The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust
The main activity is to award grants to members of overseas Christian churches to help them to study in the UK in an Anglican setting with strong ecumenical links, in order to foster friendly and constructive links between the Church of England and other Christian Churches and nations.
Activities & Mission
The main activity is to award grants to members of overseas Christian churches to help them to study in the UK in an Anglican setting with strong ecumenical links, in order to foster friendly and constructive links between the Church of England and other Christian Churches and nations.
Grants
The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £25,387
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 | £19,338 | £25,387 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £19,583 | £12,000 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £19,879 | £14,056 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £18,515 | £53 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £15,025 | £5,527 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust
What does The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust do?
The main activity is to award grants to members of overseas Christian churches to help them to study in the UK in an Anglican setting with strong ecumenical links, in order to foster friendly and constructive links between the Church of England and other Christian Churches and nations.
How much income did The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust report in 2025?
The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust registered as a charity?
The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 1992 as charity number 1015755. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust?
The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Rt Revd Christopher Thomas James Chessun. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust operate?
The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Nikaean Ecumenical Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1015755.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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