Arts Charities That specialise in Literature
Discover 1,562 Arts charities that specialise in literature. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Risborough And District Community Association
Arts, AssociationsArrangement of cultural activities - visits to shows (musicals, drama, opera, ballet, etc) or outings to places of interest. Functions may be arranged such as a jazz night, a topical quiz, book sale, etc. A monthly magazine circulated to all members and contains details of our shows & events & diary note of all other local functions notified to us by any other local 'not for profit' groups.
Lumb's Educational Foundation
Arts, Education, HousingGrants given to 16-24 year old students for education/training, including fees, books, equipment and official travel projects. Applicants' home residence must be in Glos. Students who have come to county to study are eligible if funding is made available to Lumbs Educational Foundation for the purpose in any particular year.
International Masonry Society
ArtsWith members throughout the world, the Society is a focus for all aspects of masonry. It produces the journal, Masonry International, 3 times a year, containing original technical papers, reviews and research, with other publications issued from time to time and organises meetings including a quadrennial International Masonry Conference
Medieval Pottery Research Group
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageThe Group promotes and encourages the general education of the public in the study of ceramics, primarily of the Middle Ages. The Group holds meetings, conferences, publishes a journal and disseminates information to: the membership, the general public, other archaeologists, persons in allied fields and communicates the professional requirements of the membership to public and private bodies.
Friend's Of St Mary's Maidenhead
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationCONDUCT VARIOUS FUND-RAISING EVENTS IN OR AROUND THE SCHOOL TO RAISE MONEY FOR SCHOOL PROJECTS. FOR EXAMPLE: SCHOOL DISCOS, CHRISTMAS FAYRE AND SUMMER BALL. MONEY IS DONATED FOR FURNITURE, POOL MAINTENANCE, BOOKS ETC. ST. MARYS IS A SCHOOL WITHIN THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST IN EAST BERKSHIRE.
Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society
Arts, HeritagePublication of the annual 'Records of Buckinghamshire', the publication of record for the archaeology and history of Buckinghamshire. The publications of books and pamphlets on subjects of interest to members of the Society and to others having an interest in the archaeology and history of Buckinghamshire. Organising public lectures and visits to places of interest for members of the Society.
The Great Bardfield School Parent Teacher Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe Charity raises funds solely for Great Bardfield Primary School. This enables the school to provide additional equipment, books, update and maintain IT Hardware.The funds are raised through activities organised by the Committee and the school such as Fetes, Bonfire Night events, Quizzes, Race Nights and many more.
Hartwell Community Centre
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, FacilitiesHartwell Community Centre offers residents the opportunity to book the facilities for personal events such as birthday celebrations and other parties. It also offers an ideal location for the various user groups which currently include PreSchool Playgroup, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, WI, Tuesday Circle over 60s club, Hartwell Parish Council & Youth Club
Orphan Aid Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social care, Social welfareTo relieve children in need particularly those living on the streets and in sewers, also orphanages/hospitals in Romania by providing them with aid that is not available in their own country. Including example in date food, childrens and adults clothing, toys, educational items (writing books/pens etc), basic medical supplies (plasters etc), toiletries and of course money when available
Donnington Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureDonnington Hall is owned by the village of Dunton Green and is hired out to bona fide organisations which provide a variety of activities for the local community. Regular activities include badminton, drama academy, karate, pre-school, sequence dancing and table tennis. Subject to availability, terms and conditions, individuals can book the Hall on an ad hoc basis for private functions.
Wakefield Civic Society
Arts, Economic and community development, HeritageThe Society has the following aims:1. The encouragement of high standards of architecture and town planning.2. The stimulation of public interest in the beauty, history and character of the area.3. The preservation, development and improvement of features of public amenity and historical interest. 4. The implementation of these ends by exhibitions, lectures, publications and other means.
Federation Of Old Cornwall Societies
ArtsAims to "gather up the fragments that remain", i.e. to record the remnants of Cornwall's past culture and heritage, preserve them where appropriate, revive and continue customs and traditions, educate regarding them via talks, publications, etc.
Rastrick Grammar School Foundation
Arts, Education, Social welfare1 To provide special benefits for Rastrick High School of any kind not normally provided by the Education Funding Agency.2 To award beneficiaries Exhibitions, Bursaries or Maintenance Allowance tenable at School, or any University, College or other place of Further Education.3 To provide assistance, outfits, clothing, tools, instruments or books, to enable beneficiaries on leaving School,
The Bengali Cultural Association
Arts, ReligionTo promote the study of the Bengali language and literature and help those wish to learn English.To promote and hold cultural and Hindu religious celebrations indigenous to Bengal, India.Our main Bengali celebrations Durga Puja, Laksmi Puja, and Saraswati Puja were held successfully during the year.Other events also held to promote Bengali culture to our young members.
Cwmcarn And Abercarn Library And Institute
Arts, Facilities, Social welfareWe aim provide a Village Hall within the community where each and every member of the surrounding area can socialise in a safe, comfortable and happy environment.
The Lancashire Family History And Heraldry Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage(a) to advance the education of the public in the study of genealogy, heraldry and family history.(b) to locate, publish and make accessible relevant documents and records.(c) to promote the preservation of such documents and records, particularly by transcription of original sources(d) to operate its own information service and build up a library
The Robert Higham Apprenticing Charity
Arts, Education, Social welfareGrants aid towards the cost of books, travel, stationery, specialist clothing to students between ages 16 to 25 attending sixth forms, colleges and universities. Students must be residents of the Parishes of Kingsclere and Ashford Hill with Headley.
Cyfeillion Cadw Tremadog
Arts, Charity and VCS support, HeritageAcquire, repair, and sell or let historic buildings in and around Tremadog as a means of preserving their architectural and historical interest.Inter alia:Publish books, hold exhibitions, arrange visits, undertake research;Raise funds by subscription, donation, grant, loan or otherwise; Accept gifts;Employ staff, apply for statutory consents, enter contracts; Support other like trusts
1st Goring Heath Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe Scout Group provides volunteers (both adults and young leaders) and facilities for local young people to enjoy the education, experiences and adventures of Scouting and Guiding both indoors and on the grounds around the Group Headquarters. Visiting Scout Groups, Guide Groups, Schools, Youth Groups and local families can book and use the facilities during the year.
Tintagel House (sheffield) LTD
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchDelivering:- an educational programme of events inspired by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, known as Authroposophy - study groups , workshops, festivals, and conferences. A lending library and bookstall. Advice and information for individuals and initiatives. Granting of loans and donations to individuals and institutions working out of the same impulse.
Ingleton And District Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareJudo Club, Wine Circle, Library, Women's Institute, Dance Groups, Film Club.Informative talks, and various social activities including annual Village Fayre, occasional theatre production.Children's parties.
The Parliamentary History Yearbook Trust
Arts, HeritageSupport of the research and publication in the history of Parliament, with particular reference to supporting the journal 'Parliamentary History' and publishing the Parliamentary History Texts and Studies series. We hold conferences and publish the proceedings.
Prenton Primary Parent Teacher Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, HousingThis charity raises money that is spent on the pupils of Prenton Primary School, Wirral. Expenditure is on items such as PE equipment, IT hardware/software, books, games school visits and school playground. Funds are raised through activities within the school involving parents, pupils and the local community.
The Chaucer Heritage Trust
ArtsFurthering among the general public interest, understanding and appeciation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, his life and times and influence, and his position in English and world literature, in such manner as the trustees from time to time think fit
Bacton-On-Sea Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureVillage Hall with Wi-Fi internet facilities. Fully accessible main hall, and annex/meeting room.Providing a Community Hub with keep fit, medau, art group, book group, gardening club and local history group,childrens' play group, craft groups, line dancing. Available to hire for business meetings, parties, events and local groups.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many literature arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,562 registered literature arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the literature arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of literature arts charities?
Literature arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for literature arts charities?
Across all literature arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of literature arts charities?
Literature arts charities have an average annual income of £678k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.