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.
The Chapel House Charity
ReligionFor purposes of Ministry and other religious work.Income is paid into Avenue St. Andrew's United Reformed Church, Southampton account and utilised for ministry.The Trustees are the currently serving trustees (The Elders) of Avenue St. Andrew's United Reformed Church, Southampton - charity no. 1130504
People Of God Trust
ReligionSupporting selected Roman Catholic associations active in renewing the Roman Catholic Church in accordance with the Second Vatican Council.
The New Life Church (wimbledon) Trust
ReligionIs a Free Evangelical Church.
Great Staughton Ecclesiastical Charity (consisting Of The Church Land Charity And The Bell Rope Charity)
ReligionSupport of Bellringing in St Andrew's Church
George Major Trust
Heritage, ReligionProviding religious services for Whitgift Church and ministering to the surrounding community. Maintaining and restoring the 14th century grade one listed church and cemetary.
Thomas Christie Ecclesiastical Charity
Professions, ReligionProvides support to the religious duties of the vicar of St. Paul's Church in Bedford
The Poor Charity Of Sybil Vaughan
Religion, Social welfareLets field, rental income given to local Church (Llanddewi'r Cwm Church)
The Friends Of Patrington Church
Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionFund-raising for St. Patrick's Church, Patrington
Noor Ul Quran (zainab Languages School)
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionRaise awareness, highlight the needs of and create opportunities for ethnic minority communities.
Faith In Action Ministry
Religion, Saving of lives, Social welfareCarry out general charitable activities.Assist in the relief of poverty / famine worldwide.Carry out health promotion/prevention.
New Holland Church
ReligionAdvancement of religion
Lapford Church Green
Facilities, ReligionTo maintain the open space known as Lapford Church Green in the parish of Lapford, Devon.
The Dr Bridge Memorial Fund
Arts, Beneficiary group, ReligionAs income from fund is so small these days grants are made to the Chester Cathedral choir support group which includes both boy and girl choristers rather than individuals.
St Mary's Church Tollesbury Bell-Ringing Society
ReligionPromoting bell ringing
Mekor Baruch
ReligionTo advance Jewish religion with particular emphasis on the observance of the commandments of Tephilin,Mezuzoth and Tzitzis
Abundant Christian Life Ministries
Religion, Social welfarePREACHING THE GOSPEL, TRAINING HELPING THE POOR AND THE NEEDY
Charity Of George Tayler In The Parish Of Edington
Heritage, Religion, Social welfareContributing to the upkeep and maintenance of the Parish Church of Edington, and providing relief to inhabitants of the parish who are in financial need, hardship or distress.
Unknown Donor
ReligionRepairs to Church
John Smethurst For Church
ReligionAll interest credited to All Saints Church-Stand-Whitefield-Manchester for general church purposes.
Sarah Elden's Benefaction
Religion, Social welfareFor the poor of the congregation of the Octagon Chapel and the general benefit of the chapel and its purposes.
John Wallis
ReligionAdministers bequest made to St Nicholas Church
The Old School Charity
Education, ReligionThe yearly income of the charity shall be applied by the trustees for the purpose of any Church of England School in the Parish of Burghfield.
Elton Church Of England Primary School Of The Foundation Of Frances And Jane Proby
Beneficiary group, Education, Religionsupports children's actvities in local school
Shree Matiya Patidar Samaj (london)
Arts, Health, Religion, Social welfare(1) Celebration of Hindu religious festivals (e.g. Navratri, Diwali)(2) Holding of social events (3) Raising of funds for specific causes (e.g. Cancer hospital in India)(4) Raising of funds for donations to UK charities (e.g. Diabetes UK, Gt Ormond St Hospital, British Heart Foundation)(5) Raising of funds for donation to overseas charities
Ecclesiastical Charity Of John And William Edwards
ReligionTo give income to church treasurer.
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.