroad
Birmingham Christian College
Education, ReligionThe Birmingham Christian College is an evangelical college which focuses on Jesus Christ alive in His church. It offers a flexible training and teaching environment for adults from a wide diversity of backgrounds. By balancing teaching, practical hands-on experience and personal develoment, it has become noted for its ministry and vision for renewal through the Holy Spirit
Nottingham Roman Catholic Diocesan Youth Service
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe charity's aim is to help and educate young people to develop their physical, mental, moral and spiritual activities and capacities. Three principal activities to achieve this are: The provision of residential and day retreat experiences at the Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre. The provision of an outreach ministry. Training, resourcing and advice for youth ministry in the Diocese .
New Life Church Congleton
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfareChurch services; Christian courses and events; youth work; children's work; pre-school; coffee shop and bookshop; counselling; operation of community centre; schools' work; community work; assisting homeless people; weddings and funerals; support for overseas missionaries and aid workers; assisting people with addictions; providing food parcels and furniture for the destitute.
Ground Level Ministry Team
ReligionThe principle activity is the advancement of the Christian Faith, by promoting, supporting and encouraging the church by any means whatsoever including the preaching and proclamation of the Christian Gospel, along with the pastoral care of people and those in leadership within the church.
The Society Of Mary And Martha
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionSupport for people in ministry at times of stress or crisis. Retreat and education resources open to everyone. Self-catering accommodation for schools, churches, community, family and special needs groups.
The South American Mission Society
Religion, SocietyEvangelistic mission through: People in Mission,supporting people in cross-cultural mission. Mission Grants,support for key projects and ministries. Leadership Formation,Investing in Christian leaders of the future.
Synod Of German-Speaking Lutheran, Reformed And United Congregations In Great Britain
ReligionThe Synod is established to advance the protestant Christian religion, in particular among German-speakers in Great Britain. It fosters solidarity between Congregations and a common approach to questions of Christian faith and life. The Synod provides Congregations with ministers, advice, training and oversight.
Emmanuel Christian School Oxford
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionThe advancement of education by the establishment and maintenance of non-denominational day schools which are operated as evangelical christian non-profit making Schools for children to be managed and administered as charitable foundations.At present this includes Emmanuel Christian School, Oxford: an independent primary school situated in Littlemore for children aged 3-11 years old.
Worldshare
Religion, Saving of livesIn the world's neediest places, WorldShare partners with local Christians in their vision to bring about social and spiritual transformation to their communities. With a focus on evangelism, WorldShare funds and supports the provision of education, healthcare, building communities, tackling justice and disaster relief.
Danish Young Women's Christian Association In London
Associations, Beneficiary group, Housing, ReligionThe Charity's object is to advance the Evangelical-Lutheran faith with the principle aim of offering a Danish support network for young Danes in London in co-operation with the Danish Church in London, based on the Evangelical-Lutheran faith. As part of DSUK the Charity seeks to achieve its aim through providing a Christian home and meeting place for young Danes in the UK.
Radstock Ministries
Religion, Social welfareThe advancement of the Christian faith through a network of local churches, as well as the alleviation of poverty through social action programmes linked to the charity and churches involved in the network.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many religious-ministry religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 717 registered religious-ministry religion charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the religious-ministry 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 religious-ministry religion charities?
Religious-ministry religion charities reported a combined annual income of £5.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for religious-ministry religion charities?
Across all religious-ministry religion charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 90.7%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of religious-ministry religion charities?
Religious-ministry religion charities have an average annual income of £717k. 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.