Beneficiary group Charities
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Child Poverty Action Group
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareChild Poverty Action Group is a charity, working for children in the UK. We believe no child should grow up in hardship or lose out through poverty. Our aim is to prevent and end child poverty by advocating evidence-based solutions to policy-makers and providing accurate information and advice so families can access the financial support they need.
Amref Health Africa
Beneficiary group, ResearchAmref Health Africa is Africa's leading health development organisation. Headquartered in Nairobi, we work with some of the most remote and marginalised communities on the African continent, ensuring they can access their right to health. We believe women and girls have the power to effect lasting change in their communities: that?s why they?re at the heart of everything we do.
Sevenoaks School Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationTo provide facilities for the education of children at Sevenoaks School by raising funds to support new building projects and the widening of access by the award of bursaries.
The Union Of The Sisters Of Mercy Of Great Britain
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social care, Social welfareWe carry out our Mission of Mercy inspired by the Gospel values and guided by the charism of the Congregation which is to benefit the public, particularly women and children and those who are poor.This commitment is manifested in:-? Social and Pastoral works-? Residential Care Homes-? Education-? Overseas Missions
Stockdales Of Sale, Altrincham And District LTD
Beneficiary group, Social careThe principal activity of Stockdales continues to be the charitable provision of respite, short break , community and residential care for the welfare of children and people with severe learning difficulties & multiple physical disabilities.
Camphill Milton Keynes Communities Limited
Beneficiary group, LeisureCamphill Milton Keynes provides a community for adults with learning disabilities to live, learn, work and celebrate life together. Individuals are supported to reach their full potential through a range or creative, horticultural and enabling activities and workshops and or through support in maximising independence and developing daily living skills in our accommodation settings.
The Orchard Trust
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social careThe Orchard Trust aims to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability and those who care for them by the provision of flexible high-quality services. These include Supported Living, residential homes, residential short breaks, day care activities and domiciliary care services. The Trust is also an independent training provider, registered with City & Guilds.
Young Enterprise
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationYoung Enterprise empowers young people to harness their personal and business skills. We make the connection between school and the world of work, enabling young people to develop the knowledge and attitudes they need to succeed. More than 214,000 young people from across England and Wales have participated in a Young Enterprise learning experience this year supported by around 6,000 volunteers.
The National Youth Agency
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe National Youth Agency works in partnership with a wide range of public, private and voluntary sector organisations to support and improve services for young people. Our particular focus is on youth work and we believe strongly that by investing in young people's personal and social development, young people are better able to live more active and fulfilling lives.
The Children's Hospital Charity
Beneficiary group, HealthEnhancing Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust and its reputation as a centre of excellence for the care, prevention & cure of illnesses. Specifically funding: Research into children's illnesses; New facilities to extend the range of treatment provided ; Specialist medical equipment to enhance the care programme of the Trust; Improving the environment for our patients, families and visitors.
Brathay Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportEveryone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire & benefit others. Brathay's mission is to improve the life chances of children, young people & families by inspiring them to engage positively in their communities. Our achievements are supported by knowledge in our research hub & revenue from our people and organisation development consultancy & our enterprising fundraising.
The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentFarming's oldest and largest charity providing tailored support to those in need in the farming community, across England and Wales, who work and have worked in agriculture and their families.
Berkhampstead School (cheltenham) Trust Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Leisure, SocietyThe charity provides a caring and well rounded education to children aged between 3 & 11, ensuring an awareness of others & promoting citizenship. It is intended that pupils will achieve their full potential academically as well as in music, art, drama & sport. After school activities are provided so that pupils can develop outside the main curriculum.
The Oxford Playhouse Trust
Arts, Beneficiary groupOxford Playhouse is a 600 seat presenting and producing theatre. The high quality programme includes drama, new writing, children's theatre, comedy, music, local student and amateur work, lectures, poetry and talks. The Playhouse manages the Burton Taylor Studio featuring student and professional shows. The theatre runs an extensive learning and participation programme in the local community.
Blackpool Grand Theatre (arts And Entertainments) Limited
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe presentation of performances to a paid attendance of theatregoers.Performances comprised of Musicals, Pantomine, Variety, Ballet, Children's Theatre and Drama.
Sisters Of Charity Of St Paul The Apostle
Beneficiary group, ReligionTo be the support or advancement by lawful charitable means of charitable work for the time being carried on by the Congrgation & the advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion.
Hoylake Cottage
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social careA registered nursing home providing long-term nursing care, including for those suffering from dementia and short-term respite care for older persons, with a Day Centre providing services to older persons suffering from dementia.
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HealthThe Foundation's vision is to defeat lung cancer to be achieved by four major areas -Funding a research programme-Prevention activity inc stop smoking support, youth smoking prevention-Support activity inc practical and emotional suport for people affected by lung cancer-Influencing and campaigning to ensure patients have equitable access to the best treatment and care.
The Lucy Faithfull Foundation
Beneficiary group, Social welfareLFF provides a unique set of services which enhance community protection against child sexual abuse. Our preventative work includes awareness raising and education. Our specialist staff assess risk, advise on case management and provide evidence based intervention programmes. LFF is the only UK-wide child protection charity dedicated solely to reducing the risk of children being sexually abused.
Treetops Hospice Trust
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social care, Social welfareTreetops Hospice provides Daycare, Complementary Therapy and Hospice at Home care for people suffering from life-limiting illnesses. We also provide Carers Support and Complementary Therapy for people involved in caring for people with life-limiting illnesses and Bereavement Support for people and families who have suffered a bereavement.
The National Youth Orchestra Of Great Britain
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo advance education in music and orchestral playing of young people of Great Britain under the age of 21 by discovering and fostering exceptional musical talent and to help provide them with the highest level of tuition and experience in orchestral playing, as well as a broad range of related skills.
Eureka The National Children's Museum
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageTo promote, maintain and advance public education by the promotion, establishment and maintenance of a museum or museums for children. It operates as a children's museum providing interactive educational exhibits and programmed workshops designed to increase child awareness, curiosity, understanding and enjoyment of the world in which we live.
Merseyside Youth Association Limited
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe charity provides and co-ordinates in the interest of social welfare, facilities for recreation for young people in Merseyside in order that they may grow to full maturity as individuals.
The Rose Road Association
Beneficiary group, Education, HealthServices for young disabled people and their families including: Oaks and Acorns Residential Short breaks Service children and adultsOutreach Community ServicesActivities in schools and communityParent advice independent support information and empowerment through Family Services Specialist sensory, Hydrotherapy and Soft Play facilities.
Orwell Park School Educational Trust LTD
Beneficiary group, EducationThe object of the School is the advancement of education,including the provision of boarding & day schooling for children of both sexes up to the ages of fourteen.The School's aim is to create an academically challenging, happy and fulfilling experience for each of its pupils & to provide an all round education which allows children to grow in confidence and self-esteem in a caring environment.
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.