Clergy Support Trust is delighted to have been given the Charity of the Year award, by the Association of Charitable Organisations (ACO).
We were honoured to accept the award at the ACO Conference at BMA House, London on Thursday 17th September.
The ACO Annual Awards 2026, supported by Family Fund Business Services, celebrated the outstanding work of charities providing financial and wellbeing support. This award is a reflection of the incredible work of our team, and it is all the more significant to be recognised alongside other dedicated charities across all categories, including The Drinks Trust, caba and Chemists' Community Fund. The Trust previously had the privilege of being shortlisted for Charity of the Year back in 2023.
Last year, we supported 1 in 5 of all serving Church of England clergy and their families - as well as numerous more training, serving and retired clergy households across the Church in Wales, Church of Ireland, the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Diocese in Europe and the Diocese of Sodor and Man. This number continues to grow in 2026, and we are thrilled to be recognised for our commitment to serving those who serve.
"This recognition means a great deal to us. It reflects the dedication of our staff and the importance of standing alongside clergy households with practical, compassionate and lasting support."
"We are especially pleased that the judges have recognised our advocacy work on clergy stipends, which used evidence from our frontline support to help make the case for fairer, more sustainable financial provision for those in ministry."
The Revd Ben Cahill-Nicholls
Chief Executive
