Beneficiary group Charities
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Bow Arts Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareBow Arts provides over 400 artists with affordable, secure and creative workspace across east London. It manages an exciting London-wide education programme, improving the lives and attainment of thousands of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Bow Arts also runs a contemporary exhibition space - the Nunnery Gallery - and a varied events and community engagement programme.
Barnsley Hospice Appeal
Beneficiary group, HealthBarnsley Hospice is a registered charity providing quality Specialist Palliative and End of Life Care to all adults in Barnsley, as well as their family and friends. Our aim is to be passionate in our delivery of specialist palliative and end of life care, but in an effective and efficient manner, which makes a big and positive difference to our patients, their family and their friends.
The Royal Society For Blind Children
Beneficiary group, HealthTHE OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY ARE TO PROVIDE EDUCATION, ADVICE, GUIDANCE AND TRAINING TO CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR PARTIALLY SIGHTED AND TO PROVIDE SUCH SERVICES AS CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR PARTIALLY SIGHTED MAY REQUIRE TO LEAD INDEPENDENT LIVES WITHIN THEIR OWN COMMUNITIES OR OTHERWISE MEET THEIR NEEDS.
The Berkshire Young Musicians Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfareBerkshire Music Trust is an independent music service providing instrumental and vocal teaching in schools and music centres throughout Berkshire. We promote a comprehensive range of music activities working in close partnership with schools, colleges and community music groups. Funds are raised to support disadvantaged young people and talented young musicians.
Bickley Park School LTD
Beneficiary group, EducationProviding education by the operation of Bickley Park School for boys and girls up to the age of thirteen plus, preparing them for scholarship or common entrance to senior independent schools.
St Luke's Oxford
Beneficiary group, Health, Social careLong term nursing care, palliative care, respite care and post-operative rehabilitation for sick, disabled and older persons regardless of their means.
Aysgarth School Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, EducationThe principle activity of the school is the provision of education for children. The school continues to attract new pupils by offering a high standard of education. The income and assets of the school are applied solely towards the promotion of the objects as described in the memorandum and articles of association.
Coeliac UK
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchPROMOTE THE BENEFIT AND WELFARE OF PERSONS WITH GLUTENENTEROPATHY, OR ANY RELATED MEDICAL CONDITION, ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN THE NATURE OF THE COELIAC CONDITION AND ITS TREATMENTS PARTICULARLY AMONG SUFFERERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, FRIENDS AND CARERS; TO PROMOTE RESEARCH INTO THE NATURE, CAUSES, ALLEVIATION, TREATMENT AND CURE OF THE COELIAC CONDITION AND TO MAKE PUBLICLY AVAILABLE THE RESULTS
Handmaids Of The Sacred Heart Of Jesus (regents Park, London, And Christchurch, Hants )
Beneficiary group, Education, Health, HousingMembers of the congregation are involved in community and parish based programmes in Great Britain. These include counselling, visiting the elderly, sick and dying, working with the homeless, helping immigrants to adapt to their new environment and working with young adults. The charity also owns and operates St Christina's Preparatory School which educates children between the ages of 3 and 11.
Purple Oak Support
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, LeisureProvision of advice, practical support and care, plus leisure and supported work activities for people of all ages with a learning disability, physical disability or mental health support need who live within Andover and Southern England. Also campaign for the rights of our beneficiaries and provide individual advocacy support.
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham
Beneficiary group, HealthSt Cuthbert's Hospice promotes the relief of sickness of persons from Co Durham and NE England suffering from a life-limiting or other illness, provision of care and support to their families & carers, and the advancement of health and education by the promotion and development of knowledge, attitudes and behaviours which enable people to prepare for death and/or live with life-limiting illnesses.
Carers UK
Beneficiary group, Social careTo alleviate the conditions of life amongst people who are caring or who have cared for elderly, sick, disabled or otherwise infirm persons.To relieve and alleviate, and to promote, encourage and assist in the relief or alleviation of all kinds of mental and physical amongst carers and those persons for whom they are caring.To advance education concerning caring amongst carers and the public.
Royal British Legion Poppy Factory
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe creation of paid, meaningful employment opportunities for ex-Service people, primarily disabled, together with their disabled dependants and widows/widowers.
Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionProvision of buildings and facilities for the places of worship and educational institutions predominantly for the Sikh community. Health, fitness and recreational facilities for the elderly and youth in the entire community.
St Cedd's School Educational Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, EducationSt Cedd's School principally provides day education for boys and girls aged 3 - 11, educating them to a high standard and so enabling them to move to a suitable senior school for the continuation of their education.
Scripture Union
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationWe help children and young people explore the Bible, respond to Jesus and grow in faith. We make Jesus known through our work in communities, schools, holidays and missions. Through publishing, using print and digital media, we aim to inspire leaders to make disciples of children and young people with our resources and to equip Christians to grow in discipleship with Bible guides and publications.
The Bridge Project
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HealthBridge's work includes; providing drug treatment services and recovery focused support to individuals and families; working with people with some of the most complex needs and issues in Bradford; and providing employment, education and training services for people with significant barriers to employment.
Acorn Villages Limited
Beneficiary group, HousingTo advance the education of adults with a learning disability and associated problems, to provide and support a village community and permanent homes for the beneficiaries where they may lead independent, yet supported lives to the maximum capability of each individual.
Age Concern In Cornwall And The Isles Of Scilly
Beneficiary groupOur mission is to enhance the quality of life of older people in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We aim to provide assistance and support on any issues of concern to older people. We strive to ensure the voices of older people is heard on matters of importance to them and we work with stakeholders and partners to achieve better services and standards.
Leeds Women's Aid
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareLeeds Women's Aid works with women & children, being a voice & leader in the sector. LWA support women & children experiencing domestic violence and abuse and aims to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls. We offer a range of services including safe houses and refuges, community & telephone support, women's groups and hubs, and support to children & young people and coordinate partnerships.
Tlc: Talk, Listen, Change
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfareTLC: Talk, Listen, Change provide a range of services in support of safe, healthy and happy relationships. These include: - counselling for children, young people, individual adults, couples and families- domestic abuse prevention programmes for perpetrators - mediation and separation services- community volunteering projects- partnership relationship-focussed projects
Little Bookham Manor House School
Beneficiary group, EducationManor House School is a selective GSA independent day school for girls aged 2 - 16 years located in Little Bookham, Surrey. We deliver strong academic results alongside a provision of highly individualised learning and pastoral care in a smaller friendly school setting. Our supportive approach to teaching is renowned for building confidence and thereby achieving academic success for our pupils.
Cundall Manor Limited
Beneficiary group, EducationA leading independent, day and boarding school, educating boys and girls in a nurturing, caring and fun environment so they become the very best they can be, ready to face the challenges of the modern world.
Open Road Visions
Beneficiary group, Health, Saving of livesOpen Road exists in order to reduce the harmful impact of drugs and alcohol on users, their families, partners and society. We also support young people and vulnerable adults in police custody, to ensure that their welfare is respected. Open Road values and respects the diversity of all and is committed to ensuring we fully represent the people we serve.
Worcestershire YMCA Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Crime and Justice, Education, FacilitiesWorking from our own accommodation units, community centres, schools and prison, we provide a preschool nursery, management of children's centres, play workers in prison, schools work, youth work including the support of young people towards independent living, 'move on' accommodation and support for vulnerable adults.
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.