Associations Charities
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YMCA North Tyneside
Associations, Beneficiary group, HousingChildren and Young people, Health & Wellbeing, Supported Accommodation and Housing, Training & Education.
Friends Of Wiznitz Limited
Associations, Charitable activities, Education, Religion, Social welfareSupporting Orthodox Jewish religious education, the advancement of the Orthodox Jewish Religion and the relief of poverty by grant-making to institutions and individuals and allowing the use of a building as a school.
Worcestershire YMCA Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Crime and Justice, Education, FacilitiesWorking from our own accommodation units, community centres, schools and prison, we provide a preschool nursery, management of children's centres, play workers in prison, schools work, youth work including the support of young people towards independent living, 'move on' accommodation and support for vulnerable adults.
Governors Of The Charity For Relief Of The Poor Widows And Children Of Clergymen (commonly Called Clergy Support Trust)
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Professions, Social welfareClergy Support Trust, formerly Sons & Friends of the Clergy, is a clergy support charity established in 1655. Our mission is to support Anglican clergy families through difficult times, whether caused by financial hardship, health problems or other difficulties. We do this mainly through cash grants to individual beneficiaries and through working with other clergy wellbeing organisations.
YMCA St Helens
Associations, Beneficiary group, Housing, LeisureThe provision of supported housing and support services.The provision of Training /Foyer facilities for residents and the general public.The provision of Sports & Fitness facilities.The provision of Childcare Facilities.The provision of Youth Services.
YMCA Wolverhampton
Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, HousingThe YMCA's vision is of an inclusive Christian movement, tranforming communities so that all young people truly belong, contribute and thrive. We fulfill this vision through supported housing for homeless young people, family support and childcare, drug and alcohol programmes, community learning activities together with community and youth work.
YMCA Leicestershire
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Y is a diverse community organisation whose mission is to empower young people to achieve skills, independence and fulfillment through access to supported accommodation, education, arts and sports.
The National Federation Of Women's Institutes Of England, Wales, Jersey, Guernsey And The Isle Of Man
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyProvides national coordination for the WI organisation; advances the education of women and girls in important local and national political and social issues, music, drama and other cultural subjects, agriculture, crafts, home economics, science, health and social welfare; promotes sustainable development; advances health and advances citizenship by promoting civic responsibility and volunteering.
Witton Lodge Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, Health, HousingWitton Lodge Community Association owns and manages over 200 homes for social and market rent, including a 40-apartment Independent Living Scheme. Working with the local community and partners, the Association supports local people with jobs and skills, a range of advice services, health and wellbeing initiatives and environmental projects, to help people live healthier lives.
German Young Men's Christian Association In London
Associations, Beneficiary groupTo provide support and advice to those of German origin living in London on a temporary or permanent basis and to those of the local community.
Manchester YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Manchester YMCA operates a sports and fitness centre (The Y Club) in Manchester city centre. It also operates a subsidiary company, Castlefield Hotel Limited. Manchester YMCA aims to build strong families and strong communities through programmes aimed at self development and personal growth.
YMCA Cheshire Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, HousingSupported housing and training for vulnerable young people.
St Anthony Of Padua Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Social welfareSt. Anthony of Padua Community Association is a registered charity, commited to enabling all people to develop to their full potential.Building up a combination of services, answering some of the most fundamental challenges that face our community.We are committed to adapting these services to meet the ever changing needs of the many vulnerable and disadvantaged people within our community.
Creative Youth Network
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareOpportunities, courses and activities for young people with a focus on excellence in the arts and those most disadvantaged in our society. Maintenance and provision of buildings for youth and other community activities.Provision of Youth Services
The University Of Haifa UK
Associations, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe object of the Charity is to raise funds for the advancement of education in association with and relating to the charitable educational activities of The University of Haifa.
Jle
Associations, Charitable activities, ReligionTo provide education and training for young Jewish people.To provide funds for students.
Essex County Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupDevelopment 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.
The Radley Foundation
Associations, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe primary aim is the creation of a substantial endowment for Radley College in the form of a central fund, the capital as well as the income of which can be used for the support of Radley. Various initiatives are used for fundraising, with major gifts and legacies being sought. The Foundation is presently funding bursaries for those unable to pay Radley's fees, and supporting various projects.
Friends Of Westonbirt Arboretum
AssociationsThe Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum operates the membership scheme for Westonbirt, the National Arboretum in Gloucestershire. It aims to further public enjoyment and knowledge of this world renowned tree collection and to secure its sustainable future through engaging and informing visitors and members and by giving financial and practical support for the management and development of the site.
Harpenden Mencap
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social care, Social welfareHarpenden Mencap was first formed in 1959 as a parental support group. The organisation has expanded over the years and now provides services for adults with learning disabilities including supported living, domiciliary care, employment support and social activities.
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew
Associations, FacilitiesTHE PURPOSE OF THE CHARITY IS TO SUPPORT THE OBJECTS OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW.IT RAISES VOLUNTARY INCOME FROM TWO PRINCIPAL SOURCES FOR THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW: FUNDS RAISED THROUGH ITS LEGACY PROGRAMME; AND RETURNS FROM ITS ENDOWMENT VIA INVESTED FUNDS.
The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution
Associations, Health, HousingThe main activity is the provision of approximately 1096beds for Residential, Dementia, and Nursing care in 17 Homes throughout England and Wales. In addition the Charity runs approximately 145 sheltered units for those who seek independence and can still look after themselves. Many of these tenants later become residents in the Homes.
Nottinghamshire Women's Aid Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Housing, Social welfareNottinghamshire Women's Aid was established to support women, children and young people who had experienced domestic abuse be it physical, emotional and/or sexual. This includes emergency refuge accommodation, supported housing, IDVA , floating support and sanctuary schemes. There is a women, children and young people's centre offering information, support, OFSTED creche and social activities.
Ahavat Shalom Charity Fund
Associations, Charitable activitiesFunds are raised via donations and saved for grants to Israel and the UK for educational purposes.
Birkenhead Young Men's Christian Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, HousingProviding quality supported housing for homeless people, many of whom present with a range of complex health and mental health issues and addictions.Training and other support services to aid residents to progress towards "move on" to permanent residence, employment and independent living within a defined timescale. Additional services to the wider community
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many associations charities are there in the UK?
There are 10,993 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 £1.1bn 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 89.2%. 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 £90k. 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.