Associations Charities
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Aspiring Communities Together
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo improve literacy skills, training, career guidance, advice in financial, welfare and legal matters, childcare assistance, youth work, after school study support for the Yemeni community and other BME communities in Sheffield.
Friends Of Mandritsara Trust
Arts, Associations, Education, HealthProvision of funds, prayers and personnel for the Good News project, including a 57-bed mission hospital, (offering surgery, X-ray, blood transfusion) and serving about 30,000 sq miles. Also a busy Community Health programme, a nursing training programme, primary and lower secondary schools, plus a Christian local radio station.
Friends Of Chichester Hospitals
Associations, Charitable activities, HealthThe Friends provide funds to supplement or enhance the resources of both hospitals for the benefit of patients and staff. This is achieved by operating a profitable, efficient Hospital Shop and Ward Trolley Service Additional funds are raised from legacies, by fund raisung activities and by a group of members who pay for life membership of ?50 or an Annual Subscription of ?10.
Sight Cymru
Associations, Charitable activities, Health, Social welfareServices to mitigate the impacts of sensory loss to people in Wales, including Eye Clinic support and Rehabilitation for the Vision Impaired, counselling, emotional support, befriending, activities, telephone helpline, social activities, training and a comprehensive resource centre offering advice, information and advocacy. The charity also encourages preventative strategies to avoid blindness
105th Sheffield (high Green) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupAs a Scout Group, we aim to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
Warwickshire Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. Warwickshire Scout Council carries out this purpose across Warwickshire via 8 Districts and local groups.
The UK Friends Of Georgetown Limited
Associations, EducationAdvancement of higher education.
Twilight Kindness
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfare1) Advocating to improve social well-being and connections among elderly people and their carers; and promoting intergenerational interactions thereby strengthening families and communities.2) Alleviating poverty among elderly people and carers with a focus on increasing access to food and financial crises support.
The Coventry Muslim Community Association Limited
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Leisure, Religion, Social careCMCA Ltd is a community resource centre providing advice and information on welfare rights, housing, immigration and nationality laws individual support sessions and advice on education, training and employment opportunities. Run adult education classes, sports and crafts activities (some for women only) ESOL, health promotion surgeries, creche and full day care nursery - social and cultural event
YMCA Taunton
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentBringing meaningful change to children, families and the community by developing innovative, inclusive, community-based solutions to social issues. Delivering the resources our community needs, particularly youth-minded but serving all ages; providing community activities, services and practical support which meet local needs, empowering all to reach their full potential in mind, body and spirit.
Healthy Living Projects Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, HousingThe Charity's objectives and principal activity is the provision of holistic care for the needy and the provision of education within the London Borough of Redbridge and surrounding areas. Activities include a drop in centre (The Welcome Centre) to help and support the homeless, refugees and asylum seekers. Projects also include Language classes, childcare and social groups for senior citizens.
Oasis Community Hub: Hadley
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, HealthTHE HUB PROVIDES A RANGE OF COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES IN THE PONDERS END AND ENFIELD LOCK COMMUNITIES. CURRENT ACTIVITY INCLUDES COMMUNITY BASED YOUTH WORK, OASIS YOUTH SUPPORT AT NORTH MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL, FAMILY SUPPORT, TRANSITION CLUBS, HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES, THE DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMUNITY SPACE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.
The Friends Of Wells Cathedral
Associations, Charitable activities, ReligionGrant making to Cathedral Chapter & Departments. Membership activities such as talks and outings.
Council For Cadet Rifle Shooting
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureCCRS promotes and organises the sport of target rifle shooting across the five Cadet Force youth movements (CCF, SCC, VCC, ACF and ATC) in the disciplines of air, .22 inch, 5.56mm and 7.62mm. The charity is also responsible for organising three international target rifle shooting teams: the UK Cadet Rifle Team (U17), the British Cadet Rifle Team (U18) and the GB U19 Rifle Team.
Barlow Moor Community Association Limited
Associations, Facilities, Leisure1) To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Barlow Moor and its invirons. In a common effort to advance education2) To provide facilities in the interest of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation 3) To secure the establishment of a community centre and to maintain and manage the same.4) such other purposes as may be charitable according to the law in England and Wales.
Kurdish And Middle Eastern Women's Organisation Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareWe provide one to one advice and counseling, organise workshops, seminars and conferences. We network with other women's organisation, advice the Government and other statutory bodies about issues relating to domestic and honour based violence. We provide training in ESOL, IT, confidence building and run a volunteering training programme and organise social activities for women and children.
Learn English At Home
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social welfareLEAH works with asylum seekers, refugees and migrants who are socially isolated due to their lack of English language. Our volunteer-led service provides one to one English language tuition face to face or online; small group classes in the community or online; trips and social activities; health and well being support; and education, employment and volunteering progression support
Longlevens (gloucester) Community Association
Associations, LeisureThe objectives of the charity provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation.
Friends Of Ibba Girls School, South Sudan
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe UK charity supports and funds a school for girls in Ibba, South Sudan. The school opened to its first intake of 40 girls in 2014. Each year about 40 more girls have joined, so that the school is now full with 360 girls in 2023. The school employs 40 people as teachers, matrons, cooks, cleaners, etc. The charity continues to raise funds to finance school buildings and operating costs.
Union Baptist Church High Wycombe
Associations, Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfareA Baptist Church running services for members and friends, social activities, social action in the local community and activities for children and young people aimed at spreading the gospel message and showing God's love through his people.
Friends Of New Earswick Swimming Pool
Associations, Education, LeisureWe manage, maintain and develop New Earswick Swimming Pool which we hire to local not-for-profit groups, commercial swim schools and local schools
British Friends Of Shalva
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Housing, Social careRaising funds for the Shalva Centre in Jerusalem, Israel. Shalva provides a respite home for children with severe mental and physical disabilities.
Northamptonshire YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary group, HousingThe YMCA provides both housing and community based activities to young people up to the age of 25, providing support for the most vulnerable in the Northamptonshire community.
Just Good Friends Club
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe Just Good Friends Club provides social activities for adults with learning disabilities in a safe environment.
The Grain House Trust
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Religion, Social welfareCommunicate the gospel of Jesus Christ by demonstrating His love within the community. Run numerous seminars & courses like Alpha for all those interested in the Christian faith that come to church & live in the local community. Relieve people in need & hardship, support parents, teenagers, children, the elderly & those with special needs through various church & community activities.
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.