Beneficiary group Charities
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Human Values Foundation
Beneficiary group, EducationOur mission is to develop, promote & encourage an uplifting, values-based, 21st-century education to benefit children, teachers & those looking after children. We provide universal resources fostering lasting, life-enriching values contributing to an integrated, ethical, moral, emotional, social & emotional education enabling young citizens to fulfil their potential while at school & afterwards.
U3a Saffron Walden
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureProvides Human Resources and Volunteers in education and training involving both the Arts and Culture. Also provides the resources to enable Elderly and Older People to become involved with Sport and Recreation.
Ashfield Play Care Scheme
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Social welfareOfsted registered for 52 children aged 4-11 years this voluntarily administered non-profit making scheme employs well qualified staff and provides flexible session times and reasonable contributions to assist low paid parents in what are described as deprived areas of Nottinghamshire. Children are collected after school and cared for during holidays in a warm safe environment.
St George The Martyr Charity
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareThe Charity provides the following within the area of benefit: pastoral care, social opportunities, personal care services, and small 'pensions' for older people; grants to persons who are in hardship, need (including medical need) or distress where assistance is not available from other sources.
The Cambridgeshire Holiday Orchestra
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo promote the musical education of and the enjoyment and performance of orchestral and instrumental music by children, young persons and their families in the county of Cambridgeshire
St Matthew's Pta
Beneficiary group, EducationSt Matthew's school PTA aims to enhance the welfare of the staff and children, to contribute to school resources, encourage parental involvement and to enhance the social life of the school.
Friends Of Rosie Childrens Cancer Research Fund
Associations, Beneficiary group, HealthThe object of the charity is to fund and promote research into the causes, distribution, symptoms, pathology and treatment of cancer in children and to disseminate the results of such research.
Ethiopian Community In Britain
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, HousingProvide informaiton, advice, counselling, referral, interpretation, translation and accompanying services on housing, welfare, health, immigration & asylum, education, training, employment to men, women, older people, young people, children, abled and disabled of all ethnic backgrounds.
The Rowing Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, LeisureThe Rowing Foundation generates and administers funds to support participation in water sports, especially rowing, by young people (i.e.those under 18 or under 23 if still in full time education) and the disabled of all ages by giving grants to enable clubs to adapt existing or purchase new equipment, eg boats and oars/sculls. It does not make grants to individuals, but to rowing clubs etc.
Oxhill Youth Centre
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureWe are a Youth club who provide a mixture of activities for young people age between 8 and 25. Below is just a small list of some of the activities we provide are Annual PantomimeTable Tennis CoachingFootballBasketballPoolArt and craftsCooking projectGardening project ITCDuke of Edinburgh Opportunities to achieve recognition through outcomes and accreditations
The Hockley Community Centre Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Crime and Justice, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureTo provide affordable, well maintained and friendly facilities for local groups, clubs and individuals. These include Pre-School, majorettes, judo, martial arts, children's football, slimming world, advanced motorists, metal detectors, , yoga,U3A History club, Art appreciation, Current affairs, Geography, theatre groups and many more.
Soft UK
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportSOFT UK provides information and support to families affected by Trisomy 13 (Patau's syndrome), Trisomy 18 (Edwards' syndrome) and related disorders. SOFT UK runs a website, produces printed information and runs a volunteer befriender programme. SOFT UK also holds annual family days in England and Scotland and a biennial family day in Northern Ireland.
Romiley Methodist Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide a safe environment in an Ofsted approved Pre-School with trained leaders to educate and encourage children before the official school starting age. Runs in accordance with Pre-school legislation and has a parent/guardian committee and three members of Romiley methodist Church.
Sevenoaks District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupPurpose of Scouting: To actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. Values of Scouting: Scouts are guided by the values of Integrity, Respect, Care, Belief and Co-operation.Scout Method: Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting.
Gloucestershire Catholic Educational Trust
Beneficiary group, EducationGloucestershire Catholic Educational Trust is the legacy charity for St Edward's School, Cheltenham, formed following the acquisition of St Edward's by an independent schools group. The Trust supports children in Catholic education in Cheltenham and the surrounding area by providing grants, bursaries and awards.
Edgbarrow School Parent Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe Parent Teacher Association raises funds for the school to meet funding requests from teachers and support staff, and it also provides social opportunities for the school community. We do this through a variety of fundraising events and grant submissions
Sudbrooke Pre-School Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide a safe and friendly play/learning environment for children aged from 2 years to 5 years. fOur atchment area is Sudbrooke and the surrounding areas.We work on the guidelines of National Standards for early years education and childcare.
Poole University Of The Third Age
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, LeisureThe objectives of Poole University of the Third Age (U3A) is the advancement of education, leisure time, and recreational activities of middle aged and older persons no longer in gainful employment, residing in Poole and the surrounding area. These objectives are achieved by the organising and running of educational and leisure courses, using rented venues and member's homes.
Ron Dawson Memorial Trust
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureRon Dawson Memorial Hall is a well located village hall in Corby Glen, established since 1993, the hall is pleased to have the local Preschool as its main tenant. The hall and sports field are also available for general hire for parties, christenings, weddings, and other events.
War Memorial Recreation Ground And Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Heritage, Housing, Leisure, Social welfareCommunity Social Activities such as Bonfire Night parties, Quizes, Amateur Dramatic Society performances, Keep fit, Extend, Bingo, Bowls.Home to Fairhaven First Steps, a pre-school group which holds four morning sessions a week.Shower and Changing Room for local football club and Cricket clubs. Cricket and Football pitch.Children's play area with equipment.
West Hoathly Community Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, LeisureWest Hoathly Pre-school is a small, friendly Early Years setting at the heart of the local community. Catering for around 20 children between the ages of two and four years old. Fundraising activities include children's parties, cake and lolly sales lolly xmas fair's, sports activities.
Whitley Lodge Under Fives
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Social welfareWhitley Lodge Under Fives is committed to providing a safe, stimulating and caring environment, where learning is fun and children can enjoy social interaction with their peers. We are sensitive to children's individual needs and encourage them to reach their full potential at their own pace. We work in partnership with parents to provide a quality pre-school experience.
The Safe Start Foundation
Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe Charity exists to relieve poverty, sickness, hardship and distress amongst young people living in London. To achieve this object, the charity operates a number of projects.
Temple Grove Schools Trust
Beneficiary group, EducationThe charity's general object is the advancement of education of children and students. The charity is sponsor of Temple Grove Academy Trust, which runs Temple Grove Academy in Tunbridge Wells; and has endowed the primary phases of 3 academies in south east London in partnership with the Haberdashers' Aske's Federation. It seeks other opportunities in primary education.
Reivers District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary groupAs part of the Scout Association, to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential through a scheme of enjoyable and progressive training.The Council owns and manages the Scout campsite at Ratlingate, Kirkandrews-on-eden,Carlisle.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many beneficiary group charities are there in the UK?
There are 20,036 registered beneficiary group charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 beneficiary group charities?
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 beneficiary group charities?
Across all 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 beneficiary group charities?
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.