Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated)
Also known as: Lifewords, Sgm Lifewords
A Christian organisation formed in 1888 for the advancement of the gospel worldwide primarily through sharing Christian Scripture. It also provides Bible-based programmes responding to specific needs, including the spiritual & emotional care of children-at-risk, and life-skills education for teenagers. The charity continues to research & develop creative responses to world needs, using the Bible
Activities & Mission
A Christian organisation formed in 1888 for the advancement of the gospel worldwide primarily through sharing Christian Scripture. It also provides Bible-based programmes responding to specific needs, including the spiritual & emotional care of children-at-risk, and life-skills education for teenagers. The charity continues to research & develop creative responses to world needs, using the Bible
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 986). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,025,671 | £2,145,231 | £1,954,744 | £2,373,209 | £1,591,846 | 7 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,522,991 | £1,556,599 | £1,418,453 | £3,166,388 | £2,018,493 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,331,894 | £1,544,325 | £1,411,355 | £3,021,025 | £1,921,970 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,595,799 | £1,446,909 | £1,351,572 | £3,369,520 | £2,267,692 | 10 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,419,717 | £1,372,784 | £1,272,287 | £1,315,232 | £2,065,701 | 9 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated)
What does Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) do?
A Christian organisation formed in 1888 for the advancement of the gospel worldwide primarily through sharing Christian Scripture. It also provides Bible-based programmes responding to specific needs, including the spiritual & emotional care of children-at-risk, and life-skills education for teenagers. The charity continues to research & develop creative responses to world needs, using the Bible
How much income did Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) report in 2025?
Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) reported total income of £1.03m and reported expenditure of £2.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated)?
Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) has a program ratio of 190.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 986 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) registered as a charity?
Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 October 1964 as charity number 219055. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated)?
Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robin Andrew Howard Baker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) operate?
Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) operates across 14 areas, including Australia, Brazil, Canada and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) a registered charity?
Yes — Scripture Gift Mission (incorporated) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219055.
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Trustees
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Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lifewords
- Sgm Lifewords
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated