Charitable activities Charities That specialise in Policy campaigning and advocacy
Discover 1,065 Charitable activities charities that specialise in policy campaigning and advocacy. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Rural Media Charity
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Social welfareRURAL MEDIA CHARITY COMBINES COMMUNITY AND INFORMAL EDUCATION WITH ARTS AND MEDIA PRODUCTION EXPERTISE TO EMPOWER RURAL COMMUNITIES,PARTICULARLY THOSE MOST DISADVANTAGED. THE RESULTS ARE HIGH-QUALITY PROJECTS AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES THAT GIVE RURAL COMMUNITIES A 'VOICE' AND INFORM POLICY DEVELOPMENT.
The Sussex Beacon
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Social careThe objects of the Sussex Beacon are to promote the prevention and control of the illness known as HIV/AIDS by public education and research and to relieve personal suffering from this illness and to support the families and friends of these persons. To this end the charity runs a ten bedroom in patient unit offering respite, convalescent and terminal care, and a day care service.
The Bell Educational Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareCreating opportunity, changing lives and overcoming disadvantage through language education.We work with partners on innovation, research, training and practical interventions. By generating and applying evidence, we aim to change practice, policy and systems for children, adults and communities in the UK disadvantaged through language.
Dollond Charitable Trust
Charitable activitiesThe charity operates a broad based grant making policy however the activities are often focused on health, education and religious activities.
The Sixteen
Arts, Charitable activitiesThe objects for which the Company is established are: To promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in the arts and in particular the arts of orchestral, choral and other music by the organisation and/or presentation of concerts and recitals of high educational and artistic merit.
Arnolfini Gallery CIO
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageThe education of the public through the promotion and presentation of contemporary art, through exhibition, performance, dance, film, literature, poetry and music supported by an extensive education programme.
Bipolar UK LTD
Charitable activities, HealthWe are the national charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by bipolar. We provide a range of services including information & advice, a network of support groups, eCommunity, workplace training & telephone & email peer support. We also work in partnership with research organisations and campaign for new developments to tackle key issues.
Spike Island Artspace Limited
Charitable activitiesThe primary objects for which the Association is established is to advance the arts for the public benefit through the promotion of Contemporary Art and the education of the public in the understanding and appreciation of Contemporary Art.
The Queen's Institute Of Community Nursing
Charitable activities, Health, ProfessionsPROVIDES UNIQUE LEARNING RESOURCES, PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, STANDARDS FOR EDUCATION & PRACTICE & INNOVATION PROJECT SUPPORT EVENTS & THE AWARD OF QUEEN'S NURSE TITLE INSPIRE NURSES TO DELIVER HIGH QUALITY CARECREATES UNIQUE EVIDENCE FOR POLICY INFLUENCING ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT EXCELLENT CARE FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIESASSISTANCE TO COMMUNITY NURSES IN FINANCIAL/ PERSONAL DIFFICULTY
Colchester Archaeological Trust Limited
Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchThe objectives of the Trust are to advance the education of the public in the science of archaeology and to promote the appropriate preservation, recording, excavation and interpretation of archaeological sites and historic buildings in Colchester and the neighbouring districts.
The Artangel Trust
Charitable activitiesTo advance the education of the public in the arts by the production and promotion of ambitious and innovative contemporary art projects and events across a wide range of media.
Citizens Advice 1066
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingCitizens Advice 1066 provides information, advice and guidance on the full range of advice issues, including debt, employment rights, benefits, housing and consumer issues. The service is free, confidential, impartial and independent. As well as giving advice we campaign to get policies changed. This is based on the experience and needs of our clients.
The Society For The Study Of Addiction
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, HealthPublication of society journals. Professional training grants (Fellowships, PhD students,Bursaries) Specific policy projects. The setting up of addictions professionals' organisations. We hold an annual conference and support other conferences. Communicate policy projects' findings to policy makers & research findings to practitioners. Maintain the society website/online resources
Action For Me
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchAction for M.E. was established for the relief of people suffering from the disease MyalgicEncephalomyelitis, (commonly known as M.E., or CFS/ME), and to provide information, advice and support, and to promote public education, campaigning and research into the disease. On a day to day basis we provide telephone support to people with M.E., manage Online M.E Centre and publish 'InterAction'.
New Diorama
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Leisure, Social welfareTo promote, maintain, improve and advance public education through dramatic performance in all forms, to make the arts relevant to the community.To provide recreation/leisure time with the object of improving conditions of life inclusive of youth, age, infirmity, disablement, poverty or social and economic circumstances and that such facilities shall be available to the public at large.
Operational Research Society Limited
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchCharitable aims are the advancement of knowledge, education and interest in OR, through its publications, conferences, training, accreditation scheme, awards, regional societies, and special interest groups. Its 'Science of Better' campaign is specifically designed to promote wider knowledge of OR and how it can be used in the public and private sectors alike.
The Centre For Lebanese Studies
Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public by providing an educational establishment to further the study of and research into the historical, economic, geographic and cultural issues relating to and affecting the country of Lebanon and the Lebanese people.
Gwent Wildlife Trust LTD
Charitable activities, EnvironmentGwent Wildlife Trust has a vision of an environment rich in wildlife for everyone. We work to rebuild biodiversity and engage people with their environment. We manage land, campaign for wildlife, provide advice and promote enjoyment and appreciation of wildlife.
St Christopher's School Trust (epsom) Limited
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, EducationIndependent co-educational pre-preparatory school for children aged 2 3/4 years to 7 years. Our primary objective is the advancement of education. The school welcomes pupils from all backgrounds. Due regard is paid to the Charity Commission's public benefit guidance. It is the directors' policy to utilise resources for its objectives and not to retain unnecessary funds.
Carers Plus Yorkshire LTD
Charitable activitiesSupporting both Young and Adult CarersProviding advice, information and support to individual carers and vulnerable adults. Campaigning in support of carers, promoting carers rights. Encouraging professionals to recognise the role of carers and to work in equal partnership with carers.
Army Flying Museum Limited
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Heritage, LeisureTHE OBJECT FOR WHICH THE CHARITY IS ESTABLISHED IS TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC PRIMARILY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY BY THE PROVISION OF A PUBLIC MUSEUM RECORDING AND EXHIBITING ALL ASPECTS OF FLYING IN THE BRITISH ARMY BOTH PRESENT AND PAST.
Northampton Hope Centre
Charitable activities, Health, Housing, Social welfareHope is a progressive anti-poverty charity helping anyone affected by poverty and exclusion, through services, campaigning and advocacy.We alleviate the immediate and ongoing impact of poverty, through providing basic services like food, clothing and shelter, alongside work to help those experiencing homelessness, mental health and addictions to overcome these and make lasting life changes
Development Through Challenge
Charitable activities, LeisureThe CharityÔÇÖs objects are:(a)the provision of public recreational facilities in the interest of social welfare and improving conditions of life for the benefit of the public;(b)the promotion of community participation in healthy recreation and sport;(c)the advancement of education of the public with a non-exclusiive focus on training to promote safety and prevent loss of life.
Welshpool And Llanfair Light Railway Preservation Co. Limited
Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public in the history and development of railway locomotion by the preservation of railway locomotives and/or rolling stock and/or historic railway lines
Motionhouse
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, FacilitiesEducation of the public by productions and encouragement of the arts. During the year we have delivered touring dance performances within theatres and within public spaces, performances at street festivals, workshops with schools, professional development, adult community classes, holiday projects for children, rental of dance studio to local community group
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,065 registered policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). 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 policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities?
Policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities reported a combined annual income of £8.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities?
Across all policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 96.7%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities?
Policy-campaigning-and-advocacy charitable activities charities have an average annual income of £1.4m. 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.