Religion Charities
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St John's Church Bells Restoration And Maintenance Fund
Arts, Heritage, ReligionTo finance the maintenance and improvement of Lytham, St John's bells to enable the bells to be rung for services, weddings, funerals, national and local celebrations to proclaim a Christian witness in the Parish and wider community. Also to ensure the bells remain in ringable condition to enable new ringers of all ages and from all sections of the community to be encouraged to learn bell ringing.
The Marcella And Claude Digby Charitable Trust
ReligionAwards made to registered charities connected with the Catholic Church
Christ Church Church Of England Jmi School Parent Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, ReligionChrist Church School Parent Staff Association makes grants to Christ Church School
Beckenham And Penge Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionTo promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme and in accordance with the principles, ethos and practices of the Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC)
The Green Pastures Christian Centre
ReligionThe object of the charity is to promote the Christian gospel and to provide a place for Christians of all denominations to meet for fellowship, prayer and teaching.
St John's C Of E School Parent Teachers Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionThe main charity objectives are to raise funds to benefit the children attending St John's C of E Primary School. Through fundraising events, the PTA provides equipment, activities, school enhancements and any other additional things needed not possible within the schools own budget.
The Reverend Canon Francis Walter Gilbert For The Church Of Our Lady Of Lourdes And St Joseph, Leigh-On-Sea
ReligionReligious activities
Wilton Street Chapel Denton
ReligionEcclesiastical organisation
The Felsham Charity
Heritage, Religion, Social welfareThe charity is divided into three branches:The general charity contributes exclusively to the benefit of the inhabitants of Felsham. The church charity contributes exclusively to the repair and maintenance of St Peter's Church, Felsham. The bread charity benefits the poor and necessitous people of Felsham according to circumstances.
Merseyside And District Missionary Association
ReligionTo aid in supporting and strengthening such Churches, Fellowships and Groups as may be connected with the General Assembly of Unitarian and Free Christian Churches; in endeavouring to establish new ones, and in extending the influence of religious teaching and practical religion throughout the District
Society Of Friends Of Christ College, Brecon
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionProvision of bursaries. Fund raising to provide additional facilities and equipment for the school. Provision of assistance with funding for educational trips and encouragement of additional curriculum studies by donation of prizes.
Hutton Charity (baker, Martin And White)
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Professions, ReligionThe charity offers financial aid to the elderly and young living in the district of Brentwood with preference for persons resident in the parish of Hutton. Requests are considered and approved by the trustees before aid is granted. Needs are often highlighted by local priests, church workers and headteachers. Requests are also made through the Citizens Advice Bureau.
Bradwell Memorial Hall
Facilities, ReligionProvide accommodation for various local groups, meetings and church activities
The Huntingdon Evangelical Free Church
Beneficiary group, ReligionWORSHIP, TEACHING, PRAYER, FELLOWSHIP, YOUNG PEOPLES ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY OUTREACH SUPPORTING CHRISTIAN MINISTRY ELSEWHERE. THE CHURCH IS BASED ON A LARGE ESTATE ORIGINALLY BUILT AS A LONDON OVERSPILL ESTATE IN HUNTINGDON, CAMBS, AND STARTED IN THE 1960'S TO SEE THE GOSPEL BEING SHARED AND PREACHED. NO CHARGE IS MADE AND ALL ACTIVITIES ARE OPENLY ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC.
Friends Of St Owens Bromham
Associations, ReligionPROVIDES EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES FOR ST. OWENS CHURCH,BROMHAM,BEDFORD
Friends Of Burford Church Of St John The Baptist
Associations, ReligionAnnual Newsletter Annual Meeting with LectureAnnual Visit
First Church Of Christ Scientist Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Arts, Religion, ResearchTo demonstrate and publicly present the Truth as set forth in the Bible and interpreted by Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science in her book "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures".
Torah Temimah Trust
Education, ReligionThe charity's objectives are the advancement of Orthodox Jewish religious education, and to promote the Orthodox Jewish religion in general and in particular by assisting a school in Jerusalem.
Staffordshire Historic Churches Trust
Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionSupply of funds in the form of grants to places of worship for the purpose of restoration of the fabric of the building
St Mary The Virgin, Upton Scudamore
ReligionFurthering the religious and other charitable work of the Church of England in the ecclesiastical Parish of St Mary the Virgin, Upton Scudamore
Winchester Cathedral Trust
Charity and VCS support, ReligionTo raise funds and receive donations to apply to any charitable purpose connected with Winchester Cathedral.
6th Macclesfield (parish Church) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, ReligionActivities for young people run under the auspices of The Scout Association and The Guide Association. The Group currently has six active sections: GUIDING - Rainbows, Brownies, GuidesSCOUTING - Beavers, Cubs, Scouts
Market Harborough C Of E School P.t.a.
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionHolds fundraisers raising funds for Market Harborough Church of England Primary School
Friends Of Braunston Church Of England School
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionFund raising to enhance the surroundings of pupils at Braunston CE Primary School and fund additional educational activities outside of the National Curriculum for all children in the school.
The Clifton Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Education, ReligionThe trust deed allows charitable grants to be made to any charitable foundation, institutions or individual (for charitable purposes) that the trustees see fit. The trustees continue to support principally, but not exclusively, Jewish charitable causes and have a particular interest in continuing their support in the areas of higher education, medical research and welfare support.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 6,211 registered religion charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 religion charities?
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 religion charities?
Across all 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 religion charities?
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.