Our Impact: Transforming lives & communities
Empowering Christian-led initiatives to make a difference where it matters most
At Benefact Trust, we fund life-changing projects led by Christian organisations working with people of all faiths and none. Since 1972, we’ve awarded over £310 million in grants, helping communities tackle some of society’s biggest challenges, from poverty and homelessness to mental health and environmental sustainability. 2024 signified the highest level of giving since the Trust was founded.
Our 2024 impact highlights
£25.5 Million
In grants awarded in 2024
1400+
Grants awarded
500+
Attendees at applicant webinars
60%
Almost 60% of applications were from first time applicants
5 Million
Expected to benefit from Community Impact Grants
£10 Million
In cumulative giving across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland since the Trust was founded
Impact Report
Explore our 2024 Impact Report to see how your support has transformed communities, empowered changemakers, and brought hope where it’s needed most.
How our funding changes lives
Revitalise Trust
With £100,000 from Benefact Trust, 30 new ‘Love Your Neighbour Hubs’ will reach 40,000+ people providing crisis support, employment training, debt advice and wraparound community support.
Carrubbers Christian Centre
A grant of £38,000 is helping this historic community hub to become more accessible and energy efficient, welcoming 600 weekly visitors.
Christian Aid & Médecins Sans Frontières
Over £400K provided in response to global crises, including humanitarian emergencies in Gaza, Lebanon and Sudan.
Find out more on their websites with the links below:
Christian Aid Médecins Sans FrontièresChurch of England Net Zero Project
£1.5m supporting 60 ‘Demonstrator Churches’ to lead on net zero, inspiring sustainable change nationwide.
Voices of the organisation we fund
St Leonard's Church
“This grant will help protect the heritage of St Leonard's Church for future generations.”Find out more on their website
Healing for the Heart
"We often support people in their darkest times and help them rebuild their confidence and self-esteem. We could not do this without your help."Find out more on their website
A personal note from our Director
“A heartfelt thank you to everyone who makes this work possible – our partners, beneficiaries, our colleagues at Benefact Group. Together, we’re creating lasting positive change in the communities that need it most, across the UK and Ireland.”
Trust Director, Helen Gray
Caring for our Planet
Our Planet, Our Part
We support local churches with environmental initiatives through our Community Impact Grants, while our strategic funding of almost £2m is helping the Church of England and Scottish Episcopal Church progress to net zero targets. As the charitable owner of Benefact Group, we’re aligned with their climate strategy, learn more at ‘Our Planet. Our Part.” on their website.
Regional Highlights: Explore how our funding is making a difference in your area
Funding church and community projects in the Republic of Ireland
Benefact Trust’s grants are helping churches and charities in the Republic of Ireland to make a big difference in their local and wider communities.
Read ArticlePartnering with the Scottish Episcopal Church on its Journey to Net Zero
Benefact Trust is excited to announce its pledge of £490,000, over two years, to support the Scottish Episcopal Church (the SEC) with its ambitious Net Zero Grant Awards Programme.
Read ArticleEco Church: helping to secure our future
A Benefact Trust grant of £150,000 will support A Rocha UK to expand its reach, helping more churches to make a transformative contribution to the environmental crisis, and establish caring for the earth as a major part of the Church’s mission.
Read ArticleListed Places of Worship Grant Scheme - Preserving Heritage and Community
Reach out to your MP to help secure the future of this vital grant scheme
Read ArticleFind out more
Benefact Trust launches national heritage skills programme in partnership with Cathedrals’ Workshop Fellowship
A quarter of a million pounds to feed children and families in Sudan
Funding to save lives following the devastation of the Myanmar earthquake
Advocating for the future of churches