United Bible Societies Association
Also known as: The United Bible Societies Trust Association, The United Bible Societies' Trust Association, United Bible Societies
TO TRANSLATE THE BIBLE INTO ALL LANGUAGES OF THE WORLD, MAKE IT AVAILABLE IN ACCESSIBLE FORMATS AND AT AFFORDABLE PRICES AND TO HELP PEOPLE TO INTERACT MEANINGFULLY WITH THE WORD OF GOD.
Activities & Mission
TO TRANSLATE THE BIBLE INTO ALL LANGUAGES OF THE WORLD, MAKE IT AVAILABLE IN ACCESSIBLE FORMATS AND AT AFFORDABLE PRICES AND TO HELP PEOPLE TO INTERACT MEANINGFULLY WITH THE WORD OF GOD.
Grants
United Bible Societies Association is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £23,955,556
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- 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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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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Country
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £34,980,182 | £35,795,593 | £35,644,840 | £73,418,309 | £11,669,789 | 127 / 0 |
| 2024 | £36,327,867 | £39,468,451 | £39,340,633 | £71,281,135 | £12,034,953 | 127 / 0 |
| 2023 | £40,312,350 | £40,095,800 | £39,979,834 | £72,243,297 | £12,912,630 | 121 / 0 |
| 2022 | £38,861,344 | £37,303,143 | £37,176,434 | £65,405,630 | £13,307,226 | 116 / 0 |
| 2021 | £30,999,744 | £30,345,149 | £30,222,755 | £68,587,503 | £10,967,988 | 111 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about United Bible Societies Association
What does United Bible Societies Association do?
TO TRANSLATE THE BIBLE INTO ALL LANGUAGES OF THE WORLD, MAKE IT AVAILABLE IN ACCESSIBLE FORMATS AND AT AFFORDABLE PRICES AND TO HELP PEOPLE TO INTERACT MEANINGFULLY WITH THE WORD OF GOD.
How much income did United Bible Societies Association report in 2025?
United Bible Societies Association reported total income of £34.98m and reported expenditure of £35.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was United Bible Societies Association registered as a charity?
United Bible Societies Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 1988 as charity number 800058. It has been registered for 38 years.
Where does United Bible Societies Association operate?
United Bible Societies Association operates across 150 areas, including Albania, Algeria, Angola and 147 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is United Bible Societies Association a registered charity?
Yes — United Bible Societies Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800058.
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Registry Information
Also Known As
- The United Bible Societies Trust Association
- The United Bible Societies' Trust Association
- United Bible Societies
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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