Transforming Lives and Communities
Since 1972, Benefact Trust has awarded over £310 million to Christian organisations in the UK & Ireland dedicated to supporting communities of all faiths and none. Our aim is to drive positive social change by empowering those who make a difference.
Christian communities are at the heart of our giving, although the impact of what we do reaches much further.
Grant Funding for Christian Charities and Churches
Apply for Christian grant funding in the UK & Ireland. We have a range of grant programmes designed to meet most applicant needs.
Community Impact Grants
Grants supporting projects that address social challenges, grow congregations, and provide outreach in the UK and Ireland.
How to Apply for a Community Impact Grant ->Building Improvement Grants
Protecting and enhancing Christian buildings for future generations in the UK & Ireland.
How to Apply for a Building Improvements Grant ->Methodist Grants
Enhancing the mission and ministry of the Methodist Church in the UK & Ireland.
How to Apply for a Methodist Grant ->Roof Alarm Grants
Grant funding for alarms helping churches safeguard their buildings from metal theft in the UK & Ireland.
How to Apply for a Roof Alarm Grant ->Who we are
It’s more than handing out a little hope, it’s the spark that transforms lives and communities.
Latest news
Discover the inspiring stories and impactful work of the churches and charities we proudly support.
Monthly Grants: bringing joy and inclusion this Christmas
Over £700,000 in funding is on its way to churches and Christian charities across the UK and Ireland in our latest round of monthly grants.
The season of giving: over £270,000 funding awarded to Methodist Churches
Benefact Trust Director steps up as Chair of Christian Funders’ Forum
Christian funders join forces for UK’s largest Christmas fundraising campaign
Benefact Trust welcomes a new Chair to lead the grant-making charity
Monthly Grants: supporting hope, heritage, and happiness across communities
A record-breaking wave of Methodist Grants
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Advice and resources
As a grant funder, we’re committed to supporting applicants every step of the way. In our Advice and Resources section, you’ll find practical application guidance, expert advice, and valuable insights into the Christian charity and church sectors to help you succeed.
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Benefact Group's work
As a Trust, our ability to support and fund so many worthwhile causes, is made possible by the hard work of the award-winning specialist financial businesses that make up Benefact Group – which gives all its available profits to the Trust, sustaining our giving. As a part of the Benefact Group each business, whether it be in specialist insurance, investment management, broking or advisory shares the Trust’s ethos of giving back.
