Goodnews Evangelical Mission (or GEM as it is more commonly known) is a Christian grant making charity which supports other Christian charities both in the UK and abroad.

GEM was originally established in 1997 by Giles Wilkins and Roland Van Wyk for the purpose of providing a local befriending ministry in Eastbourne, East Sussex. Upon Giles’ death in 2007, GEM received a substantial legacy from his estate which the trustees invested. This legacy enabled the trust to substantially expand the scope and sphere of its operations and the trust now supports and funds Christian charities all over the world.

GEM is overseen by a board of five Christian trustees who meet six times a year. Funding applications are considered at these meetings and decisions are made in line with the trust’s objectives and policies. All funding applications should be underpinned by a clear Christian ethos and a desire to promote the Christian faith.