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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Jamme Masjid Ghausia - Reading Islamic Centre (anjuman Muhibban-E-Rasool, Reading)
Beneficiary group, ReligionReading Islamic Centre provides a place of prayer and congregation for the Muslim community of Reading open to all men, women and children and elderly, and includes wedding and funeral services in accordance with the Islamic faith. Also it provides educational classes for both children and adults who are seeking to learn about Islam.
Salt Of The Earth
Beneficiary groupSalt of the Earth (SOTE) was founded in 1988 to support the work of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Tamil Nadu, India. SOTE currently supports programmes focused on women?s empowerment, income generation, health, education and environmental preservation.
The Norfolk County Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding UK, as part of a worldwide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders. The objective of Norfolk Guide Association is to promote all aspects of guiding in Norfolk.
The Sisters Of St Saviour's Priory
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social welfareA group of 11 sisters - some working as staff members in local parishes; One does complementary therapy & another dance workshops. Our priory premises are used to the full by local groups & individuals for meetings and quiet days. The Dunloe centre offers food, clothes & fellowship each week for the homeless & marginalised. The Sunday stall offers recycled goods at affordable prices as well as sup
All Stars Youth Club Limited
Beneficiary group, LeisureProviding sporting activities from the ages of 6 years upwards. Amateur Boxing, Kick Boxing / Muay Thai, Female Only Boxing, Fitness classes. Charity operates in Westminster, Brent, Camden, Kensington & Chelsea and all London Boroughs. Affiliated with England Boxing and London Youth.
South Yorkshire Federation Of Women's Institutes
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe Federation holds Spring and Autumn Council meetings. Educational Courses for those interested in the subject, to attend. Plus the sub committees hold events (days, evenings, afternoons) relating to their particular area. Monthly meetings are held in the 60 institutes throughout South Yorkshire with speakers or demonstrators on various and interesting subjects.
National Women's Register
Beneficiary groupNWR is a social organisation for women. It offers membership to women to join a local group or to become an independent member. Members take part in informal local group or online discussions and national and area workshops and conferences on a wide range of topics.
Somerset County Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureS.C.F.W.I have continued to offer opportunities for members to take advantage of many varied educational courses e.g. computer technology; food hygiene; bowls; photography etc. within Somerset.
Worthing Islamic Social And Welfare Society
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Religion, Social welfareThe advancement of the Islamic faith and the relief of poverty, i.e. by offering help to widows and widowers, the elderly, the disabled, the unemployed and the under-privileged generally in whatever way possible, and by helping to arrange and attend the burial of any deceased members and to assist the bereaved generally.
Africa Christian Teaching Services
Beneficiary group, EducationThe Charity promotes the Christian Religion and works with partners to help individuals in difficult circumstances, orphans and widows in particular. The charity is committed to education and does this by sponsoring children and establishing schools in East Africa.
Gloucestershire Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe organisation is set up as a voluntary movement for girls and women and its purpose is to enable girls and young women to develop their potential and to make a difference in the world. This is achieved within a mutually supportive structure of fun, friendship and personal challenge underpinned by spiritual and moral values.
Worcestershire Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding UK, as part of a worldwide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.
The Society Of The Women Of Nazareth (known As The Ladies Of The Grail)
Beneficiary groupThe purpose of the Society is, in a Christian context, to help individuals and groups to grow and develop. We express this in an openness to all and particularly in striving to heal and release the gifts of other persons and charitable groups, and in facilitating the creation of community and linking diverse groups within the society.
Women And Theatre (birmingham) Limited
Arts, Beneficiary groupWomen & Theatre use theatre and interactive drama, to promote the wellbeing of the whole community, to deepen understanding and affect change. The majority of its work is delivered in partnership with diverse organisations within arts, education, health and social care sectors.
The Women's Farm And Garden Association
Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureWomen Returners to Amenity Gardening Scheme (WRAGs), training courses, workshops, seminar, tours, newsletters, membership of WFGA and the funding initiative 'The Christine Ladley Fund, garden visits and work experience opportunities.
Cambridgeshire East Guides
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding, as part of a worldwide Movement, enables young girls and women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through a programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.
Warwickshire Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding Warwickshire, as a part of a worldwide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible part in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.
The Master Pilots And Seamen Of The Corporation Of The Trinity House, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe main activities of the charity are the examination and licensing of deep sea pilots, the relief of poor mariners and their widows, and the provision of youth maritime training, the provision of maritime consultancy services, and the upkeep and conservation of ancient listed buildings.
Women's Health Information Support Centre LTD
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWHISC is run by women for women to provide appropriate training, information and support, which addresses the needs of women within different communities in Liverpool who are disadvantaged in access to health care and education.
The Wickford Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureVarious Keep Fit classes, Tai Chi, Short Mat Bowls, Ladies Club, Ballroom dancing and afternoon Tea dances, Table Tennis, Fencing, Art and Crafts Club, Parent and Baby Group, Childrens tuition, dance classes and self defence classes. Weightwatchers & Slimming World groups, Bingo social and Members Bar with regular monthly entertainment.
The British Conference Of The Church Of God (seventh Day)
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, ReligionThe charity primarily offers a place of worship to the local communities & further afield. It also runs youth & children dept, women's ministries dept & men's fellowship dept welcoming users from all walks of life. The charity is also involved in community outreach & supports international appeals by fundraising.
County Of Surrey East Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding Surrey East is part of Girlguiding UK, which enables girls to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through a distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by volunteer leaders.
1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards Regimental Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, HeritageGrants are made to help promote the efficiency of the Regiment, for the relief in need of all past and present members of the Regiment or its predecessors and their wives and widows, and for the advancement of education in respect of the history of the Regiment.
Society Of The Sisters Of Bethany
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe work of the Sisters of Bethany has always been prayer for the Unity of the Church, hospitality and retreat work. Whether residential or daily the retreat creates space both individually or in groups to stand back from their daily lives and be with God in a quiet and prayerful atmosphere.We have a Novena each year for more Vocations to the Religous Life and intercede every Thursday for Unity.
Women's Centre
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, HealthChorley Women's Centre promotes the mental health and wellbeing of women in Chorley and surrounding areas. We provide a listening ear to drop in users, courses, information, self help groups, free counselling, and relaxation sessions.We are run by volunteers and open 2 days a week, and 1 day for DV CounsellingDrop in users may go on to become volunteers and then on to the management committee.
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.