Clergy Support Trust provide a wide range of grants and services to Anglican clergy and their families, across the UK, Ireland, Diocese in Europe and the Diocese of Sodor and Man. The Trust are independent from the Church, confidential, impartial and inclusive.
On average, we help around 2,500 households every year, often including over 1 in 6 of all serving Church of England clergy. If you're in need, you're not alone.
Many of our grants are available for households which meet a simple savings and property threshold. We encourage applicants to use our handy Eligibility Checker, to see how we may be able to walk alongside them in their lives and ministry.
How we help
We're here for clergy at every stage of their journey, from their initial training at theological college, to their curacy and first ministry post, all the way through to retirement.
“At this challenging time, we are helping more people than ever before. It is a great privilege to be there for those who do so much in their communities. I encourage clergy and their families to get in touch. My team and I are honoured to be there for those whose days are filled supporting others.”
The Revd Ben Cahill-Nicholls, Chief Executive
Time away from the parish is vital for clergy and their families. That's why - as well as Emergency grants for those unexpected costs, like a broken washing machine or car repairs - many are surprised to learn that we also fund holidays, retreats and respite breaks, fitness and leisure or sabbaticals.
The Trust also provides help with physical and mental health, including diagnostic tests, counselling and help with insomnia or poor sleep. We're privileged to do so through a range of partners, including Sleepstation and The OT Practice.
Mark's story
Thirty years ago, Mark was in a car accident.
Recently, he reached out to the Trust to see if we could help with a contribution towards a new mobility scooter. We sent an Occupational Therapist to his home in Weston-super-Mare to evaluate the best scooter for his needs, and we were privileged to fund the cost of the mobility scooter in full.
“Now I can go up the beach or do shopping. I can go for walks with my wife again and have fish and chips on the pier. All this would have been impossible before. To anyone considering approaching Clergy Support Trust, I would just say simply do it.”
During 2023, we have provided over £89,000 to support 36 Anglican clergy households with mobility aids and equipment.