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United Society For Christian Literature

Also known as: U S C L

The United Society for Christian Literature (USCL) is an incorporated charity limited by guarantee. The Society is interdenominational in organisation and spirit and exists to provide Christian teaching to Christians and others around the world.

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Activities & Mission

The United Society for Christian Literature (USCL) is an incorporated charity limited by guarantee. The Society is interdenominational in organisation and spirit and exists to provide Christian teaching to Christians and others around the world.

Grants

United Society For Christian Literature is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£570,093
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies
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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£70,316
Latest Expenditure
£570,093

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 810.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£70,316
£570,0930 / 0
2024
£88,794
£386,1220 / 0
2023
£113,611
£369,1260 / 0
2022
£111,713
£432,2980 / 0
2021
£112,842
£404,7970 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about United Society For Christian Literature

What does United Society For Christian Literature do?

The United Society for Christian Literature (USCL) is an incorporated charity limited by guarantee. The Society is interdenominational in organisation and spirit and exists to provide Christian teaching to Christians and others around the world.

How much income did United Society For Christian Literature report in 2025?

United Society For Christian Literature reported total income of £70k and reported expenditure of £570k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was United Society For Christian Literature registered as a charity?

United Society For Christian Literature was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 1966 as charity number 226512. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs United Society For Christian Literature?

United Society For Christian Literature is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Jonathan Kerry. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does United Society For Christian Literature operate?

United Society For Christian Literature operates across 2 areas: Zambia and England And Wales.

Is United Society For Christian Literature a registered charity?

Yes — United Society For Christian Literature is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 226512.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
21 January 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
226512
Charity Number
226512

Trustees

Rev Jonathan Kerry Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
Christine Nelia Elliott
Also governs 2 other charities
DR FRANCES SHAW
Eva Maria Josephine Karlsson
Garry David Beech
PAUL LANGRIDGE

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • U S C L

Data & trust

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