Religion Charities
Discover 6,211 Religion charities. 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.
St Mary's Church Augmentation Of Living Fund
ReligionThe income of the charity is to be paid by way of augmentation of the stipend or living of the Incumbent for the time being of St Mary's Church, Eccleston.
The Friends Of Pirton Parish Church
Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionThe charity raises funds for the preservation and maintenance of the fabric of The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Pirton.
The Friends Of St Nicholas's Church, Chiswick
Associations, ReligionSupport of local Parish Church
Community Of Christ (sutton-In-Ashfield)
ReligionReligious purposesVolunteer working with young peopleSocial activities for all ages
The Friends Of Arkesden Church
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionRaising funds for Church e. g. Calendars, Christmas cards + musical shows etc.
Missionary Friends Trust
ReligionFor the advancement of the Christian faith and exists to offer financial and spiritual support of those serving the Lord in missionary situations
The St Nicholas Great Wilbraham Trust
Charity and VCS support, ReligionFund raising for the specific purpose of maintaining and improving the fabric of St. Nicholas Church, Great Wilbraham
Church Or Parish Lands
Heritage, Religion, Social welfarePersuant to the scheme of the Charity Commission dated 31st August 1971, half of the net income passes to the PCC of St Marys, Fairford to be applied by them towards the maintenance and repair of the Parish Church, and the other half is to be applied by the trustees to relieve need, either generally, or individually of persons resident in Fairford who are in need, hardship or distress.
Parent Teacher Friends Association For Holy Trinity Primary School (ptfa 4 Htp)
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, ReligionFundraising through events held at the school which include Fayres, cake sales, bingo night, treasure hunts and discos.
The A R Taylor Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe trust has a core of investments from which the trust income is derived and it aims to utilise this income to make charitable donations each year, based on the wishes of the trustees. The trustees favour charities dealing with military and exmilitary services, church activities, education, medical research and assisting the elderly
The Friends Of St Mary's Church, Greywell
Associations, Charitable activities, ReligionGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES, MAKES GRANTS TO VILLAGE ORGANISATIONS.
Town Estate Charity
Economic and community development, ReligionThe Charity is for the benefit of Mendlesham residents and Parish Church only. Income from assets is divided; half to St. Mary's Church Mendlesham towards repair, electricity, heating, insurance and upkeep of the fabric of the Parish Church and the maintenance of the services therein; the other half goes to the Charitable Account to assist individual sick and needy parishioners of Mendlesham.
The Stonor Foundation
ReligionThe chapel is Roman Catholic a semi public oratory mass is celebrated every Sunday and on Holy days. All services are open to the public the chapel is available for weddings, baptism and funerals. Collections are regularly for the benefit of other charities such as Cafod.
6th Fulwood Scout Group
Associations, ReligionScouting
The Church Lands
ReligionChurch and mission
The Friends Of St Andrew's, Colyton
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, ReligionFund-raising activities to help finance grants to maintain the fabric of St Andrew's Church, Colyton, Devon
Belmont Education Trust
Education, ReligionTo promote religious and other education of persons under the age of 25 years who may reside in Belmont , attend activities at Belmont Church or are pupils at Belmont Primary School , in accordance with the principles and doctrines of the Church of England or in other such ways as the Trustees think fit.
The Taddington Educational Foundation
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionGeneral Chartitable purposes mainly Education of Children and Young people at Taddington and Priestcliffe Church of England Primary School
The Maude Family Trust
Beneficiary group, ReligionTo provide an income for Barkisland PCC (Church) for their general and religious purposes
Friends Of Little Waltham School
Associations, Education, Leisure, ReligionTo enrich the lives of pupils by providing facilities, equipment and activities not normally provided by the Local Authority. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting the continued provision of regular swimming lessons for all pupils.
Lynchmere 900 Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionTo help maintain and support St.Peter's Church , Lynchmere by fund raising.
Hothfield Educational Foundation
ReligionThe object of the Charity is to promote the education (including religious education) of persons resident in the area of benefit and in need of financial assistance.
Friends Of Hayton School
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionThe PTA works to advance the education of pupils at Hayton C of E School by fostering strong relationships between parents, carers, staff and the wider community. We raise funds and organise events to provide equipment, activities and opportunities to enrich pupils' learning, wellbeing and school experience.
Eiffel Foundry Trust
Beneficiary group, ReligionSupporting Walkden Congregational Church and in particular its youth activities and its work with the elderly.
Norton Pta
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionRaising funds for Norton C of E School
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.