The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England
The ELCE exists to spread the Gospel of Christ. The ELCE has 13 member congregations and a theological college.
Activities & Mission
The ELCE exists to spread the Gospel of Christ. The ELCE has 13 member congregations and a theological college.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,232,058 | £1,107,460 | £1,107,460 | £7,868,358 | £150,000 | 18 / 150 |
| 2024 | £1,090,047 | £1,069,525 | £1,069,525 | £7,743,760 | £548,600 | 14 / 120 |
| 2023 | £1,160,134 | £1,071,305 | £1,071,305 | £7,722,488 | £564,988 | 21 / 120 |
| 2022 | £1,356,169 | £1,067,975 | £1,067,975 | £7,633,660 | £476,961 | 14 / 120 |
| 2021 | £894,446 | £1,244,866 | £1,244,866 | £7,345,466 | £394,154 | 17 / 130 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England
What does The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England do?
The ELCE exists to spread the Gospel of Christ. The ELCE has 13 member congregations and a theological college.
How much income did The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England report in 2025?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England reported total income of £1.23m and reported expenditure of £1.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England has a program ratio of 89.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England registered as a charity?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 1965 as charity number 220466. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England operate?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England a registered charity?
Yes — The Evangelical Lutheran Church Of England is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 220466.
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