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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Killamarsh Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesWe are the modern voice for today's women. We play a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.
Burghfield Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, Social welfare, SocietyThe Women's Institute organisation is based on the ideals of friendship, truth, tolerance and justice. We aim to advance our member's education in citizenship, national and international affairs, music, drama, science, handicrafts, agriculture, home economics and health and social welfare. We seek to give members the opportunity of working together, and of putting into practice our ideals.
Bexleyheath & Crayford Waterside Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, ResearchThe WI is based on the ideals of fellowship, truth, tolerance and justice. All women who are interested in issues associated with rural life including arts, crafts and sciences, may join no matter what their views on religion or politics may be. The organisation is non-sectarian and non-party political.
Winturwell Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, Heritage, ProfessionsWe had a varied programme of talks on The Suffragettes, a Victorian Nurse (and scurrilous gossip), SS Great Britain and Unravelling the Secrets of Forged Signatures. Christmas songs were enjoyed - along with mince pies, and we all enjoyed painting on silk. Along with our meeting on Resolutions and our AGM plus a couple of quizes, we also managed monthly walks and Book Group.
African Women's Welfare Association
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Social welfareTHE CHARITY WORKS TO EMPOWER AFRICAN WOMEN IN ORDER TO TACKLE POVERTY, ILL HEALTH AND TRAUMA. THIS IS DONE THROUGH PROVISION OF TRAINING, ADVICE, COUNSELLING, MEDIATION AND ADVOCACY.
The Friends Of Newport Girls High School
Associations, Beneficiary group, EducationDonations by parents to enhance educational requirements of the pupilsExpenditure this year - £7,000 committed towards new build loan costs/furniture/resources
Pennard Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyTo improve and develop conditions for women in both rural and urban communities and advance the education of women in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects; also to secure instruction and training in of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare. To promote sustainable development by education.
Chandlers Ford Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareEducational Talks, Craft Group, Choir, Attend Workshops, Discuss Resolutions, Support Campains, Hold Social Events, Support Local Community Projects.
Ashurst Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareTO PROVIDE WOMEN WITH EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND THE CHANCE TO BUILD NEW SKILLS, AND TO TAKE PART IN A WIDE VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES. TO OFFER FRIENDSHIP WITHIN THE W.I. AND OTHER W.I.S
Barnham Broom And District Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe Womens Institute is a countrywide organisation and, as such, is a familiar one to the public. Our activities are not restricted to members but are also greatly concerned in assisting others locally.
Greenmount Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary groupSupport and education of women who are W.I. members from the Greenmount area. Support N.F.W.I. on suggestions and resolutions on which we vote at the A.G.M. Support Lancashire Federation W.I. in their events and training courses.
Brindle Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureBrindle Women's Institute meets once a month, we have speakers on many subject sometimes educational, sometimes local interest groups, handycrafts, hobbies or purely entertaining for our member. We also have outings, and help other local groups with their catering. Our members also support many of the Lancashire Federation events.
The Minerva Lodge No 250 Benevolent Fund
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThis is the Lodge's Charity fund for use for Charitable donations within the locality, mainly, though not exclusively to other charities and support of the widows of past Lodge members.
Sennocke Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureMonthly meetings; Art group; Gardening group; Walks group; Theatre outings; Leisure activities; educational visits. Support for local community. Assistance with W.I.District, Federation and National events.
Avon Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Heritage, Housing, ResearchEducation of women in its broadest sense - talks covering nature, science, fashion, home crafts, history: culture - theatre and places of interest visited: issues of the day discussed
Redcar District Guides
Beneficiary groupProgramme of activities, to be used during unit meetings, is supplied by the Guide Association resources. Variious charitable works are also undertaken under supervision of the leaders.
Neston Evening Womens Institute
Associations, Beneficiary groupWe provide women with the chance to develop their confidence, skills and awareness of their role as a emancipated citizens. We also benefit local community efforts where we can.
The Countess Mountbatten's Own Legion Of Frontiersmen
Beneficiary group, Saving of lives, SocietyTo help police,fire,search and rescue,lifeboat,civil defence,military and/or other emergency services and to acquire relevant and externally recognised skills .To provide financial and other assistance to aged and infirm members in need and to their wives, widows and children.To teach young members between the ages of 14 and 18 the principles of discipline, loyalty, service and good citizenship .
Kinoulton Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentTHE CHARITY IS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE LOCAL RURAL WOMEN'S COMMUNITY AND OTHERS. IT IS FOR THE FURTHERENCE OF SKILLS AND EDUCATION ALLOWING LOCAL WOMEN TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
The Llangarron Village Hall
Animals, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Housing, LeisureProvides a home for Llangarron short matt bowls club, which meets once a week on a Monday and also meets other days to play matches. Is also used for dog training and also for a weekly meeting of a ladies exercise club to do a yoga class.
Christ Church Roxeth And Harrow Company Of The Church Lads' And Church Girls' Brigade
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe stated aim of the brigade is: "Extend the Kingdom of Christ amongst lads and girls and to encourage faithful membership of the Church of England". Establish friendships between young people and adults in a caring and safe environment; Help young people and children to grow in confidence, develop their skills and abilities, and work together and show care and concern for others; Encourage young
Netherseale Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary groupWE HOLD MONTHLY MEETINGS, AWARENESS COFFEE MORNINGS AND ORGANISE SOCIAL ACTIVTIES IN OUR COMMUNITY, PROVIDING LOCAL WOMEN WITH A CHANCE TO HEAR AND BE HEARD AND TO BE SOCIALLY INTERACTIVE, REGARDLESS OF RACE, CREED OR POLITICAL LEANINGS.
Marshland St James Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentThe Womens Insitute Is based onthe ideals of fellowship, truth,tolerance and justice, embracing the interests of both rural and urban communities.The main purpose is to advancethe education of women and girls for the public benefit.
Girl Guiding West Moors
Associations, Beneficiary groupWE OPERATE UNDER GIRLGUIDING UK'S AIMS AND OBJECTIVES FOR YOUNG GIRLS FROM THE AGE OF FIVE TO LEARN SKILLS, EXPLORE POTENTIAL, CONSIDER OTHERS AND TO HAVE FUN.
Anchor Lodge Benevolent Fund 1337
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe relief of such poor and distressed Brother Masons or their poor and distressed widows and children or the benefit of such Masonic Charities or other Charitable institutions, Societies an objects as the Lodge shall direct
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.