How much do Christians give in 2026?

Every year, Stewardship's Generosity Report helps us understand how Christians across the UK think about generosity, how much they give and what influences their giving decisions.

The latest findings reveal both encouragement and challenge.

On the one hand, Christians continue to give significantly more than the UK average. On the other, average giving has fallen slightly and fewer Christians are responding to appeals and fundraising prompts than in previous years.

Yet beneath those headline figures lies a deeper story. The Generosity Report 2026 suggests that generosity is not primarily driven by need, urgency or fundraising techniques. It is driven by trust.

How much do Christians give?

The average Christian gives £116 per month to charitable causes.

That is significantly higher than the UK average of £72 per month given to charity by the wider population. However, the picture changes dramatically when we look at Christians who actively practise their faith.

Committed Christians, those who attend church and read the Bible at least weekly, give an average of £326 per month. That equates to more than 10% of their income and over four times the UK average.

The data continues to show a clear connection between faith practice and generosity. Christians who are regularly engaged in church, Scripture and prayer consistently give more than those who are less engaged.

Christians give more than the UK average

The latest findings continue a pattern seen throughout previous editions of the Generosity Report in that Christians are generally more likely to give and tend to give more than the wider population. 

The average Christian gives around 60% more each month than the average UK adult. The difference becomes even more pronounced among Christians who regularly engage with their faith through church attendance, Bible reading and prayer.

For this group, generosity is not simply an occasional response to an appeal or fundraising campaign. Instead, giving often forms part of a wider pattern of discipleship and stewardship.

While income plays a role in anybody's ability to give, the report suggests that faith commitment also has a significant influence on generosity.

Why do some Christians give more than others?

One of the clearest findings from the Generosity Report is the relationship between Christian faith commitment and generosity. Christians who are actively engaged in church life consistently give more than those who are less engaged.

This doesn't necessarily mean they are wealthier. Instead, it appears that generosity becomes more deeply embedded within their understanding of faith.

For many Christians, giving is not viewed simply as a charitable act. It is a response to God's generosity, an expression of worship and a practical way of participating in God's work. The report also highlights the importance of trust. Christians who have high levels of trust in their church are significantly more likely to give regularly and generously.

This suggests that generosity flourishes where people feel connected to a community, believe in its mission and have confidence that resources will be used wisely.

What does this tell us about Christian generosity?

Perhaps the most encouraging finding is that generosity remains a distinctive feature of Christian practice.

At a time when many charities are facing financial pressures and household budgets remain stretched, Christians continue to prioritise giving. The report found that more than a quarter of Christians have given from their savings. Others continue to support churches, charities and ministries through regular planned giving.

We have begun to build a clearer picture of how generosity flourishes among God’s people in the UK and how it can grow further still.

Janie Oliver, CEO Stewardship

These findings point to generosity as something deeper than simply having spare money available. They suggest that for many Christians, giving is tied to values, priorities and faith commitments.

In other words, generosity is often shaped less by what people have and more by what they believe. This has helped us begin to shape five giving personas around guiding principles and behavoural traits, and also understand the key motivations and encouragements which sit behind generous hearts.

Are younger Christians becoming more generous?

Another encouraging finding is the generosity demonstrated by younger committed Christians.

Among committed Christians aged 18-34, average giving represents around 11% of income, making them one of the most generous age groups in the study. They are also among the most optimistic about future giving and are more likely to engage in conversations about generosity, faith and financial stewardship.

This challenges the narrative that younger generations are disengaged from charitable giving. It also offers hope and guidance to church leaders with Gen Z congregants, especially those who are seeing their church grow with more young people.

The Generosity Report suggests that many younger Christians are eager to explore generosity as an expression of their faith.

"When it comes to conversations on giving and finance, let's not underestimate what young people can handle and let's not underestimate where they are with thinking about how do I apply my faith to all areas of my life.”

Xenia James, Social media content creator

Is there room for Christians to give more?

While the report paints an encouraging picture of Christian generosity, it also highlights the significant potential that exists within the UK Church.

Stewardship estimates that if all Christians practised tithing, average monthly giving would increase from £116 to £245. The point is not to create guilt or pressure.

Christians hold a wide range of views about tithing and how biblical principles should be applied today. Instead, the figure helps illustrate the scale of the opportunity.

Even relatively small increases in giving across the UK Church could release substantial additional resources for churches, charities and gospel ministry.

What can we learn from the latest findings?

The Generosity Report 2026 reminds us that generosity is about far more than income.

Christians who are most engaged in their faith tend to be the most generous. Trust matters. Discipleship matters. Connection to a church community matters.
Ultimately, the findings point to a simple truth: generosity grows where faith is put into practice.

For church leaders, charities and individual Christians alike, that's an encouraging reminder that cultivating generosity is not simply about talking more about money. It's about helping people connect their resources with God's Kingdom purposes.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the average Christian give?

The average Christian in the UK gives £116 per month to charitable causes, according to the Generosity Report 2026.

How much do committed Christians give?

Committed Christians give an average of £326 per month, which is around 11% of their income.

Do Christians give more than the average UK adult?

Yes. The average Christian gives significantly more than the UK average of £72 per month. Committed Christians give more than four times the UK average.

Why do committed Christians give more?

The report suggests that regular church involvement, discipleship, trust and a strong connection between faith and finances all contribute to higher levels of generosity.

What is the Generosity Report?

The Generosity Report is Stewardship's annual study of Christian giving in the UK. It explores giving habits, attitudes towards generosity and the factors that influence charitable giving among Christians.

Want to explore the findings in more detail?

Download the Generosity Report 2026 to discover the latest insights into Christian generosity, giving habits and stewardship across the UK Church.