Associations Charities
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British Friends Of The Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem
Associations, HeritageThe charity's aims are to support the Bible Lands Museum in Jerusalem. It does this by administering the trust fund and its income and applying them for the furtherance of education. The policies adopted in furtherance of these objects are to distribute the funds as and when the trustees see fit.
Friends Of Mir
AssociationsRaising financial support for the Mir Yeshiva
West Lancashire County Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe aim of the West Lancashire County Scout Council is that of The Scout Association; the purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential; as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
Friends Of Animals League
AssociationsAnimal Sanctuary and Rehoming Centre
Northdale Horticulture
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Leisure, Social welfareTo provide training and work in horticulture,allied skills, arts and crafts for vulnerable adults including people with a learning disability and/or mental health problem. This by establishing special services at Northdale and ABLE providing work-based and social activities, and work experience in Hambleton & Richmondshire, The aim is to promote continuing education and sheltered/open employment.
YMCA Cornwall
Associations, Beneficiary groupYMCA Cornwall seeks to serve the community in Cornwall with an emphasis on the young, by providing them with a stimulating and supportive environment, enabling them to enrich their lives and the lives of others.Activities include supported accommodation in Penzance and surrounding areas to enable and empower people of all ages and in particular young people, to flourish through care and support.
Age UK Bromsgrove Redditch And Wyre Forest
Associations, Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareProvision of services for older people in the Council areas of Wyre Forest, Bromsgrove and Redditch.Services include Help at Home, Befriending, Social Activities, Information and Advice.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of All Saints Woodford Wells
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionPublic worship open to all.Promoting the mission of the Church through activities for senior citizens, parents and toddlers, other special needs groups.Youth and children's activities with a Christian ethos.Pastoral work including the sick and bereaved.Teaching Christianity in varied groups and schools.Supporting Christian Mission organisations worldwide.Providing community activities.
Hastings Contemporary
Arts, Associations, HeritageThe charity is established for the purpose of the advancement of the visual arts by supporting the charitable activities of Hastings Contemporary and such other charitable activities and causes as are associated with or complementary to the activities of Hastings Contemporary.
1st Burnmoor Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Charity is a community based Scout Group. The Group is made up of 3 sections catering for boys and girls from the ages of 6 to 14 1/2. Each section has a varied programme of events throughout including camps, oudoor activites such as archery, wall climbing and orienteering. As well as outdoor pursuits the children take part in craft activities and are involved with the local community.
Friends Of Winchester Cathedral
Arts, Associations, Heritage, Religioni) to assist the Chapter in maintaining the fabric and monuments and the fittings and furnishings of Winchester Cathedral and its associated ground-works within the precincts; ii) to stimulate interest in the Cathedral; iii) to encourage and support activities calculated to preserve and beautify the Cathedral, its history and music.
Friends Of Achiezer Arad
Associations, Social welfarePay or apply the whole of the income and the capital of the Trust Fund to or towards or in furtherance or for the benefit of such one or more charities, charitable institutions or charitable purposes in any part of the world in such shares and in such manner as the Trustees in their absolute discretion may from time to time determine and in particular for the relief of poverty.
Paul's Place (south West)
Associations, Health, Social welfareOur aim is to enhance the lives of physically disabled adults and those with cognitive and sensory impairment, to support them to live life to the full. We provide social activities to connect people, build friendships, reducing loneliness and isolation. We encourage people to develop new skills and achieve independence. We develop opportunities for people to improve their health and wellbeing.
Winscombe Community Association
Associations, LeisureWe provide facilities for community hire for leisure , social, educational and local business benefit
Golders Green Beth Hamedrash Congregation
Associations, Religion, Social welfareThe charity provides religious services at the Golders Green Beth Hamedrash Synagogue, maintains the Synagogue building, promotes educational and social activities, raises and distributes funds for charitable purposes, and offers burial facilities.
The League Of Friends Of The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital
Associations, Charity and VCS support, HealthRaising money for the Royal Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital in order to purchase much needed equipment not provided by the NHS Trust.
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity
Associations, Health, Professions, Religion, ResearchThe FoMSH supports Michael Sobell House the hospice and centre for palliative care at Mount Vernon Hospital. The unit embraces a philosophy that is compatible with hospice care and is supported by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, social workers, counsellors, physiotherapists, occupational and complementary therapists, housekeepers and administration staff.
British Friends Of Igud Hakolelim B'yerushalayim
Associations, Religion, Social welfareTHE FURTHERANCE OF JEWISH RELIGION AND JEWISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND THE ALLEVIATION OF POVERTY AMONG THE JEWISH COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
Manor Farm Community Association
Associations, LeisureTO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL, LEISURE, RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE RESIDENTS OF WALSALL IN PARTICULAR THOSE OF HATHERTON, RUSHALL
Horseworld Trust
Animals, Associations, Beneficiary group, HousingEnsuring quality of life for horses ponies & donkeys by providing a healthy & secure future. Operating an effective rescue rehabilitation & rehoming programme actively promoting & encouranging responsible equine ownership. Supporting & working closely with local communities & organisations. Educating children with emotional behavioural & learning difficulties through our Discovery Programme.
The Malvernian Society Limited
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, EducationRaises funds from former pupils and friends of Malvern College in order to make grants to Malvern College and means-tested grants to former pupils of Malvern College doing training or research work.
Welsh Centre For International Affairs / Canolfan Materion Rhyngwladol Cymru
AssociationsThe Welsh Centre for International Affairs' vision is that everyone in Wales contributes to creating a fair and peaceful world. To achieve this, our mission is to inspire learning and action on global issues. Please also see the TAR.
Kirklees Community Association
Associations, Housing, LeisureThe principal objectives of the company are to promote a range of community facilities including housing, educational, recreational, cultural and general community benefits in the Kirklees area
The Guide Association London And South East England Region
Associations, Beneficiary group, EnvironmentLeaders enabled Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Senior Section members to enjoy a full programme of activities following the Guide Association programme for young girls and women.
Shrewsbury School Foundation
Associations, EducationShrewsbury School: founded by Royal Charter in 1552; one of the 'Great' public schools in the 1868 Clarendon Commission. The Shrewsbury School Foundation: established in 1965; thought to be the first charitable foundation associated with a British Independent School. It exists to create, support and enhance the provisions of Shrewsbury School, including its commitment to means tested bursaries.
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.