The Archbishops' Council
Notable UK charityEnabling, supporting, sustaining & advancing of the Church's:-worship, spiritual & numerical growth-engagement with social justice & environmental issues-work in education, lifelong learning & discipleship-selection, training and resourcing of people for public ministry & lay vocations-inherited fabric of buildings, to maintain & develop these for worship & community service.
Activities & Mission
Enabling, supporting, sustaining & advancing of the Church's:-worship, spiritual & numerical growth-engagement with social justice & environmental issues-work in education, lifelong learning & discipleship-selection, training and resourcing of people for public ministry & lay vocations-inherited fabric of buildings, to maintain & develop these for worship & community service.
Areas of Operation
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
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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 | £234,940,000 | £232,178,000 | £232,178,000 | £70,488,000 | £3,600,000 | 206 / 0 |
| 2024 | £235,636,067 | £229,408,033 | £229,408,033 | £66,574,811 | £3,432,538 | 186 / 0 |
| 2023 | £186,036,537 | £182,447,488 | £182,447,488 | £56,512,059 | £2,784,136 | 178 / 0 |
| 2022 | £153,231,155 | £152,488,623 | £152,488,623 | £50,334,911 | £6,071,359 | 170 / 0 |
| 2021 | £128,092,018 | £128,742,626 | £128,742,626 | £53,546,004 | £8,073,882 | 162 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Archbishops' Council
What does The Archbishops' Council do?
Enabling, supporting, sustaining & advancing of the Church's:-worship, spiritual & numerical growth-engagement with social justice & environmental issues-work in education, lifelong learning & discipleship-selection, training and resourcing of people for public ministry & lay vocations-inherited fabric of buildings, to maintain & develop these for worship & community service.
How much income did The Archbishops' Council report in 2025?
The Archbishops' Council reported total income of £234.94m and reported expenditure of £232.18m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Archbishops' Council registered as a charity?
The Archbishops' Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 March 1999 as charity number 1074857. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Archbishops' Council?
The Archbishops' Council is governed by a board of 18 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Archbishops' Council operate?
The Archbishops' Council operates across 2 areas: Isle Of Man and England.
Is The Archbishops' Council a registered charity?
Yes — The Archbishops' Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1074857.
Details
GREAT SMITH STREET
LONDON
SW1P 3AZ
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