Associations Charities
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East London Cares Limited
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareA community network of young professionals and older neighbours hanging out and helping one another in a rapidly changing city. Through Social Clubs, one-to-one Love Your Neighbour friendships, Outreach and Community Fundraising, the charity aims to reduce loneliness and isolation amongst older and younger Londoners, improve wellbeing, confidence and power, and bridge social/generational divides.
Hastings & Rother YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, LeisureHastings & Rother YMCA opened in its present building in 1970 and a third generation of local people use its services. Over 850 children, young people & families come to its sports and activities each week. It offers roller skating and a wide range of sporting activities. Their youth offer includes, youth clubs and training in many forms. The well-respected Jigsaw Nursery is accommodated here too.
Adastra Hall Hassocks Community Association
Associations, FacilitiesOperation of a community centre, Adastra Hall
Liskeard Lions Club (cio)
Arts, AssociationsProvide support local residents and groups for the benefit of the community, and annual events such as the carnival and pantomime.
Crosby And District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupTHE PURPOSE OF SCOUTING IS TO PROMOTE 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.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St. Mary The Virgin, Felpham
Associations, Religion, Social welfareWe are a church providing religious services and social activities to the people of the parish of Felpham, Bognor Regis
The Hampshire County Federation Of Women's Institutes
Associations, Beneficiary groupHCFWI is an educational and social charity helping women to help themselves, their families and their communities
Totley Rise Methodist Church
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, ReligionWorship Services, Prayer Meetings, Fellowship Groups, Children's Work, Community Activities, Christian Teaching
Victoria Hall Harrow
Associations, Economic and community developmentA charitable organisation facilitating community activities enabling cohesion of the local community by hiring out halls to the local community enabling activities to take place.
New Forest District Scout Association
Associations, Beneficiary groupTo promote 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.
The Bognor Regis Friends Of The Hospitals
Associations, Health, HeritageTo provide patients in the Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital with comforts and amenities including facilities, buildings & equipment not normally available through the NHS & in certain circumstances to subscribe towards specialised equipment located or to be located at other hospitals which also serve our community.
Lower Grange Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, FacilitiesLower Grange Community Association is a voluntary lead Charitable Incorporated Organisation and has the responsibility to run and manage Lower Grange Youth & Community Centre within the Bradford West District.
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital
Associations, HealthThe charity provides amenities to improve the comfort of the patients & staff of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Medical research is also supported & substantial grants made for works of improvement benefiting patients, staff & visiting relatives. The charity is able, from time to time, to purchase medical & surgical equipment which the Trust is unable to fund from its own budget.
Rush Green Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe Association has been providing services primarily for the local community in the wider area around Rush Green, Romford and Dagenham areas for over 30 years.Our Centre Charter emphasises our key aims to welcome people, foster a climate of respect and act as a broker for the community to provide opportunity, nurture aspiration and support to local residents, their friends, and thier families
Swindon Therapy Centre For Multiple Sclerosis
Associations, Health, Leisure, Social welfareAn inclusive charity dedicated to helping people lead happy, healthy, independent lives. Primarily known for supporting those with neurological conditions, some therapies help other conditions too. The Centre provides practical therapies, including hyperbaric oxygen, physio-led gym, exercise, yoga, pilates and tai chi classes, counselling and social activities.
Haswell And District Mencap
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social careHaswell & District Mencap operate from a purpose built building in the heart of the community. Our main target group are people with a learning disability, their carers and the wider community. Our services and activities include daycare, sport and social groups, carer support, advocacy, a catering and a furniture social enterprise. We are also a Gateway Beacon Club and have Gateway Active Status.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Thomas' And St Mary Magdalene Stockton Heath, Cheshire
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionFurthering the worship of the congregation and reaching out to the whole community to suuport and nurture.Holding religious services. Providing buildings for the same and for community activities
Refugees Welcome North Somerset
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Social welfareCollecting and distributing aid and essential items for asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants arriving in North Somerset. Welcome Centre for education, social activities and access to free shopPop up 'welcome cafe' sessions where people can socialise, access support and practice their English. A member led lunch provision.Befriending to support with appointments and integration
Oswestry Lions Club (cio)
Associations, Charitable activities, Saving of livesCharitable Services and grants to deserving causes generally within the geographical area of Oswestry and the immediate surrounding area, exceptionally to help support national disasters, appeals and other similar deserving causes.
Isle Of Wight Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe IW Scout Council provides advice, guidance, information and training to the Scout Groups on the Isle of Wight, to enable them to undertake a varied programme of activities for our young people in line with the principles and objectives of the Scouting movement.
The Dads Lane Community Association
AssociationsPromoting WellbeingTo promote the wellbeing of residents, without distinction, in the Stirchley/Hazelwell/Kings Heath area.Building CommunityTo work with others to improve all aspects of life and to foster community spirit for the achievementof these and other charitable objects.Creating SpaceTo operate a community facility in furtherance of the charitable objects.
5th Beckenham South Scout Group
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.
Elimhouse Community Association Southwark
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe main activities of the organisation is a full time day community care for older people (5 days per week) for older people (Over 60s) in particularly but not exclusively Caribbean and African in residents in the London Borough of Southwark, Activities provide ensures access to community care, leisure time occupation and community care activities, support and services for the elderly.
Warwickshire Freemasons' Charitable Foundation
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe furtherance and promotion of such exclusively charitable purposes as the Charity Trustees may in their absolute discretion from time to time determine, and in particular, but without restriction the relief of poverty among Freemasons, their families, other dependent relatives in the UK who are in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
Birmingham Tree People
Associations, Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentBirmingham TreePeople aims to plant, establish and advocate for trees in Birmingham. We provide free training and organise community activities relating to trees. We are also a registered training centre for the Skills Education Group Level 2 in Arboriculture. We survey trees across the city and use this data in our decision making and advocacy work.
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.