Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust
The Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust was founded in 1904 by Christian brethren in the West Country and South Wales. It is a property-holding charity dedicated to advancing the Christian faith in the open brethren tradition. Its mission is to steward Gospel Halls and chapel properties, primarily in Wales, South West England, and extending to southern regions including East Sussex, Cornwall, London, Birmingham, and Swansea. The Trust values biblical stewardship, spiritual independence, and respect for fellowship leaders, intervening only for doctrinal breaches to ensure properties remain dedicated to evangelical witness.
What Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust funds
The Trust funds capital projects such as purchasing, improving, and maintaining church buildings for financially or numerically weak independent evangelical fellowships aligned with open brethren doctrines. Grants also support Christian evangelists, Bible teachers, and occasionally their vulnerable families or individuals promoting Gospel work. The focus is on preaching, evangelistic efforts, and practical outreach tied to historic evangelical principles. Geographic focus is southern and western Britain, including Wales, South West England, and areas extending to East Sussex, Cornwall, London, Birmingham, and Swansea.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are churches, assemblies, or individuals closely connected to the brethren tradition, with a preference for grassroots groups facing property challenges. The Trust supports independent evangelical fellowships that are financially or numerically weak and aligned with open brethren doctrines. Applicants should be based in southern or western Britain, though others linked to the tradition may qualify. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
What Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund revenue, core costs, or unrestricted funding. It focuses on capital projects for church properties and support for evangelists and Bible teachers, excluding other types of charitable work or general organisational expenses.
How much does Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust
Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust fund charities?
Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust?
Western Counties and South Wales Evangelization Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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