Beneficiary group Charities That specialise in Families
Discover 1,924 Beneficiary group charities that specialise in families. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Refuge
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Crime and Justice, Housing, Social welfareRefuge provides specialist support to women and children escaping domestic violence, modern slavery, human trafficking, forced prostitution, rape, forced marriage and 'honour' based violence. Services include: 24-hr national helpline, women's refuges, outreach and floating support, independent domestic and sexual violence advocates. We raise awareness and influence policy and legislative change.
Dementia UK
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, ProfessionsDementia UK provides specialist dementia support for families through our Admiral Nurse service. Admiral Nurses work alongside families, giving them the one-to-one support, expert guidance and practical solutions they need. Dementia UK also runs Admiral Nursing Direct, a free and confidential helpline for anyone with concerns about dementia.
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School)
Beneficiary group, Education, Housing, Saving of livesTo provide education in Cobham for boys from the ages of 11 - 18, and girls in the Sixth Form. The objects of the Foundation, as set down in the Act and Constitution, are to advance the education of boys or girls who have lost one or both parents through death, divorce, or other family disaster, and whose home life, as a result, is unsatisfactory, unhappy or abnormal.
St Christophers Hospice
Beneficiary group, HealthSt Christopher's Hospice exists to promote and provide skilled and compassionate palliative care of the highest quality. This high quality service is delivered to over 2,000 dying individuals and their families, friends and carers every year. We share our skills and expertise with others in the field through our extensive education and training programme and research into improving care.
Church Communities UK
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfareAdvancing the Christian faith and particularly establishing church communities where members devote themselves to the service of Jesus Christ that includes work, worship, apostolic mission, education and family life. We welcome visitors and give charitable assistance in support of peace, justice, reconciliation, non-violence, community, education, and alleviation of poverty and suffering.
The Pears Family Charitable Foundation
Beneficiary groupPears Foundation aims to benefit society by promoting understanding of key issues through research and educational programmes; driving engagement in social progress across the UK, particularly in young people and supporting organisations focused on wellbeing for everyone.
Thomas Coram Foundation For Children (formerly Foundling Hospital)
Beneficiary group, Health, HousingThrough services in adoption, supported housing, parents centre, family support and education, Coram works with vulnerable children, young people and their families, transforming their lives through practical help and support. We aim to build self-esteem and well-being, preparing children and young people for a fulfilling adult life.
Guild Care
Beneficiary group, Health, Social careOur aim is to deliver innovative and life-changing care services for older people and those living with dementia and to support children and young people affected by life limiting illnesses and disabilities . We also support their unpaid carers with respite services to enable them to enjoy a richer family and community life. We have a culture of continuous improvement for our customers.
The Saint John's School Foundation
Beneficiary group, Education, Professions, ReligionTo advance the education of boys and girls from the ages of 11 to 18. The provision of subsidised education for Foundationers (being children of Church of England or Church of Wales clergy of limited means). The provision of means-tested bursaries to pupils whose families would not otherwise be able to afford the full fees and thereby widen access to the education provided by the School.
Llamau Limited
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HousingLlamau provides an holistic service incorporating Family Mediation, Training, Advice & Advocacy, Supported Accommodation, Women's Refuges, Tenancy Support and Assertive Outreach to vulnerable homeless and potentially homeless young people and women. We support them to live independently in their communities, resolving immediate homelessness and preventing future homelessness.
Pss (uk)
Beneficiary groupPSS services are designed to plug the gaps and provide on the ground support to a wide array of people. We recognise when people are in need and find new and practical ways to get the most from life. We work with elderly and disabled people in the community, with families caught up in the criminal justice system or in need, and in a preventative way with families and people at risk
St Helena Hospice Limited
Beneficiary group, Health, Social care, Social welfareServing North Essex. Providing specialist palliative end of life care & bereavement services to patients, families and friends, advice & education to colleagues working in palliative care. Co-ordination of end of life services 24/7 including hosting an electronic end of life register. Education short courses & conferences.
Learning Disability Network London Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Housing, LeisureProviding quality services and creating new opportunities for people with learning disabilities and their families. Our services include registered care, supported housing, community support, leisure activities, short breaks, a drop in, playschemes, a children and family centre, a pre-school nursery, play and youth services and a family support service.
Havens Hospices
Beneficiary group, HealthThe Charity provides relief to children and adults suffering from any chronic or life limiting illness, via the provision of residential hospice care, day care, education, training and support for patients and their families (or other carers), provided both within the organisation and in the community. Our care is provided free of charge to people regardless of faith.
St Peter's Hospice
Beneficiary group, HealthSt Peter's Hospice is Bristol's only adult hospice caring for local people with life-limiting illnesses. Our commitment is to improve the quality of life of patients while extending care and support to their families and loved ones.
Phyllis Tuckwell Memorial Hospice LTD
Beneficiary group, HealthPhyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care (Phyllis Tuckwell Memorial Hospice Ltd) provides specialist supportive and end of life care to adult patients, their carers and families, living with an advanced or terminal illness, including cancer, neurological conditions, heart and lung disease, etc
Princess Alice Hospice
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, HealthAs specialists in end of life care, our primary objective is the care and support of our patients, their families and their friends. This takes place in both our extensive community and within our purpose built hospice. Education and research are important secondary objectives in our work, and like our patient care they are supported through our fundraising activities and our high street shops.
Pilgrims Hospices In East Kent
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Housing, Professions, Social care, Social welfareThe charity runs three hospices providing specialist palliative care services to patients through inpatient and day care, clinics, support at home from teams of community nurses and a 24-hour helpline. Families receive social, pastoral and bereavement support from teams of professionals at all three hospices. An education centre provides training and education for professionals and the public.
Target Housing Limited
Beneficiary group, HousingTarget provides housing and support services to vulnerable and marginalised adults and families. Target holds contracts with both local authorities and private sector organisations. As a registered social landlord Target is steadily developing its own property portfolio with the assistance of Charity Bank and Futurebulders England.
St Mary's School (calne)
Beneficiary group, EducationThe provision of boarding and day education for girls aged 11-18 at St Mary's School, Calne and day education for boys and girls at St Margaret's Preparatory School, Calne. In so doing, providing high quality education to students whose families do not otherwise have the financial means to fund independent education.
Goodenough College
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfare, SocietyGoodenough College provides residential accommodation for British and international postgraduate students and their families in central London. We deliver a vibrant community through a unique programme of intellectual, cultural and social activities in line with our values of global citizenship and social responsibility. The Burn offers accommodation and an academic retreat in Scotland.
Children With Cancer UK
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HealthOUR MAIN AIMS ARE TO UNDERSTAND WHAT CAUSES CHILDREN TO DEVELOP CANCER, TO DEVELOP IMPROVED TREATMENTS AND TO PROVIDE CARE FOR AFFECTED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. IT IS THE TRUSTEES' POLICY TO MAXIMISE THE PROPORTION OF CHARITABLE OUTPUT THAT IS ACHIEVED THROUGH GRANT MAKING TO ORGANISATIONS. IT IS INTENDED THAT THE CHARITY WILL FOCUS ON REVENUE FUNDING FOR RESEARCH INTO CAUSES AND TREATMENT.
St Catherine's British School
Beneficiary group, EducationTeaching & learning for British & foreign expatriate children and local Greek children. Providing national curriculum of England & Wales, IGCSE & I.B. Diploma programmes to children aged 3-18. Providing professional development for teachers & administrators. Providing bursaries, and assistance to a range of families, charitable donations to various individuals and organisations in need.
The Free Grammar School Of King Charles Ii At Bradford
Beneficiary group, EducationThe provision of a high-quality education to boys and girls in Bradford to boys and girls who would benefit from such a provision. Bursary awards are made to help fund the education of children whose families might otherwise struggle to afford the School's fees
Break
Beneficiary group, Social careBreak supports children, young people and families in four key areas - young people in care and moving on, children and young people with disabilities, families in need of support and children at risk.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many families beneficiary group charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,924 registered families beneficiary group charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the families beneficiary group charities by income?
British Heart Foundation is the largest by latest reported annual income (£410.6m). 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 families beneficiary group charities?
Families beneficiary group charities reported a combined annual income of £28.4bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for families beneficiary group charities?
Across all families beneficiary group charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 85.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of families beneficiary group charities?
Families beneficiary group charities have an average annual income of £1.0m. 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.