Religion Charities
Discover 6,211 Religion charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Mothers' Union (diocese Of Canterbury Branch)
Beneficiary group, ReligionTo uphold Christ's teaching on the nature of marriage and to promote its wider understanding. encourage parents to bring up their children in the faith and life of the Church. To maintain a fellowship of Christians .promote conditions in society favourable to stable family life and for the protection of children. help those whose family life has met with adversity
Church House Charity
Charitable activities, ReligionMakes grants towards works relating to religious and charitable activities in the ecclesiastical parish of Hurst, using income derived from property.
The Good News Church
ReligionFurthering the Christian faith teaching the Bible and its moral doctrines.Outreach to the community.Participation in inter church events, local initiatives and the Harvest Alliance network.Support of missionary work to Kenya, South Africa and Israel
Trust Property Held In Connection With Christ Gospel Church Of Buxton
ReligionReligious Activities
The Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, ReligionThe object of Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir Association shall be to further the aims of the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir in educating the public in the study of liturgical music.
The St Bartholomew The Great Heritage Trust
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe objectives of the Trust are the preservation and improvement of the fabric of the Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great and the maintenance of the church, the buildings used in connection therewith, the ornaments and furnishings thereof and the services held therein.
Forces Welfare Fund
ReligionSee Report and Accounts
Trust Property In Connection With Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Magor
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionReligous services and community activities
Trust Property Held In Connection With Aldermans Green Free Methodist Church
Beneficiary group, ReligionRegular worship, youth activities, adult activities
The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust
ReligionThe advancement of education for people of all ages, and all religious faiths or none, in particular by promoting the use of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban and its connections as an educational resource.
Brackley United Feoffee Charity
ReligionMaintaining own properties to maximise the charity's income which is then used for the benefit of St Peter's Church and of individuals and organisations, whose needs fall within the current rules (relief in need & education) of the charity.
Chapel Break Community Association
Associations, Facilities, ReligionWe are a community centre providing a space for user groups to run their groups/activities from.
The Church And Town Estates Property Charity
ReligionThe Church and Town Estates Property Charity (Hempnall) was constituted by a Charity Commission Scheme on 23 February 1917 varied by an order dated 16 February 1978 providing funding for The Hempnall Trust (50%), The Town Estate Education Foundation (25%) and The Church Estate Charity (25%).
The Incorporated Leeds Church Extension Society
Charitable activities, Religiongrants to churches in Leeds
Living Waters Fellowship
Arts, Education, Religion, Social welfareA non denominational free church meeting three times a week for praise and worship open to all plus Sunday School. Bible study and prayer meeting. Music practice twice a month.Host outreach eventsOther events:- Host and participate in fun events in and for the local Community. Annex facilities used by the local community regularly. Also a base for the Waterlooville area food bank
The Whytecliffe Trust
Arts, ReligionPrimarily the provision and maintenance of places of Christian worship, fellowship and outreach; and secondarily the support of those engaged in Christian ministry and evangelisation. The Whytecliffe Trust also sometimes engages in other activities incidental to the foregoing, e.g. Christian publications. The Charity operates mainly in the Croydon area.
Theatre Chaplaincy UK
Arts, ReligionTrains and supports Theatre Chaplains to meet the pastoral and spiritual needs of those of all faiths and none, who areengaged in the performing arts.
Crossroads Counselling
Health, ReligionCrossroads Counselling offers a professional counselling service for people on low incomes who live, work, study or worship in Tower Hamlets. Our service is open to people of all faiths and none. We offer short and long-term individual counselling.
The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester)
Associations, Health, ReligionAdvancement of the Buddhist religion by teaching meditation and Buddhism at public classes, training members of the charity and others towards ordination as a Buddhist, providing facilities for worship.
London Sevashram Sangha
Associations, Religion, Social welfarePromote Hindu culture and social activities
The Damascus Trust
ReligionDamascus Trust aims to enthuse and build up the local Church in the UK and abroad; to enable the local Church to share the love of Jesus with their community through word and action; to establish ongoing outreach and discipleship as part of the life of the local Church.
Bath Chapel Fund
ReligionThe objectives of the Charity are:To meet the costs of Ceremonial Services held in Westminster Abbey for the Most Honourable Order of the Bath, and to facilitate the use of the Chapel of the Order for Weddings and Baptisms.
Church Knowle Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionFOR THE PURPOSES OF PHYSICAL & MENTAL RECREATION & SOCIAL MORAL & INTERLLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT THOUGH THE MEDIUM OF READING AND RECREATION ROOMS, LIBRARY, LECTURES, CLASSES, RECREATIONS & ENTERTAINMENTS AS MAY BE FOUND EXPEDIENT FOR THE BENIFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE PARISH OF CHURCH KNOWLE AND ITS IMEDIATE VINCINITY WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF SEX OR OF POLITICAL OR OTHER OPINIONS.
The Open Bible Trust
Arts, ReligionThe Open Bible Trust publishes a magazine and Bible study materials including books, booklets, CDs, MP3s, and DVDs. It also holds seminars and conferences and organises an annual Christian holiday, all of which take place in a variety of locations throughout the UK. The Open Bible Trust website, www.obt.org.uk, is updated regularly, and gives further details.
Church Street Property
Housing, ReligionThe Trust manages a terrace of five houses in the centre of the town of Alcester and uses the profit from the income received in rents to make donations and grants which will provide maximum benefit for the people of Alcester
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.