Charities In Cumbria
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Mary Platt Methodist Pre -School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a small Pre-School set in the premises of Cockermouth Methodist Church. We cater for children from 2 to 5 years and provide a safe and happy environment for them to learn and play. We are currently rated GOOD by Ofsted.
The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Keswick St John
EducationRegular public worship open to all. Provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation. Pastoral work. Teaching the Christian faith. Supporting local schools, organisations, events and activities. Promoting the whole mission of the Church.
Epic Kidz
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Facilities, Health, Leisure, Saving of livesGrants are awarded to voluntary groups throughout the North West, who provide sports, leisure and health orientated activities for young people. These groups include local sports clubs, scouts, youth clubs and children with special needs. We also provide grants for other charities involved with mountain recreational activities such as footpath repairs, mountain rescue and air ambulance.
The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Michael Stanwix With St Mark's Belah
ReligionThe provision of sacred space for personal prayer and the regular conduct of public worship through a programme of services. The nurture of the Christian faith in individuals and the development of community within the church and in the wider parish
Yew Tree Hall
LeisureProvision of room space and facilities for the use of village clubs, societies and private individuals for social and recreational purposes.
The Kent Estuary Youth Project (key)
Beneficiary group, Education, FacilitiesKEY currently provides a range of youth work in Milnthorpe (Cumbria) and surrounding villages. Delivery is in the community (including a youth cafe; open youth club; social action projects; holiday activities) and the local comprehensive school (including lunch-time drop-ins; Alternative Curriculum workshops and 1:1 sessions). It plans additional youth and inter-generational projects.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiaistical Parish Of Saint Paul, Barrow In Furness
ReligionPROMOTING IN THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH THE WHOLE MISSION OF THE CHURCH.
The Charles Godwin Foundation
Charitable activitiesThe present donation strategy of the charity (based in South Cumbria) is to support local individuals, local charities and smaller organisations in preference to the major national charities. When making donations to individuals, those individuals are expected to be making efforts of their own to help meet the costs of their projects.
The Christopher Robins Charitable Trust
Arts, EducationProviding grants or financial assistance to local causes for the public benefit and furtherance of education and higher education or training in business crafts of any person residing in the parish of Kirkby Lonsdale or the surrounding parishes known as the Rainbow Parishes.
The Kendal Charity For The Aged And Infirm
Beneficiary group, HousingProvision of housing for the elderly of Kendal in one bedroom flats and bungalows. The Almshouse occupiers must be in need and are means tested. A monthly maintenance contribution, currently £190, is made towards the cost of maintaining the almshouse. The charity is financially sound and the dwellings are in excellent order.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John The Evangelist Carlisle
ReligionRELIGIOUS, Church within The Church of England.
South Lakeland Action On Climate Change - Towards Transition
EnvironmentSouth Lakes Action on Climate Change (SLACC) is a community-based charity which brings together people who want to do something about climate change and promote a more sustainable lifestyle.
Millom Baptist Church
Religion, Social welfareRegular public worship and other activities to help adherents develop their Christian faith and life.Serving the community through pastoral care and support for initiatives that seek to relieve poverty and social isolation, and promote Christianity and social justice locally and in other parts of the world.Provision of buildings that can be used by other charities and community groups.
The Rock-Currock Youth Project
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureThe Rock Youth Project delivers free, inclusive youth clubs five days a week in Carlisle for ages 7 and over. Based in Currock, we provide safe, trusted spaces in an area of high deprivation. Young people can access food, mentoring, build skills, confidence & aspirations, access sport activities and build community connections. Importantly the rock is a place for young people to be themselves.
Senhouse Museum Trust
Beneficiary group, HeritageManage 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)
Barrow Domestic Appliances CIO
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareProviding low cost white goods to the disadvantaged in the Barrow-in-Furness, South & West Cumbria areas, being based in Central Ward in Barrow (the 23rd most deprived district in England). Extra discounts are given for those on benefits & pensioners. We work with local groups to better assist those in need. We offer training & work placement opportunities to the long term unemployed.
Jigsaw Kids Ministries
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfareOur activity is to provide for the refief of children and their families living in conditions of need, hardship or distress in south east asia.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Crosthwaite, Saint Kentigern, Keswick
Beneficiary group, ReligionRegular public worship open to allProvision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplationPastoral work, including visiting the sick and the bereavedTeaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groupsTaking of religious assemblies in schoolsPromoting the whole mission of the Church through the provision of activities for all age groups, parents and toddlers
Curlew Recovery South Lakes
EnvironmentThe objects of the CIO are(1) To promote the conservation of wildlife for the public benefit, by undertaking such activities that support the Eurasian Curlew and other wader species and their habitats in the South Lakes and elsewhere.(2) To advance education, for the public benefit, in the conservation of wildlife.
Lakes Christian Centre
Beneficiary group, ReligionThe 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.
Moorclose Community Centre
Arts, Facilities, LeisureCommunity Centre comprising social & leisure facilities including provision of rooms, theatre space and indoor & outdoor sports pitches. The Centre is well used by a broad range of local groups and services. Local sporting clubs and dance groups access the facilities for their training sessions. We have numerous day time and evening activities.
The Penrith Agricultural Society
Economic and community developmentTHE PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES OF THE SOCIETY IS THE ORGANISING OF THE ANNUAL PENRITH AGRICULTURAL SHOW AS PART OF ITS OBJECTS OF PROMOTION OF AGRICULTURE, FARMING AND THE COUNTRYSIDE.
Ambleside Parish Centre
Ambleside Parish Centre provides very high quality space for voluntary organisations andchurches for local people in Ambleside and the wider community.
Low Gillerthwaite Field Centre
Beneficiary group, Education, HousingLow cost hostel accommodation for groups including schools, students, family and friends etc. Educational facilities with a large classroom, used by local primary schools.Dark Sky accreditation, runs Dark Sky events. Off-grid and supports sustainability. Power is from a hydro electric scheme, and heating is from a biomass boiler using wood locally sourced.
Whitehaven Social Welfare Scheme
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsProvide facilities and open space for general use of the public and members.ieGrass outdoor Bowling Facility.Youth and Senior Football Pitches and showers.Pigeon Transport Storage Facility.Pond fishery and green walk facility.NHS Pulominary Rehabilition facility.Local Storage Areas for business and council use.Tenancy Facility.General Social Club Facilitysupport ex miners