Religion Charities
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Miracle Church Of God In Christ
Education, ReligionThe advancement of Christian and other charitable purposes and in, particular, to further education in the basic principles of Christian morality.
The Independent Methodist Association (incorporated)
ReligionTo promote Evangelical Religion in the United Kingdom and in all or any other parts of the world according to the principles and usages for the time being of Protestants of the Denomination known as Independent Methodists.
The Community Of St Francis
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfareWe are a group of women living in community under vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. Our works include hospitality for retreats and other purposes, counselling, spiritual direction, preaching, leading quiet days, participation in missions and both voluntary and part-time paid work for other agencies. The pay supports the work of the community in out different houses.
Daughters Of The Heart Of Mary Charitable Trust
ReligionThe charity's objective is the promotion of charitable work for the time being carried on, promoted or supported by the Daughters of the Heart of Mary. If the Daughters of the Heart of Mary shall cease to exsist or carry out charitable work, then the trustees shall apply the charitys funds for general charitable purposes in connection with the Roman Catholic religion.
Saiva Munnetta Sangam (uk)
Religion, Saving of lives, Social welfareThe advancement of the public in the,precepts and practice of Hinduism and in particular Saivaism and to promote "Community service through Saiva (Hindu) concern".The relief of sickness,financial hardship and preservation of health and in particular among people affected by the tsunami or any other natural or unforeseen disaster in Sri-Lanka or any part of Asia.
Saint Sarkis Charity Trust
Arts, Crime and Justice, ReligionPrincipal objectives: support of the Armenian Church of Saint Sarkis in London and the Gulbenkian Library at the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem; other charities concerned with the Armenian Community in the UK and abroad. A few grants are also made to registered charities concerned with the welfare of prisoners in the UK, but the Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals for this priority.
The Church Lads' And Church Girls' Brigade
Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, ReligionVoluntary Uniformed Youth Organisation, for children from age 4 to 18 in four sections, Martins, Y Team, JTC, Seniors.Each section, has its own activity programme and badge scheme. Groups develop personal skills, abilities, grow self-confidence and offer adventurous activities, camping trips and nurture whilst maintaining a Christian ethos.
Mid Thames Area Quaker Meeting And Related Charities
ReligionHolding public Meetings for Worship in the area of Mid-Thames, regular meetings for Church affairs and participating in Quaker work
Newcastle Cathedral Trust
Charity and VCS support, ReligionThe raising and short term accumulation of funds for the benefit of the Cathedral, in particular the organisation of a fund raising scheme to finance a major refurbishment project within the next five years
Agape Christian Fellowship Trust
Housing, ReligionThe Fellowship meets every week for mutual encouragement and development of relationships with God and with each other. The fellowship offers support in times of difficulties in life. We also supports Christian workers both locally and abroad and train future workers. The fellowship has an ongoing ministry of feeding the homeless every Sunday.
Ghausia Mosque
ReligionPromotion of religious and cultural activites.
Llanelli Free Evangelical Church
ReligionThe advancement of the Christian religion in the three counties of the former county of Dyfed and elsewhere in the United Kingdom and overseas
Shree Sanatan Seva Samaj
Arts, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionShree Sanatan Seva Samaj has its premises at Hereford Road, Lewsey Farm, Luton where the spiritual, religious, cultural, educational, social & recreational needs of Hindu community of Luton & district are met. Besides providing temple for worship, we run Gujarat & Hindi language classes, music and dance classes, Hinduism classes, health seminars, yoga classes. We present cultural events, variety s
The Julian Bewick Educational Trust
Beneficiary group, Professions, Religion, Social welfareThe trustees award grants, within their limited resources, for the education of children particularly of families of clergy of the Church of England, single parents or other poor persons.
Bolton Muslim Welfare Trust
Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionThe charity provided secular and Islamic education for girls. The school policies and curriculum were geared towards all pupils having the opportunity to develop to their maximum potential both academically, physically, spiritually and emotionally. The objectives of the charity changed on 1st September 2007 as the school became a "State Maintained School" The charity rents the buildings to BMBC.
Shree Sorathia Prajapati Community UK
Arts, Heritage, ReligionThe main activities of the charity are the advancement of the Hindu religion, education in hindu traditions, history, language, literature and music. A wide range of events including a number of hindu and other auspicious religious celebrations continue to be carried out throughout the year at various branches.
Eastbridge Hospital (or St Thomas)
Facilities, Health, Housing, ReligionAlmshouse foundation with premises open to the public and having also an educational mandate. Includes Franciscan gardens (greyfriars), the site of the first Franciscan Monastery in England. Eastbridge Hospital is an Anglican foundation with chapels in regular use.
Jalaram Charitable Trust
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionThe charity constructed and now maintains the Jalaram Prarthana Mandal, this involves providing a temple for a place of worship. An adjacent building has been purchased and is used for community activities open to all faiths. The charity also assists local and overseas charities with similar objectives to the Mandal.
Warwick Road United Reformed Church-Trust Property Held In Connection With
Beneficiary group, ReligionWarwick Road United Reformed Church is a City Centre Church, which provides an opportunity for public worship, Christian education, and our Church Centre offers an outreach , and enables us to offer a meal , gentle exercise and social support for the elderly.
The Holden Charitable Trust
ReligionThe Holden Charitable Trust exists to receive and distribute charitable donations to worthy causes primarily within the Jewish community.
Nottingham Liberal Synagogue
ReligionThe object of the Congregation is the advancement of liberal and progressive Judaism through:a.) providing and maintaining a place of worship and spiritual leadershipb.) Conducting servicec.) provide religious educationd.) prvide facilities for proselytese.) to solemnise life cycle eventsf.) performing other social, religious and charitable activities
The Islamic Association Of South Humberside
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfareIncrease awareness of islam amongst the community, facilitate practice of islam and arrange islamic education for children. It is responsible for collecting and distributing money, food and clothing for the poor people particularly in underdeveloped countries.
The Foundation Of Saint Matthias
Education, ReligionThe Foundation's primary object is the advancement of education in the area of benefit, in particular the Dioceses of Bath & Wells, Bristol and Gloucester but extending to the whole of the United Kingdom, with a preference for higher or further education; such education contributing to the advancement of the Church of England.
The Jesus Lane Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, ReligionSUPPORT OF CHRISTIAN WORK AMONG STUDENTS AND YOUNG PEOPLE BY PROVIDING GRANTS TO SUPPORT WORKERS AND VOLUNTEERS BASED IN CHURCH MINISTRY IN CAMBRIDGE.
Handmaids Of The Holy Child Jesus. H.h.c.j.
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Professions, Religion, Social welfareGIVING RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TO CHILDREN AND ADULTS BY PREACHING OR TEACHING.WE OFFER COUNSELLING AND WELFARE SUPPORT.SUPERVISING STAFF CO-COORDINATING THE ORGANISATION OF MISSIONARY WORK.WORKING WITH THE SICK IN HOSPITAL AS NURSES. WORKING WITH ANCILLA SOUP KITCHEN TO ASSIST THE HOMELESS AND POOR IN THE COMMUNITY. WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.
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.