Religion Charities
Discover 25,736 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.
Yusuf Islam Foundation
Charitable activities, Facilities, Religion, Social welfareGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSESEDUCATION/TRAININGCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTTHE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES ARTS/CULTURE/HERITAGE GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALSGRANTS TO ORGANISATIONS ACTS AS AN UMBRELLA BODY PROVIDES BUILDINGS/FACILITIES/OPEN SPACE
College For Higher Rabbinical Studies
Charitable activities, Education, ReligionProviding facilities to study Jewish law and ethics and making study grants to mature students at Tchabe Kollel.
Vhlt LTD
Charitable activities, ReligionThe charity gives grants to those in need of food shelter and medical assistance and other organisations involved in similar activities and gives grants to Orthodox Jewish religious and educational institutions.
Chasdei Aharon Limited
Religion, Social welfareThe prevention or relief of poverty in the UK and Israel by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need/ or charities or other orgnisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.The advancement of Jewish religion mainly, but not exclusively, through operating a synagogue, running regular lectures alongside other community services.
The Walsingham College Trust Association LTD
Education, ReligionGuardianship and Maintenance of The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
The Cathedral And Collegiate Church Of Saint Saviour And Saint Mary Overie, Southwark
ReligionWe advance the Christian religion and its mission in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England through worship, teaching, visitor engagement and support and service to our congregation, local community and the wider world. We care for and conserve the fabric and structure of our Cathedral church building, heritage site, ancillary buildings and wider residential estate.
Regent's Park College
Education, ReligionTHE COLLEGE AIMS TO PROVIDE MEN AND WOMEN WITH HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES AT UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE AND RESEARCH LEVEL AS PART OF A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY, AND IN THE CONTEXT OF CHRISTIAN PASTORAL CARE. IT PROVIDES SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE STUDY OF THEOLOGY AND RELIGION, INCLUDING PREPARATION FOR ORDAINED CHRISTIAN MINISTRY.
Karimia Association Limited
Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, Religion1. advance the teaching of Islam;2. advance the education of young people by the establishment and maintenance of a school; and 3. provide recreation facilities for persons who have need of such facilities in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving their condition of life.
The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, ReligionWe are a grant-making Quaker trust which supports people who address the root causes of conflict and injustice.
Chafyn Grove School
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionThe Charity advances the education of boys and girls by the provision of a day and/or boarding school in or near Salisbury and by ancillary or incidental educational activities and other associated activities for the benefit of the community. Religious instruction is given in the School in accordance with the doctrines of the Church of England.
Mosdos Hatorah Pnei Menachem LTD
ReligionThe advancement of the Jewish faith for the benefit of the public in such ways as are exclusively charitable in English law and in particular but not exclusively by:a) providing or supporting in the provision of places for religious worship and education; andb) providing for the pastoral needs and welfare of the community, particularly members of the Jewish community.
David Tannen Charitable Trust
ReligionTO PROMOTE JEWISH RELIGION AND EDUCATION BY PROVIDING GRANTS OR DIRECT FUNDING TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND SUPPORT JEWISH EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS AND WELFARE INSTITUTIONS.
Langdon Community
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionProviding support to enable young Jewish adults with learning difficulties/disabilities to determine and maintain a lifestyle of their own choosing which affords dignity, fulfilment and individual status and maximises their potential for independence in the wider community.The Langdon Community achieves these objects through the delivery of Supported Living Services and an Employment Service.
Andrew Wommack Ministries-Europe
Arts, Education, ReligionThe charity Andrew Wommack Ministries- Europe exists to serve the public by providing teaching on the Gospel of Jesus Christ to anyone and everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Methods employed include regular television programmes on Christian TV channels; distribution of audio, DVD and written materials; conferences and meetings and a website. The Charity also has 4 Bible Colleges.
Church Pastoral Aid Society
Beneficiary group, ReligionCPAS seeks to advance the Christian gospel by working with lay and ordained leaders in (mainly Anglican) churches, offering: training and conferences, residential holidays for children and young people, appointment of incumbents to Anglican parishes, resources, consultancy and advice, and grants (for those in training for Anglican ordination).
Assemblies Of God Incorporated
Beneficiary group, ReligionOur objective is "the benefit of the public through the Advancement of the Christian religion ...in accordance with the Statement of Faith of...AoG..." which we do through our membership network of around 550 local churches. All are committed to connecting people to Jesus through various ministries, including work with children, youth & young adults as well as teaching, training & community work.
The Liberty Church
Health, ReligionThe Principal objectives of The Liberty Church as set out in our memorandum & articles of association is the advancement of the Christian religion by the pronouncement of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is accomplished via our weekly services, concerted evangelism & outreach, bridge events, development programmes, counselling, provision of welfare services, age & stage relevant events.
Trinity College Bristol Limited
Education, ReligionTo provide training in theological education to men and women for ordained and lay Christian ministry.
The United Society
ReligionIn 2017, the Society supported programmes in more than 20 countries spread across 14 Anglican provinces through relationship and partnership. Our programmes equip church leaders with skills that enable wider participation in integral mission and development as well as empower churches and ordinary people to take control of their health and communities through vibrant and participatory processes.
The Cathedral Church Of Saint Mary And Saint Chad In Lichfield
Housing, ReligionLichfield Cathedral is a historic place of worship. The Cathedral operates 3 services a day Monday - Saturday and 5 services on a Sunday. In addition to the worship, the Cathedral is a visitor attraction, events and exhibition venue, operates educational activity, and is landlord to 70 properties in a private Cathedral Close.
Wabil
Religion, Social welfareThe World Ahlul Bayt (AS) Islamic League (WABIL) is a registered charity working primarily for the advancement of Islamic Shia religion and for the advancement of education and relief of poverty amongst those of the Islamic Shia religion.
The Leaders Of Worship And Preachers Homes
Housing, ReligionProvision of housing and associated amenities to those involved in worship/preaching and their dependents/relatives.
Soul Church LTD
Beneficiary group, ReligionSee Report of theTrustees document attached
The English Province Of The Congregation Of Our Lady Of Charity Of The Good Shepherd CIO
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Crime and Justice, Health, Religion, Social care1. Pastoral community work and chaplaincy work - Voluntary servicewithin the Church and local community, chaplaincy ministry in prisons,hospitals and hospices.2. Ministry within Social Services teams - Work with Social Services andagencies within the voluntary sector.3. Residential care services for our elderly Sisters at St Euphrasia?s CareHome, Blackley, Manchester.
Minhaj-Ul-Quran International
Housing, Religion, Social welfareThe objectives of the charity during the period were the relief of poverty, sickness and suffering of needy. To educate the public about their basic rights to obtain education, shelter/housing, health care, and other basic necessities of life especially in Pakistan. The advancement and teaching of the Islam with particular emphasis on promoting harmony and improving the conditions of life.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 25,736 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?
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 religion charities?
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 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 £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.