Benefact Trust Limited
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Benefact Trust Limited, formerly Allchurches Trust, is an independent UK-registered charity established in 1972 with roots in 1887, headquartered in Gloucester. Born from Ecclesiastical Insurance's origins to protect vulnerable churches, it channels profits from its sole ownership of the Benefact Group—including Ecclesiastical Insurance and EdenTree Investment—into grant-making without relying on donations. Its core mission promotes the Christian religion, funds churches and Christian charities to empower vulnerable people and communities, and blends heritage preservation with social action, guided by Christian values of compassion, empowerment, and renewal.
The Trust prioritizes Anglican and other Christian denomination churches, plus Christian charities across the UK and Ireland, supporting capital projects like building repairs, accessibility upgrades, and heritage conservation (e.g., roof repairs at St Mary’s Church, Nottingham), alongside revenue funding for community outreach such as food banks, youth work, mental health support, poverty relief, and cohesion initiatives hosted by churches. Key programmes include open Community Impact Grants and Building Improvement Grants, funding both immediate needs and multi-year strategic efforts that demonstrate measurable community impact.
Eligible applicants are UK-registered Christian charities or churches of any size, with no income thresholds or geographic restrictions within the UK/Ireland; endorsements may be needed for denominational grants, and 30% project co-funding is typically required. Typical grants range £5,000–£25,000, with no formal min/max. Unsolicited applications via online portal are rolling; small grants (up to £10,000–£25,000) decided in ~2 months, larger ones at committees/Board (Jan–Nov) in 4–6 months. Reapplications allowed after two years to same programme. Distinctively Christian-only, it excludes non-faith-aligned projects, standing out for sustainable profit-driven philanthropy bridging ecclesiastical fabric and modern social good.
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Benefact Trust Limited typically provides grants ranging from £5,000 - £25,000.
Where does Benefact Trust Limited fund charities?
Benefact Trust Limited funds charities operating in UK.
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