Ebenezer Trust

Ebenezer Trust is a UK-registered charity established by trust deed in 1981, dedicated to advancing the Christian faith through support for validated Christian ministries and organisations. Its core mission emphasises spreading Christianity, relieving poverty, and promoting Christian education, both in the British Isles and internationally. Distinctively relational, the trust prioritises grants to initiatives where trustees have direct personal knowledge of those involved, ensuring accountability and alignment with a biblically based worldview, rather than open philanthropy.

It funds faith-based projects including church-building, evangelistic efforts, Christian schools, missionary work, and poverty alleviation tied to Christian outreach. Support extends to project funding, capital costs, and core expenses for small to medium-sized ministries, churches, and grassroots organisations strengthening Christian witness among marginalised groups.

Eligibility is strictly for Christian entities known personally to trustees; unsolicited applications are not accepted, with selections made via invitation-only from trustee networks. There are no formal income thresholds or geographic restrictions beyond verifiable connections, though UK-based groups form the core focus. Typical grants range from £3,000 to £20,000, awarded at trustees' discretion through adhoc meetings with no published deadlines.

This selective approach excludes speculative or unverified proposals and general charities, differentiating Ebenezer as a niche funder for mission-driven Christian causes where personal relationships guarantee impact.