Beneficiary group Charities
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Crawley Unit 487 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary groupSea Cadets units were created by communities wanting to give young people instruction on a naval theme. The unit is a member of the Sea Cadet Corps governed by the MSSC - the Marine Society & Sea Cadets.We aim to inspire young people to reach their potential by developing valuable, personal attributes like team working, independence and communication skills through nautical based adventure.
D2 Youth Zone Limited
Beneficiary group, LeisureTo educate and assist young persons between the ages of 14 and 25, resident on the Newbiggin Hall Estate, Newcastle upon Tyne, through their leisure activities, so to develop in a holistic manner their physical, emotional and spiritual well being so that they may grow to full maturity as individuals and members of society and that their conditions of life may be improved.
The City Of York Guildhall Orchestra
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationClassical music Orchestra, mainly amateur, providing concerts for the public and experience for enthusiastic players of any age. Engaging with local schools and children's musical organisations so as to bring music both to a wider audience and to children in particular.
The Mothers' Union (diocese Of Chichester) Branch
Beneficiary groupThe AIM of the Society is the advancement of Christian religion in the sphere of marriage and family life.The PURPOSE of the Mothers' Union is to be specially concerned with all that strengthens and preserves marriage and Christian family life.
1st Hamworthy Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupScouting activities for children and young people, Both male and female, in Hamworthy/Turlin Moor areas of Poole, Dorset.The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
Chiswick Saturday Music Centre
Arts, Beneficiary groupMain purpose of the charity is to educate of children in the art of making music. Activities include the organisation of lessons, ensemble groups and concerts
14th Richmond 'viking' Scout Boating Centre
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe 14th Richmond 'Viking' Scout Boating Centre operates as a centre of excellence as part of the Scout Association, providing boating activities on the River Thames, predominantly in and around Richmond. Young people from the scout movement and other youth groups are provided with experience of boating on the tidal Thames by Scout Association qualified instructors.
89th Reading (milestone Wood) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupScouts helps children and young adults reach their full potential by developing skills including teamwork, leadership, initiative, planning, communication, and self-motivation. We are the UK's biggest mixed youth organisation offering 6 to 25-year-olds fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, everyday adventure and the chance to help others so we make a positive impact in communities.
Mousehole Male Voice Choir
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportWe are a male voice choir from Cornwall who give regular concerts in the Cornwall & Devon area. To raise funds for the running of the choir but primarily to raise funds to support a number of charities both locally and nationally.
Huddersfield South West District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageActivities include an active and wide ranging programme of events in the pursuit of scouting principles; a badge shop selling badges and associated items to scout groups; the maintenance and upkeep of Scammonden Activity Centre, which provides the opportunity for youth groups and commercial organisations to stay at the Centre; and a shop at the Activity Centre selling stationery and refreshments.
Somerset Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureA rural youth organisation for all young people with an interest in the countryside aged 10-26 years. Recognised life skills are learnt by members who run their own clubs, chairing meetings, secretarial duties, treasurer duties and programme planning are just a few. Training and achievements in public speaking,sports and the arts are within the structured sports and competitions programme.
The Mothers' Union Diocese Of Lichfield
Beneficiary group, Crime and JusticeHOLIDAYS FOR PEOPLE IN NEEDPRISON VISITS & CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR PRISONERS IN LICHFIELD DIOCESEPARENTING COURSESTO ENCOURAGE MARRIAGE AND THE BRINGING UP OF CHILDREN IN THE FAITH & LIFE OF THE CHURCHKNITTING FOR BABY UNITS
Bournemouth Islamic Centre And Central Mosque (biccm)
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Religion, Social welfareThe trust provides a place of worship for Muslims and also provides essential Islamic education for the local Muslim community, both children and adults.The Mosque also acts as a community centre for social contact for both Indigenous and visiting Muslims,
Shirley And District Unit No 481 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, EducationA voluntary uniformed youth organisation, open to young people aged 12 to 18 and with junior sections open to those of 10 to 12 years, regardless of sex, race or religion, and within the bounds of safety to themselves and others, to those with special needs. We have a rank structure modelled on that of the royal navy.
1st/6th Edgware Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupScouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. We provide Scouting to young people in the Edgware, Queensbury and Stanmore areas of Harrow.
Northern Counties Pony Association
Animals, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe promote and support educational and recreational facilities for children and adults regardless of their physical or mental ability to enable them to ride, enjoy and learn about horses & ponies. We also participate in prevention of cruelty to all equines, and in improving the standard of horses & ponies by promoting selective breeding and researching matters relevent to equine health.
Bisley Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesProviding a well-maintained, well-equipped community building with good facilities for hire. (a) By organisations, societies and groups who provide a wide range of services and activities for all ages ranging from toddlers to elderly people, and (b) By people for private functions. Fund raising for specific improvement projects.
Aid Care Training And Supplies Trust
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social care, Social welfareFinancial support to two children's homes in Romania and not-for-profit activities for children in the UK. Facilitation and financial support to humanitarian projects for the relief of poverty in the UK, Africa, Nepal and India.
Bearsted And Thurnham King George V Memorial Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureTo provide a welcoming village hall for the purpose of advancing education, religion, health, the arts, culture and heritage, amateur sport, and youth activities, and to provide a meeting place for local societies, groups and organisations and a venue for recreation and parties.
1st Sunningdale Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupScout Group. SCOUTING ACTIVELY ENGAGES AND SUPPORTS YOUNG PEOPLE IN THEIR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, EMPOWERING THEM TO MAKE A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY.
Beckenham Parochial Charity
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareThe primary purposes of the Charity are: to provide and maintain good housing for needy people in Beckenham and Penge, grants of money for relief in need, hardship or distress of residents of Beckenham and Penge, or to former almshouse residents and grants of money for the promotion of education of young persons living in Beckenham and Penge.
1st Twyford Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupScouting develops young people mentally, spiritually and physically. The Group provides a wide range of activities to help develop character and social skills for boys and girls in the Twyford area.
10th Bath (combe Down) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary groupThe 10th Bath Scout Group is a non profit making Charitable organisation which works for and with the young people in the community, encouraging them to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, responsible citizens and members of their community.
Benger Bears Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationBenger Bears Pre-School is set in the rural village community of Sutton Benger. At Benger Bears Pre-school we aim to provide high quality, affordable and accessible childcare to children aged two and a half to five, in a safe and supportive environment, and to work in partnership with parents in the provision of this childcare.
UK Bangladesh Education Trust (ukbet)
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Education, Social welfareWorking to end child labour in Bangladesh. We deliver basic and life skills support to children forced into domestic and hazardous child labour with a view to supporting them into education or vocational training or, if beyond school age, safer work.
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.