The Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust
The Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust (YHCT) is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (registration no. 1175099) dedicated to preserving Christian places of worship across Yorkshire. Established to maintain and repair churches, chapels, and meeting houses of all Christian denominations within the historic boundaries of Yorkshire (pre-1974), the trust provides financial grants for conservation projects ranging from minor repairs to large-scale structural restorations[1][2].

Activities and Funding
The YHCT allocates approximately £100,000 annually to support maintenance efforts, including stonework repointing, roof repairs, and monument restoration. Recent grants include nearly £80,000 distributed to twelve churches, such as St Stephen’s in West Bowling[1]. Funding relies on donations, fundraising events, and contributions from its "Friends of the Trust" network, including corporate sponsors[1].

Governance and Recognition
As a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), the trust operates under the legal framework for charities in England and Wales. Its work focuses on safeguarding architectural heritage, ensuring these buildings remain active community assets[2][4].

[1] https://www.yhct.org.uk [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5110208 [3] https://www.yhct.org.uk/privacy-policy/ [4] https://nordlei.org/lei/213800GSYWVXDJBUN620/the-yorkshire-historic-churches-trust [5] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/CE011564