Beneficiary group Charities
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Victory Bible Church International
Beneficiary group, EducationORGANISING CHURCH SERVICES, ORGANISING EDUCATIVE SEMINARS FOR MARRIED COUPLES & SINGLES.RUNNING SATURDAY SCHOOL TO HELP LOCAL PEOPLE AND YOUTH IN THE CHURCH.WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL AGENCIES TO DEAL WITH SOCIAL ISSUES.
Bs3 Community Development
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, FacilitiesBS3 Community Development Association (formerly Southville Community Development Association) is a local charity supporting community development, providing a nursery & pre-school, out-of-school clubs for children, toddler group, day opportunity service for older people, rooms available for clubs, classes, local business & others, a cafe & catering service.
Croft Care Trust
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social careCroft Care Trust provides care for adults over the age of 18 years with physical and learning difficulties within our Nursing Home and Residential Village
St. Michael's Fellowship
Beneficiary groupThe charity offers support to vulnerable families including very young parents both by the provision of residential family centres and in the community.
English- Speaking Union Of The Commonwealth
Beneficiary group, EducationThe promotion of good communication in the English language through public speaking and debate; running educational programmes; initiating and administering scholarships; youth and academic exchanges. The charity focuses on oracy development in schools, promoting social equality and international understanding and facilitates and assists in the establishment of independent ESUs worldwide.
Age UK Lewisham And Southwark
Beneficiary group, Health, Social welfareAge UK Lewisham and Southwark aims to empower and enable older people to lead fulfilled lives. We do this by: - Providing services and support to address poverty and isolation - Connecting older people with their communities - Promoting health and wellbeing - Working positively with partners
Huntingtons Disease Association
Beneficiary group, ResearchRelief and treatment of those suffering from or believed to be suffering from Huntington's Disease and to provide support to them and their families. The Association also sponsors research and is involved in disseminating the results of research.
Community Connex Ltd.
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, LeisureWE PROVIDE SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES THEIR FAMILIES AND CARERS. DISABILITIES COULD RANGE FROM MILD TO PROFOUND AND MULTIPLE.PROJECTS ARE VARIED AND INCLUDE ADVOCACY,ASIAN OUTREACH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE, A RESOURCE AND ACTIVITY CENTER, FAMILY SUPPORT, LEISURE, SOCIAL AND SPORTS CLUBS. WE WELCOME MEMBERSHIP, VOLUNTEERS, DONATIONS, SPONSORSHIP AND GENERAL SUPPORT.
Huddersfield Christian Fellowship
Beneficiary group, ReligionTo facilitate the establishment of a local church which acts as a positive influence on the local community and which seeks to be a benefit to other local churches spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. These activities include a varied youth programme, building and maintaining of relationships with like minded churches and continuing the support of CB&C (the trading arm of the Fellowship)
The Bankers Benevolent Fund
Beneficiary group, Social welfareBank Workers Charity (BWC) is the only occupational benevolent fund for all current and former bank employees working in the UK and their families. The Charity's objects are the prevention and relief of poverty and advancement of health amongst bank employees, their families, children and dependents; advancement of education amongst the children of bank employees
Hilden Oaks School Educational Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe charity's objects are to:- advance education through the management and operation of Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery- award bursaries and scholarships to pupils and intending pupils
Green Light Trust
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Facilities, Health, Social welfareWellbeing/educational programmes in woodland and green spaces, helping disadvantaged adults and children refocus and rebuild their lives; engaging them in skills learning and self development: NEET, victims of crime, ex-offenders, mental health, substance misuse, ex-forces, unemployed, disengaged from school, learning disabilities. Conservation of the environment. Train and deliver forest school.
British Deaf Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, HealthBDA currently provides various services: (1) Deaf Children, Youth and Families; (2) Deaf Community Advocacy; (3) Deaf Community Development and Empowerment; (4) Deaf Heritage Films; (5) Deaf International; (6) Media, Communications and Membership; (7) Policy, Research and Campaigns; and (8) British Sign Language. Community offices based in London, Belfast, Cardiff, Derby and Glasgow.
Bradford Cyrenians Limited
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Housing, Social welfareBradford Cyrenians is a registered charity and a registered social landlord. We offer a range of short/long term accommodation with tenancy related support to vulnerable communities. We also deliver community outreach support. We work with clients presenting with multiple/complex needs such as homelessness, rough sleepers, ex-offenders, domestic abuse victims as well as lone parents.
Salisbury City Almshouse And Welfare Charities
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareProvision of Ordinary Sheltered and Very Sheltered Almshouse accommodation for needy elderly people principally living within the Salisbury area and a small number of general needs accommodation for young families.Welfare grants are also made available for the relief of those in need, hardship or distress within the Salisbury area.
Beyond Dementia
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Leisure, Social careAlzheimer's Support exists to improve quality of life for people with all types of dementia and family carers. Services include: Dementia Advisers, Home Support, Day Clubs, carers groups, Alzheimer Cafes, Music for the Mind, Movement for the Mind, art groups, a range of outdoor activities, training courses for carers and local information and support offices.
Access For Living
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social careThe charity was formed to maintain and manage residential care homes and other forms of accommodation, to provide care, support and advice to enable people with learning disabilities to live in their own homes. The company is also active in all areas surrounding the care and well-being of people with learning disabilities including whenever possible the continued improvement in available services.
Wimbledon Guild Of Social Welfare (incorporated)
Beneficiary group, Health, Social welfareThe Wimbledon Guild is a dynamic charity with a longstanding heritage that helps local people to lead a better life by tackling poverty, supporting ageing & encouraging mental well-being. It provides support from the heart of the community by reaching out to people in the Merton borough with a range of services e.g. grants, counselling, outreach & activities for older people.
The Finchley Charities
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareThe Finchley Charities, established in 1488, administer 172 flats for older persons on three estates in the Finchley area. Applicants should be over 55, in housing need, have limited means and have lived in the London Borough of Barnet for at least five years. Financial assistance may be granted to individuals or organisations in relieving persons in the area of benefit in need or hardship.
Southern Oaks Retirement Living
Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo provide accommodation, care and companionship for lonely or frail elderly people in accordance with the aims and principles of the Abbeyfield Society.
Mary Ann Evans Hospice
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social welfareCharity based in Northern Warwickshire offering Wellbeing Day Hospice, Hospice at Home, Rapid Response, Lymphoedema and Family Support & Bereavement Services to patients, from Nuneaton, Bedworth, North Warwickshire and surrounding areas, living with life limiting illnesses.
The Harington Scheme Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe Harington Scheme provides a unique learning experience for young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or difficulties to help them into employment, further education or a more rewarding life through appropriate learning opportunities.
Ferring Country Centre Limited
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureA charity delivering Day Opportunities to People with Learning Disabilities in their local community and in our Country Centre setting incorporating Horticulture, Stables, Farm and Cafe. Those we support are able to connect with their peers and the animals we keep, grow their skills in a supported environment, whilst creating the opportunity for them to lead a more independent and fulfilled life.
The Little Angel Theatre
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationPuppet theatre for all ages, particularly children. One of only 3 permanent puppet theatres in the UK, Little Angel also runs an expanding education and participation programme, working with schools, communities and individuals to inspire creativity using puppetry. Little Angel also supports the rare artform of puppetry through R&D and professional development opportunities for puppeteers.
College Of St Barnabas
Beneficiary group, Education, Housing, Professions, ReligionThe College of St. Barnabas was established in 1895 to provide retirement homes for Anglican Clergy, Church Workers, Readers licensed by a Bishop and their wives and widows. In 2005 those in communion with Church of England are included. There is also a care wing for those requiring care and medical support. The full objectives of the Charity can be found in the Memorandum of Association.
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.