Charities In Cumbria

Promoting in the ecclesiastical parish the mission of the church through regular worship, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical events

The Quaker Tapestry is an exhibition of 77 embroidered panels made by 4,000 people from 15 countries between 1981 and 1996. The modern community textile project depicts the social and political context in which Quakerism developed from 1652 to the present day. Since 1994 it has been housed in Kendal's historic Quaker Meeting House and constitutes one of the largest community textiles in the world.

The Charity recruits, trains, maintains & equips a team of volunteers who are able to search for and rescue any persons or animals in distress primarily in the Lakeland & Cumbrian fells. The Team also will assist the emergency services in swift water rescue incidents, bad winter weather and urban and rural searches for lost or vunerable persons.

Restoration & operation of the Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre as a viable music and arts venue, restoration and regeneration of the Grade II* listed building. Achieved by income generating activities: event space for hire, usage for commercial music concerts, culture & performance space and operation of catering services. Primary aim is income generation to secure its long term future.

We Rescue and Rehabilitate injured and sick Owls to the wild, also if they can not be returned to the wild we will look after them for the rest of their natural days with us in a bespoke Owl Sanctuary.

Provides daily out of hours and weekend voluntary free courier service to NHS in north and west Cumbria for collection and delivery of blood ,tissue samples, files and instruments between sites and daily delivery of blood to Great North Air Ambulance at Langwathby. We also have standby cover for emergency urgent courier runs including relay through Cumbria for long distances transfers.

Regular public worship open to all. The provision of sacred space for prayer and contemplation. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Pastoral work including visits to the sick and bereaved. Taking of assemblies in schools. Promoting the mission of the church through provision of activities for various groups. Supporting other charities in the UK and abroad.

Our Charity aims to provide (a) a place of worship for Orthodox Christians who are predominantly members of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Great Britain, (b) educational opportunities for the community we serve (of Greeks and Greek Cypriots who are first, second, or even sometimes third generation immigrants), (c) social, welfare and cultural activities, and (d) an information centre.

The charity is a Parent / Teacher association which raises funds to enhance the educational provision for the children at Low Furness CE Primary School

The charity meets weekly in a prominent venue in the heart of the community. The charity promotes the Christian Faith and endeavours to support its members, other organisations in the community and members of the community.The charity operates weekly Christian activities for children.The charity occupies a building in the heart of the local community in Windermere.

Water use & Flood awareness. Food-related activities. Eco Parents Network & Teacher engagement - Love Food Hate Waste. Sowing Seeds workshops (schools/community). Planning green spaces. Bag Garden Design/Planting. Multi-Sensory, Spiritual Gardens. Merseytravel Bikes, Bread & Better Health. Energy efficiency projects. Understanding the Impact of Water, Food & Fuel Poverty. Warm Homes Healthy People

Rescuing persons who are injured or suffer other misfortunes that require our assistance in the mountainous area around Coniston

provide office accommodation and services to other charities

Spiral works with young people that have/are being effected by bullying or at higher risk of being targeted by bullying. We offer 1-21 support and group work to build emotional resilience in young people and their families.

1. To promote for the benefit of the public the conservation of the landscape, biodiversity and cultural heritage of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and adjacent areas, and the social and economic well-being of its local communities; and to encourage others to engage with, understand, enjoy and protect these areas.2. In pursuance of the above, to advance the education of the public.

The Barrow & District Disability Association provide activities & services to people with disabilities, and for their families & friends, & for those professionals interested in their welfares.

PROMOTION OF THE BIBLICAL CHRISTIAN FAITH FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT

The Trust benefits communities within North Yorkshire, Teesside and Cumbria. The aims are: to help educate & develop young people, particularly those with phyical, learning, & mental health problems; disadvantaged groups; the conservation & improvement of the natural environment; to address the challenges of rural communities and any other charitable purposes considered oppropriate at the time.

Manage and run a museum for the benefit of the public and offer educational services to children and others, and create public events to inform the public about the Roman presence in west Cumbria. The museum offers free entry to all residents in the local post code area (CA15)

The primary function of the CIO Foundation is to receive donations raised by Lions Clubs and to distribute the income to various identified beneficiaries

The charity is for the prevention or relief of poverty, we help children, young people, people with disabilities, other voluntary bodies, and the general public. We provide services, advocacy, advice and we act as an umbrella and resource body for other local charities.

Mountain rescue activities ,predominantly in the Ennerdale, Buttermere and Loweswater areas of North West Cumbria, in the Lake district and further afield if required. To maintain a fully operating rescue team that can be available 24hrs per day 365 days a year.

Local based community centre catering for the ward of St Aidans and covering activities for all ages

Making donations to smaller charities and charitable projects principally in and around Carlisle.

We work with diverse ethnic communities including Asylum Seekers, Refugees and their families. Services include Youth & Community work, advocacy, hate crime support, education & training. We support individuals with a range of issues. These issues are complex due to immigration status, racism & discrimination. We deliver youth provision, community outreach, group sessions, activities and events.