Religion RL¶
Religion is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Religion category.
46,051 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 22.60% of all charities.
Keywords to find charities¶
UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.
The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:
\b(religion|religious)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 11,604 | 16.32% |
| £10k - £100k | 16,703 | 23.73% |
| £100k - £250k | 7,836 | 34.72% |
| £250k - £500k | 3,382 | 30.36% |
| £500k - £1m | 1,639 | 23.47% |
| £1m - £10m | 1,519 | 16.54% |
| Over £10m | 337 | 14.91% |
| Total | 43,020 | 22.22% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 38,220 | 22.25% |
| oscr | 5,833 | 23.34% |
| ccni | 1,998 | 28.50% |
| Total | 46,051 | 22.60% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY [Charity number: 1098136] UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION, INCLUDING RESEARCH. |
£353,761,000 |
| OASIS CHARITABLE TRUST [Charity number: 1026487] Oasis Charitable Trust is a family of organisations running community Hubs providing holistic support to the communities we serve. Our work includes our Academies programme, youthwork, Chaplaincy services & churches, anti human traffiking campaigning through STOP THE TRAFFIK, Higher Education courses through Oasis College and supported housing through Oasis Aquila Housing. |
£344,497,000 |
| Salvation Army [Charity number: SC009359] The objects of the Army shall be the advancement of the Christian religion, as promulgated in the religious doctrines set out in Schedule 1 to this Act which are professed, believed and taught by the Army and, pursuant thereto, the advancement of education, the relief of poverty. and other charitable objects beneficial to society or the community of mankind as a whole. |
£338,297,000 |
| THE SALVATION ARMY [Charity number: 214779] A Christian Movement committed to putting belief into action: taking a holistic approach, engaging with physical, emotional and spiritual needs, offering services without discrimination.In addition to Christian Worship, in buildings and the open air, services include drop in centres, lunch clubs, parent and toddler groups, debt advice, youth clubs, after school clubs & emergency food parcels. |
£338,297,000 |
| The Shaw Trust Limited [Charity number: SC039856] The objects of the company are: (a) To relieve any person who is in need because of any disability or because of any other disadvantage resulting from unemployment, youth, age, financial hardship, ill-health or because they are offenders, ex-offenders or are at risk of offending. (b) The promotion of the health, equality and independence of disabled people. and (c) The prevention and relief of poverty. in particular by providing education, training, rehabilitation, support, employment opportunities and personal development opportunities. The company will be non-party in politics and non-sectarian in religion. |
£291,074,000 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL (LEIGH-ON-SEA) LIMITED [Charity number: 280688] To carry on as an Independent Preparatory School as an educational charity and to provide for the training and instruction of pupils on the basis of Christian principles |
£288,800,113 |
| ISLAMIC RELIEF WORLDWIDE [Charity number: 328158] 1. Responding to emergencies2. Caring for orphans and children in need3. Supporting education4. Providing access to health care and water5. Promoting sustainable livelihood6. Campaigning and advocacy on humanitrian issues |
£275,575,689 |
| Islamic Relief Worldwide [Charity number: SC042020] ‘1.1 The Objects of the Charity are, as a practical manifestation and application of the humanitarian values inspired and guided by the Islamic faith, to promote for the public benefit: 1.1.1 the alleviation of human suffering for those who are the victims of war or natural disaster, trouble, inequalities, injustices or catastrophe and the prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship by: a. providing humanitarian assistance and other means of saving lives. b. raising awareness and advocating for those in need. c. advancing conflict resolution and reconciliation. d. promoting religious and human harmony. 1.1.2 To promote sustainable development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs for the benefit of the public by:- a. the preservation, conservation and the protection of the environment and the prudent use of natural resources. b. the relief of poverty and the improvement of the conditions of life in socially and economically disadvantaged communities. c. the promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth and regeneration. 1.1.3 to advance and promote education by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities for education, in each case for the public benefit anywhere in the world. 1.1.4 to advance health by the provision of financial or other assistance, including medicines, hospitals and other means, in each case for the public benefit anywhere in the world. and 1.1.5 the advancement of such other charitable purposes as may from time to time be determined and agreed by the Trustees.’ |
£271,466,000 |
| Salvation Army Social Work Trust [Charity number: SC037691] ' in promoting the charitable work of the Salvation Army in such one or more of the following ways as the General for the time being of the Salvation Army shall think fit namely : (1) relief of poverty sickness suffering distress incapacity or old age. (2) advancement of education. (3) training in Christian and moral principles. and (4) assistance of those in need of protection' |
£239,727,000 |
| THE ARCHBISHOPS' COUNCIL [Charity number: 1074857] 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. |
£234,940,000 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| Belfast School of Theology Limited [Charity number: NI104482] The College teaches students in a non-denominational setting the truths of the Christian religion explaining and discussing the differences in interpretation of the Biblical text by the major denominations. The college provides a range of courses that are open to anyone with the academic qualification suitable for the course being provided. Courses cater for members of the public who have no prior knowledge of the Christian religion; those wishing to further their knowledge through evening class or day release courses; undergraduate degree courses currently moderated by the University of Cumbria and for which certain academic standards are required as determined by that University; and post graduate degrees currently moderated by the Queens University of Belfast for which certain academic standards are required as determined by that University. The college also organises meetings and events that promote our charitable purpose and which are open to the general public. The college participates in the life of the local community and overseas though students of the College assisting in churches, missionary societies and charities as part of the practical service element of the courses offered. The college holds services of worship and other religious activities for its students and staff as well as supporters of the College. It encourages prayer in support of the students of the college, other Christian organisations, the community and leaders in society and government. |
£461,282 |
| Glenhoy Congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland [Charity number: NI105599] Hold services of worship and other religious activities. These, and all that follows, are open to anyone of appropriate age and/or gender to access, without regard to whether they are members of our congregation. Through prayer, support our members, our own Church, other Christian Churches, the community and leaders in society and government. Organise meetings and events that promote our charitable purpose. Participate in the life of the local community. Participate in and support what the Presbyterian Church in Ireland and the supervising Presbytery does. Support other secular and Christian organisations and charities through volunteering, financial gifts and prayer. |
£67,568 |
| ZAINABIYA WELFARE FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1153961] TO ADVANCE THE RELIGION OF ISLAM, BY MEANS OF PROMOTING THE TEACHINGS AND TENETS OF ISLAM, PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR WORSHIP AND RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES AND PROVISION OF SERVICES FOR ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF THE SHIA ITHNA-ASHRI DOCTRINE;(II) TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONG THE POOR, THE UNDERPRIVILEGED, VICTIMS OF NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS AND PEOPLE IN NEED |
£75,624 |
| Banana Bunch Playgroup [Charity number: NI101429] Our Aim is that all children should be given the opportunity to: • Grow in self-confidence, experience success and thus develop a good self image. • Develop at their own rate through challenging, progressive play. • Learn to play co-operatively and share with others. • Communicate thoughts, ideas and feelings clearly to both adults and children. • Deepen and lengthen concentration through their natural spontaneous curiosity and interests. • Choose and explore a wide range of materials which allow them to express themselves appropriately and creatively. • Share in the wonder and excitement created by books, stories, songs, rhymes, music and the natural environment. • Appreciate and practise social skills and learning to care for others. • Enjoy the satisfaction of work well done and share this with their parents. OBJECTIVES • To create a stimulating, caring and safe educational environment for all children in our care, to actively promote the development of positive self image within the children, • To work in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals. • To take account of the children’s needs arising from race, culture, language and religion. • To provide quality care and education for pre-school children and to create a developmentally appropriate curriculum to met the individual needs of each child. • To formulate and encourage equal opportunities for both adults and children. • To support staff on training courses enabling them to develop skills and confidence through sharing full responsibility for their Playgroup. • To provide and atmosphere which makes the child and their parent / carer happy and comfortable within the Playgroup. |
£63,329 |
| THE EVANGELICAL MOVEMENT OF WALES TRUST LTD [Charity number: 506154] Receipt of charitable donations and tax repayments thereon, in order to make beneficial payments on behalf of donors. |
£1,187 |
| Larne Gospel Hall [Charity number: NI100586] Proclaims the Christian gospel for the benefit of the public in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Bible; Advances the evangelical Christian faith, primarily (but not exclusively) in the Larne area, for the benefit of the public through various activities, to include the holding of prayer meetings, gospel services, Bible studies, children's meetings, youth activities and parent/toddler groups; The advancement of personal spiritual wellbeing and the promotion of an identifiable, positive, beneficial moral and ethical lifestyle which emanates from a personal faith in Jesus Christ; the provision of a church building and worship services; contributing to the spiritual and moral education of children and adults; carrying out, as a practical expression of religious beliefs, other activities such as fostering racial tolerance and integration; visitation of the sick and providing comfort to the bereaved; The relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training and healthcare projects. |
£35,724 |
| CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY, SCARBOROUGH [Charity number: 1068941] Compassion bases our community outreach.All are most welcome to our Sunday service, our Sunday School (up to age 20) and Testimony Meetings.Our Reading Room is open to anyone wishing to learn more about Christian Science and is known as a place of sanctuary. We sponsor public talks on Christian healing and daily seek to address local, national and global issues through prayer. |
£82,877 |
| SALHOUSE UNITED CHARITIES [Charity number: 235690] Relief of poverty and special needs to the Parishioners of Salhouse, Norfolk by making individual grants where needs have been identified by Clergy, Parish Councillors and Charity Secretary. Grants are unconditional and historically have included hospital transport, furniture, student study books and utility bills. |
£3,845 |
| CHELMSFORD SPIRITUALIST SOCIETY LIMITED [Charity number: 1143666] We hold events throughout the year in support of local charities, including Essex Air Ambulance, Muscular Dystrophy and Animal Rescue. We have also supported Farleigh?s Hospice, CHESS and Chelmsford Homeless Charity. It is our intention this year to support local and smaller charities. We have initiated a special charity fund from donations received via our Healing Group activities. |
£16,344 |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST. MARY THE VIRGIN, LEIGH, TONBRIDGE, KENT [Charity number: 1133968] St Mary's Parochial Church Council has the responsibility of co-operating with the Vicar to promote, in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic,social and ecumenical. It is responsible for the maintenance of the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Leigh, the attached Genner Rooms and surrounding churchyard. |
£64,802 |
