Community of the Word of God Trust
Analysis
Community of the Word of God Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in London. It was registered in April 1975, 51 years ago. Its declared purposes cover the prevention or relief of poverty, religious activities and other charitable purposes, which this site groups under poverty relief. It says it provides human resources, provides buildings/facilities/open space and provides services.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Community of the Word of God Trust reported income of £11k and spending of £13k, spending 126% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income fell from £26k to £11k (-58%), an average of -20% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2023, when income rose by 1278%. Over the whole period it spent 96% of the income it received.
Among 15,276 England and Wales charities whose main cause is poverty relief and that reported income, Community of the Word of God Trust sits at the 34th percentile: it is larger than about 34% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 32nd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Ashby Christian Ministries (£11k), New Life Community Church (Blackpool) (£11k) and Christ Fellowship Centre (£11k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Prayer; hospitality; organising retreats; provision for guests; spiritual direction; availability for those seeking support; space for reflection & rest, prayer & learning
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Ashby Christian Ministries | Ashby-De-La-Zouch | £11k |
| New Life Community Church (Blackpool) | Blackpool | £11k |
| Christ Fellowship Centre | Essex | £11k |
| The Graham Leavers Memorial Trust | Bishop's Stortford | £11k |