Beneficiary group Charities That specialise in Women
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The Guide Association Derbyshire
Associations, Beneficiary groupProgramme and activities offered to all it's voluntary members incorporating the five key features that provide the basis of effective guiding - those being 1) working together in small groups 2) decision making as individuals & groups 3) a girl led balanced and varied programme 4) care for the individual member and their fulfilment 5) a shared commitment to a common standard.
Thomas Howell's Trust
Beneficiary group, EducationThe advancement of education through the distribution of the net income of the Trust to Howell's School, Llandaff in South Wales for the maintenance of the girls' school, and the provision of more general educational support for young people throughout North Wales via Thomas Howell's Education Fund for North Wales.
Chawton House Library
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageTo promote study and research into early women's literature.To protect restore and preserve Chawton House, Hampshire and the surrounding estate for the benefit of the public.
Salford Lads' And Girls' Club
Beneficiary groupSalford Lads & Girls Club, founded in 1903, is a cherished heritage site & one of the UK's most iconic youth clubs. Our mission is to brighten young lives & make good citizens, through a wide range of activities. Rooted in over a century of community spirit, we continue to provide a safe & inclusive space where young people can explore their potential, build confidence, and create lasting memories
North East England Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary groupGIRLGUIDING NORTH EAST ENGLAND IS PART OF GIRLGUIDING UK WHOSE STATEMENT OF PURPOSE IS TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN TO HELP THEM DEVELOP EMOTIONALLY, MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY AND SPIRITUALLY SO THAT THEY CAN MAKE A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO THEIR COMMUNITY AND THE WIDER WORLD.
Amadudu Women's Refuge
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareObjective is to work for the promotion of any charitable purposes for the benefit of women and children experiencing domestic violence, by the advancement of education, the protection of health and the relief of poverty, sickness and distress. The Charity provides temporary accommodation and is specialised primarily but not exclusive to needs of Black and Ethnic Minority women and children.
The Girls' Brigade England And Wales
Beneficiary groupThe mission of The Girls' Brigade England and Wales is centred on working with local churches to enable (primarily) girls and young women to engage with the Christian gospel.
Women's Engineering Society
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationPromotes education, training & practice of engineering among women. Increases public awareness of women in engineering. Forum for the exchange of opinions for women with interests in engineering. Sustains contacts with women engineers on career breaks & facilitates their return to paid employment. Ensures voice of women engineers is heard in Government & policy-making institutions.
S A D A C C A Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure-Day care and homecare for the elderly and disabled-Study support for children underarchieving in core curriculum subjects in main stream schools-Training projects for youths in IT, decorating, painting, woodworking and plumbing.-Providing accomodation for Men's and Women's groups who engage in various activities such as recreation, health and fitness training and sewing.
Centre 56 Limited
Beneficiary group, HousingThe charity assists parents and children who are in necessitous circumstances, in particluar those families who have suffered from violence or maltreatment in their homes and families in crisis.
The Grimsby Pastures For The Benefit Of The Enrolled Freemen Of Grimsby
Beneficiary groupBENEFITS DIVIDED ANNUALLY AMONG SUCH FREEMEN AND WIDOWS OF FREEMEN OF GRIMSBY WHOSE NAMES ARE REGISTERED ON THE PASTURES ROLL OF THE ENROLLED FREEMEN OF GRIMSBY IN ANY ONE YEAR.
Bury St Edmunds Women's Aid Centre Limited
Beneficiary group, Health, Heritage, Housing, Social welfareWe provide support and accommodation for people affected by Domestic Abuse. We offer temporary accommodation in a safe and supportive refuge where women and their children can recover from the traumatic effects of Domestic Abuse and make informed choices. We also offer a range of community services, courses and counselling to support women to rebuild their lives after abuse.
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst
Beneficiary group, Education, Health, Religion, Social welfareThe Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy was founded for the purpose of the education of the poor and for the help of those in any kind of need. The convent became St Margaret's Convent. The Sisters engage in a variety of ministries, working in schools, aprishes, hospitals, day centres and outreach.
The Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Charitable Trust
Beneficiary groupThe Charity supports the work of Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust in providing the best possible healthcare for patients and to support research that will benefit patients at the Trust and elsewhere.
Hebron Trust
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe provide resources for women suffering hardship and distress. We provide medium-term high quality residential accommodation and well-being support for women in a way that promotes each woman's independence.
The Women's Royal Army Corps Association (incorporating Queen Mary's Army Auxiliary Corps And Auxiliary Territorial Service Comrades Association)
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesMaintaining contact between former members of the QMAAC, ATS and WRAC and women still serving in the ARMY.Fostering esprit de Corps, comradeship and welfare.To relieve those in need by making grants or providing or paying for goods, services or facilities for them.
The Margaret Beaufort Institute Of Theology
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe charity's activities are to advance religious and theological education, particularly of Roman Catholic women in furtherance of this object the charity is a member of The Cambridge Theological Federation, provides teaching and open lectures, fosters a community of study and prayer, and undertakes research into areas relevant to the charitable objects.
The Society Of All Saints Sisters Of The Poor (commonly Called Society Of All Saints)
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Housing, Religion, Social care, Social welfareThe Charity provides a ministry of hospitality to visitors, retreatants and some vulnerable people, on the main site and at Winson, at no fixed charge. Sisters provide spiritual direction, priestly and pastoral ministry in Oxford and Richmond,London.Gardens are maintained.The Charity is landlord to St John's Care Home, The Friary OFM and Helen & Douglas House, all on the Oxford site.
Danish Young Women's Christian Association In London
Associations, Beneficiary group, Housing, ReligionThe Charity's object is to advance the Evangelical-Lutheran faith with the principle aim of offering a Danish support network for young Danes in London in co-operation with the Danish Church in London, based on the Evangelical-Lutheran faith. As part of DSUK the Charity seeks to achieve its aim through providing a Christian home and meeting place for young Danes in the UK.
The Mrs Henrietta Frances Le Personne Benevolent Trust
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social careThe Le Personne Trust provides sheltered housing for the benefit of elderly needy women in north Tandridge, Surrey, giving priority to those who are, or have been, long term residents of Caterham or, more exceptionally, for the benefit of those living further away but having family connections to Caterham and the surrounding area.
The Womens' Centre Sutton
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Health, Social welfareSupport and services for women to improve lives and status for all women in the area. Counselling, Freedom Programme for victims of domestic/sexual abuse. IT support for women returning to work, English as a Second Language classes, creche facilities, mother and toddler group. Activities such as Art Therapy and various workshops
Good News Family Care (homes) LTD
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social welfareProviding support to families in need, particularly mothers fleeing domestic abuse. Providing recovery support from substance misuse dependancies to women and accommodation whilst this support is offered. Providing support & education services to non-resident beneficiaries through a range of farm-based skills development and confidence building activities.
Women For Well Women
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Social welfareA dedicated women only safe space and service ran by women for women.Provide emotional health and wellbeing support including counselling, support groups, programmes and courses signposting, advocacy support.Practical and emotional support for domestic abuse victims and their families. Support to women in the criminal justice system or at risk of offending.
Congregation Of The Sisters Of Saint Anne
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe Congregation of the Sisters of St Anne Charitable Trust aims to support the religious and other charitable works carried on by the members of the Congregation and to care for those members throughout their lives with the Congregation. The ministries include - Social pastoral work, operation of a residential and care establishment and caring for the members of the Congregation.
Guides Cymru
Associations, Beneficiary group, SocietyGirlguiding Cymru is the largest organisation for girls and young women in Wales. It offers an unique environment where they can grow and develop in a safe, girl only space. The programme of activities is relevant to today's girl and actively promotes equality and diversity. Guiding gives girls and young women a voice.
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.