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.
Kollel Rabinow (divre Shir) Foundation
Religionadvancement of orthodox Jewish religious education and the maintenance of an Institute for Higher Rabbinical Studies
Tashbar Of Manchester
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionProviding recreational and leisure time activity in the interests of social welfare for young people who have need by reason of their youth, disablity or social and economic circumstances with a view to improving the conditions of life of such persons.The furtherance of authentic Jewish religious education.
Islamic Centre Nottingham
Charitable activities, ReligionPROVIDING A PLACE OF WORSHIP, RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES, REGISTERED FOR HOLDING CIVIL RELIGIOUS MARRIAGES, FUNERAL SERVICE, CONFERENCES, GATHERINGS, RELIGIOUS ADVICE AND GUIDANCE
Cornwall Historic Churches Trust
Heritage, ReligionThe Cornwall Historic Churches Trust was formed in 1955 to assist in the restoration and repair of Cornish churches which have architectural or historic merit. The Trust is a registered charity and churches and chapels of all denominations are eligible to apply for assistance.
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral
Associations, ReligionTHE FRIENDS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL EXISTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF THE HISTORIC FABRIC OF THE CATHEDRAL, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIALLY FOR SPECIFIC NEW PROJECTS WITHIN THE CATHEDRAL PREMISES. ALL MEMBERS RECEIVE TWICE YEARLY MAILINGS, AND MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND LECTURES AND SOCIAL GATHERINGS, AND TO PURCHASE FRIENDS' MERCHANDISE.
Sodality Of St.peter Claver
Economic and community development, Religion, Social welfarePromotion of religion and education together with the relief of poverty and sickness in accordance with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church. This is done through receipt of donations and legacies which are distributed in third world countries in order to promote healthcare, culture, education and evangelisation.
The Ralph And Irma Sperring Charity
Charitable activities, ReligionThe Trustees meet four times a year to consider applications for financial assistance from individuals and organisations within a 5 mile radius of the church of St John the Baptist, Midsomer Norton.They make grants as they deem appropriate.
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
The Friends Of Exeter Cathedral
Arts, Associations, ReligionProvides finance for Exeter Cathedral fabric maintenance, music library and archives.
The Annie Macpherson Home Of Industry (incorporated)
Housing, ReligionAs a church and charity, we seek to engage in long term, relational and innovative work which seeks to contribute to the personal, spiritual and social transformation and well-being of people living and working in Tower Hamlets, East London. We aim to support and empower people living in challenging and difficult circumstances to reach their full potential.
The Congregation Of Our Lady Of Pity
Beneficiary group, Housing, Professions, ReligionThe care of priests who have to retire from full-time ministry and also catering for priests and religious brothers and sisters who need time to make a retreat, rest after missionary work or post-operative care or rest.Help is extended to all people in need and special attention is given to the care of the homeless, families in need and orphans.
West London Islamic Centre
ReligionPROVIDING PRAYING AREA/FACILITIES TO MUSLIMS ON A DAILY BASIS ESPECIALLY EID DAYS AND FRIDAYS.CONDUCTING QURANIC CLASSES TO HELP MUSLIMS READ THE QURAN.CONDUCTING CLASSES TO EDUCATE MUSLIMS ON OTHER ISLAMIC MATTERS.
Islamic Cultural Centre
ReligionEducational and community welfare
Church Society
Education, Professions, ReligionUpholding the doctrine of the Church of England and assisting clergy, parishes, schools and the like in their work and mission.
Evangelical Action (brazil)
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, ReligionEVANGELICAL ACTION BRAZIL IS A CHRISTIAN CHARITY WHICH PRIMARILY RAISES FUNDS AND AWARENESS IN THE UK. FUNDS RAISED (LESS EXPENSES) ARE FORWARDED TO A CHRISTIAN MISSION IN BRAZIL - ACEV. THEY ARE ACTIVE IN MANY AREAS SUCH AS HEALTH, SCHOOLING, DISABILITIES, LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, WELL DRILLING, DRUG DEPENDENCY, FARMING, AND INCOME GENERATION. WE AIM TO HELP THE NEEDY IRRESPECTIVE OF BELIEF.
Highgate And Muswell Hill Jewish Youth Club
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Religionsports and recreation
Brixton Feoffee Trust
Religion, Social welfareHalf net income to St. Mary's Church, Brixton, for upkeep, repair, insurance. Remaining half of income applied to Brixton parishioners in need, hardship or distress by financial grants or paying for items, services or facilities. If funds not fully spent on individuals, remainder may be spent at the Trustees' discretion for any charitable purpose for the general benefit of the parish of Brixton.
The Torath Chesed Yeshiva Trust
ReligionProvision of orthodox jewish education.
Taraloka
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, ReligionWe run a rural Buddhist Retreat Centre, offering residential retreats on Buddhist meditation and Buddhist teaching. We also run weekends and courses in city based Buddhist Centres on request. Local schools ask us to talk to their pupils about Buddhism and some come to us for an weekend experience of retreat living. Our main teachers are all ordained Buddhists with the Triratna Community.
Evangelical Council For The Manchester Area Trust
ReligionChristian work, with particular reference to local Christian inter-church events in the Manchester Area
New Covenant Church
Beneficiary group, Education, Health, Religion, Social welfareProvides places for Christian Worship to the public in U.K and abroad. Make available range of community programmes to address various needs, provide facility for clean water in villages in Nigeria also free health checks and assist with improving health, drop-in centres, care, counselling, referrals,provision of food,clothing,advise,education and training, visitation for the sick and elderly.
Norwich Church Of England Young Men's Society
Beneficiary group, Housing, ReligionThe objects of the society are to promote the welfare of its members spiritually, socially, intellectually and physically and to aid missions at home and abroad.
Brent Sikh Centre
Religioncarries out philantrophic activities in support of educational, social and religious services
The Dutch Church In London
Religion, Saving of livesRelief of PovertyOverseas aid/famine reliefReligious activitiesBeneficiaries - The general public/mankind
Claimworth LTD
ReligionThe charity's objects and its principal activity continues to be that of the advancement of religion in accordance with the Orthodox Jewish Faith and the relief of need persons.
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.