Associations Charities
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Friends Of York Minster
Arts, Associations, ReligionTo advance religion by assisting in the support of York Minster by contributing both financially and in other appropriate ways to its preservation, maintenance, beautification and ministry. In particular:1. widen public awareness of York Minster2. sustain & develop a network of people who love & support the Minster3. maintain and develop the music4. aid the upkeep of the Archive & Library
Hafway
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe provide a range of activities facilities and services for young people in the Halliwell & Crompton wards and surrounding areas of Bolton. This includes engaging young people in physical and social activities to improve health, confidence, self-esteem and to help develop their skills for adulthood.
Caras Community Action For Refugees And Asylum Seekers LTD
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Education, FacilitiesCARAS (Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers) is a community organisation with members from all over London. CARAS works closely with a number of organisations in south London to deliver services for refugees and asylum seekers. Projects include after school and youth clubs, ESOL classes, a women's drop-in and advocacy casework.
UK Friends Of I.d.c.
Associations, Charity and VCS support, EducationTo raise funds to support the Interdisciplinary Centre in Herzliyah, Israel. It is a private college which combines academic study with practical training and where personal achievement and social responsibility go hand-in-hand.
City Of Bradford YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareHelping children, young people and families to participate fully in their communities, providing informal education, training and personal development opportunities particularly targeted at those not in employment, education or training or from deprived communities. Positive activities and providing intensive support for young people, environmental projects and youth work.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Saint Andrew And Saint Mark, Surbiton
Associations, Religion, Social welfareThe charity provides opportunities for public and private Christian worship in its two churches in Surbiton, Surrey. It provides teaching in the Christian faith. It offers pastoral care to members of the congregation and others. It supports other charities throughout the world. It organises outreach social activities for church members plus a Xmas lunch for lonely people.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St. Andrew And St. Mary Magdalene, Maidenhead
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, ReligionTypically about 440 adults and 133 children and young people under 16 attend the five services held each Sunday. About 260 adults are involved in Growth Group evening meetings and about 90 attend daytime groups. Church premises are intensively used for church based and community activities, and lettings to community groups.
Plaza Community Cinema
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, Leisure, Social welfareWe operate a 3-screen cinema, for leisure/entertainment and education/social activities. We improve quality of life for residents of South Sefton and surrounding areas by: -+?+?+? advancing education in the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the art of film,+?+?+? providing recreational and leisure facilities, +?+?+? providing volunteering opportunities so improving employability.
Sandwell Deaf Community Association
Associations, HealthThe relief of deaf and hearing impaired persons in Sandwell, West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Centre 70
Associations, Health(a) to benefit and improve the conditions of life of the inhabitants of Norwood and the neighbourhood;(b) to relieve social or economic need amongst the inhabitants of Norwood and the neighbourhood in particular by the provision of legal and practical advice and counselling
The Manchester Deaf Centre
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, LeisureWe promote services to enable deaf, hard-of-hearing and deafblind people to improve the quality of their lives. The Deaf Centre provides facilities for Sports & Social Club, Deafblind, Youth Group and 50 Group. All groups are supported through training and volunteer project we have. We run an agency which provides Sign Language Interpreters. We also provide BSL and Deaf Awareness training.
Kent Neuro Therapy Centre Limited
Associations, HealthTo provide a range of therapies, advice and moral and practical support for persons suffering from Multiple Sclerosis.
YMCA South Devon
Associations, Beneficiary groupYouth and Childrens centre
Swansea YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary groupServices to support the development of young people, families and communities in Wales.
The Guide Association North West England
Associations, Beneficiary groupGirlguiding North West England enables girls and young women to develop their potential through supporting and valuing its leaders. Our vision is to widen and increase our membership to enable all girls and young women to have the opportunity to develop their potential through guiding.
London Sivan Kovil Trust
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Religion, Social care1) The main activity of the Trust is running and maintaining a Saiva Hindu Temple for the benefit of the Hindu and other communities. 2) The trust owns a multipurpose community centre called Sivan Centre which is used for weddings, cultural programmes and community activities. 3) The trust owns and maintains an orphanage in Cheddipalayam Batticaloa Sri Lanka. 4) The trust is running a free school
The Garden Classroom
Associations, Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
Trinity Community Centre
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareTrinity aims to improve life for disadvantaged people through education, recreation and support groups. We provide programmes for adults with learning difficulties and run social activities for elders. Trinity is also a base for independent groups and for events, activities and projects, as well as a Day Care Nursery. Trinity partners with other organisations particularly in training and health.
The Snowdrop Project
Associations, Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Social welfareSnowdrop Project exists to empower survivors of human trafficking to live lives that are no longer defined by their past and we work to reduce the risk of those vulnerable to this crime.We provide support to survivors through 1:1 caseworking, befriending and community activities to empower survivors to live independently.
Friends Of Hec Charitable Trust
Associations, EducationTO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT "ECOLE DES HAUTES ETUDES COMMERCIALES" (HEC) THE AWARD OF SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS OF HEC THE GRANT OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESEARCH AND PEDAGOGICAL PROJECTS
Cmss
Associations, Health, Social welfareProvision of day services and social activities for adults with Cerebral Palsy and associated disabilities
The Grand Charity
AssociationsThe objects of the Charity shall be to support such charitable institutions, objects or purposes as the Trustees shall in their absolute discretion from time to time determine.
The Greenwich Carers Centre
Associations, Charitable activities, Social care, Social welfareWe offer a range of services for all adult carers and the people they care for in and around the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Our facilities at The Stables SE7 provide a hub for carers and those needing support; offering respite, advocacy, emotional support, social activities, information and advice. We work with statutory partners to involve carers in strategic and developmental decisions.
Friends Of St Nicholas Fields
Associations, Charitable activities, Environment, Leisure- To preserve and conserve the area known as St Nicholas Fields for the benefit and education of the public.- To educate the residents of York in principles and benefits of environmental and conservation issues and sustainability including recycling and waste reduction- To provide facilities for residents with the aim of improving their conditions of life through social welfare and leisure
Friends Of B'ezri
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThe Charity raises funds from the public for the relief of poverty
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many associations charities are there in the UK?
There are 20,584 registered associations charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the associations charities by income?
The National Autistic Society is the largest by latest reported annual income (£102.0m). 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 associations charities?
Associations charities reported a combined annual income of £2.3bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for associations charities?
Across all associations charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 89.7%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of associations charities?
Associations charities have an average annual income of £103k. 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.