Beneficiary group Charities That specialise in Women
Discover 3,317 Beneficiary group charities that specialise in women. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Armed Forces Widows And Bereaved Families Association (uk)
Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo improve conditions for War Widows and Widowers and to keep them informed of legislation that may affect them. To keep the government informed of their needs and circumstances.
The Bangladesh Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HousingWelfare Rights Advice, Hostel Accommodation, Community Education, ICT Project,Multilingual Medical Advice, Women Affairs, Elderly Project, Cultural Activities, Library & Information Services, Community Development/Liaison.
Charities Administered By The British Federation Of Women Graduates
Beneficiary group, EducationThe Charity awards scholarships to women in their third year of doctoral studies at British universities on the basis of overall academic excellence. The awards are offered once a year following assessment by academics of submitted applications and then interview of short-listed candidates.
Builders' Benevolent Institution
Beneficiary groupThe objects of the Institution is the assistance of:- Persons in need who have been (or who are) engaged in the building trade as Master Builders, and- The wives, widows and children of any such persons being in need of assistance.
Women's Institute - Solihull
Associations, Beneficiary groupA relaxed and friendly group, meeting several times a month, for outings; lunches; coffee mornings; with excellent speakers. Discussions on local and global topics, along with activities organised by County and National Federations are also well supported. The upkeep of our beautifully equipped Hall is helped by bookings from local groups
The Provincial Grand Lodge Of Hertfordshire Benevolent Fund
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareProvide for the benefit of distressed masons their widows or children or to or for the benefit of such Masonic charities or other charitable institutions societies and objects as the Trustees shall in their absolute discretion think fit.
The Retired Ministers' And Widows' Fund
Beneficiary groupTo assist necessitious persons who are: (1) Retired ministers or (2) Widows or widowers of ministers or retired ministers of unitarian free churches, congregational, presbyterian, united reform and of the baptist denominations in England and Wales. Grants paid can be either annual and/or one-off grants. They are at the discretion of the trustees following consideration of written applications.
The Drayton Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, LeisureThe Drayton Centre is a community building serving the residents of Drayton and Farlington managed by a group of Trustees. It provides a venue for various activities for all ages ranging from maternity classes to over 60's Singing Group, art and crafts to exercise classes. It is also available for private hire and concerts.
Hindu Cultural Society
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social careSocial, cultural, religious and educationalWe hold monthly cultural programmes, on two days the senior citizens meet at the day centre, the ladies meet bymonthly in their own group EKTA,
The National Benevolent Society Of Watch And Clock Makers
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareThe giving of grants to beneficiaries to relieve sickness, disability, infirmity and financial needs of those persons who have been engaged in any branch of the watch and clock trades and their widows or widowers
The Speedwell Girl's Club
Beneficiary group, HeritageThe object of the charity is to run and maintain the grade 2 listed property for the benefit of the local community.The management committee receives income from the rental of the hall to local groups and from the rental of the residential properties - a cottage and 3 flats - to individuals.
Shree Prajapati Association (uk)
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Leisure, Social welfareCharity organises various fundraising activities such as sporting events, women's groups, youth activities, etc.It provides grants to individuals and organisations, mainly from the Prajapati community, for the purpose of furthering their education and for the relief of poverty and sickness. Also supports diaster relief
Thame District Girl Guides Association
Associations, Beneficiary groupHAS A FULL STRUCTURED PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN AGED 5 YRS -65 YRS. GIRLGUIDING ENABLES GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN TO DEVELOP THEIR POTENTIAL TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO THE WORLD.
Hambleton Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureFrom Mums & Toddlers, Tennis, Bowls,-Ballet & Tap Dancing, Pilates, Weight Watchers, Sequence Dancing, Social Dancing, Social Singing Group, Knitting & Sewing club, Remote Control Model Truck Club,
Spencers Wood Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureThe charity manages and maintains the hall as a community asset for use by the residents of Spencers Wood. The hall is self-funding and used by several local groups / clubs including Babies, Toddlers, Girl Guiding, Badminton, Drama, Karate, Needles and Natter, Seated Exercise classes and Board Games as well as holding a monthly Farmers Market and Repair Cafe. www.swvh.org.uk
County Of Stockport Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGIRLGUIDING STOCKPORT IS PART OF A WORLDWIDE MOVEMENT, ENABLING GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN TO FULFIL THEIR POTENTIAL TO TAKE AN ACTIVE AND RESPONSIBLE ROLE IN SOCIETY THROUGH OUR DISTINCTIVE, STIMULATING AND ENJOYABLE PROGRAMMES OF ACTIVITIES DELIVERED BY OUR TRAINED VOLUNTEER LEADERS.
West Yorkshire North Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportEnables girls & young women to fulfill their potential to take an active & responsible role in society through its distinctive stimulating & enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.The aim is to help girls and young women develop emotionally, mentally, physically & spiritually so they can make a positive contribution to their community & the wider world.
Girlguiding Caernarfonshire
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe charity has units all over the County of Caernarfonshire. The charity is for girls only aged from 5 years upwards and leaders are female with male support members. Girl Guiding caernarfonshire is part of a World organisation of Girl guiding.
Turkish Women's Philanthropic Association Of England
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, LeisureGeneral money rising activities ,sponsored walks,day trips,outings, annual ruffle,lunches.We have Sunday teas open to members with educational talks.Every Friday is drop in day for elderly and others.We provide yoga classes for elderly and others every week and hand craft and embroidery classes for members and others.We visit elderly and sick persons at Hospitals and homes mainly in North London.
Lighthouse Family Trust
Beneficiary group, HealthThe trust provides counselling for those who are pregnant and worried, who have post abortion problems or distress about a miscarriage. Free pregnancy testing is available. The counselling is for men as well as women
The Grenada Voluntary Hospital Committee
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social careThe main charity activities of the Grenada Voluntary Hospital committee are donation the three hospitals in Grenada with special attention to the children ward and most recent the female wards. The charity also donated and will continue to give donations to, medical/health/sickness, projects in Grenada, people with disabilities, children homes, religious activities, elderly. Donations to other org
The Womens Council
Beneficiary group, Social welfareTWC promotes friendship between women in UK and the countries of Asia, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, where it supports the training of workers - particularly women - working in the field of disability in the community with the aim of improving the care and promoting the Inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream education and other opportunities within their communities.
The Mothers' Union (salisbury Diocese Branch)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Crime and Justice, Economic and community developmentWe reach out to families by organising parenting groups, parent & toddler groups and marriage preparation resources, family holidays, support for families at our local prisons and women's refuges and a commitment to uphold members around the world in our prayers. Since September 2010 we have employed, with the help of grants, a Community Development Co-ordinator to facilitate this work.
Queenswood Parents Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationTo provide a link for parents with the school; to raise funds to be applied for the benefit of the girls at the school; and to provide opportunies for parents, girls and staff to meet in a social context.
The County Federation Of Womens Institutes, Isle Of Wight
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesOrganising events and classes to enable women to develop new skills and to give them opportunities to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many women beneficiary group charities are there in the UK?
There are 3,317 registered women beneficiary group charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the women 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 women beneficiary group charities?
Women 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 women beneficiary group charities?
Across all women 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 women beneficiary group charities?
Women 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.