Charities In Devon

To carry on charitable purposes which benefit the community and in particular to provide a subsidised scooter and motorcycle loan scheme to individuals residing in the South West of England and its environs who are in need of such a service and to provide opportunities for said individuals to access work and training, participate in social and leisure activities.

Plymouth Arts Centre is a leading organisation for independent cinema in the SW. Through its overall programme of world and live cinema, talks and events, and Open Air Cinema, Plymouth Arts Centre's cinema encourages critical debate and questions the role that film plays in the wider culture. It is dedicated to the enjoyment, education and stimulation of all through the role of independent film.

Organising an annual agricultural show in order to raise funds to support and promote agriculture in the locality of West Somerset and also to support students of agricultural and land based subjects by way of bursaries.

Religious activities

To safeguard, protect and preserve the good health, both mental and physical of children and parents of children;To prevent cruelty to or maltreament of children;To relieve sickness, poverty and need amongst children and parents of children;to promote the education of the public in better standards of childcare

Recycling of freely donated bicycles to give affordable access to fully reconditioned roadworthy bikes, to local children and adults, to enable them to improve their health, increase their opportunities for employment, reduce the cost of their transport, interact within their community, volunteer and fund raise. Training and instruction in road safety is provided both on and off road.

The relief of food poverty

Care of the charity's buildings and futherance of the religious and other charitable work of the Church of England in the parish of St George and St Paul, Tiverton as described in the Governing Scheme

We work closely with our local community to provide transport for medical appointments, a wide range of activity groups that focus on enhancing wellbeing and building social connections, as well as home-based services e.g. befriending, sitters for carers and practical support such as nail cutting. Our office is an information hub for our community about a range of local support services.

Running an international classical music festival on Exmoor, Dartmoor and surrounding areas. In addition we offer school workshops, a residency programme and have a Young Musicians Platform competition for talented young musicians living in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool was built in 1979 by the Community for the Community and continues to be run by volunteers. We have a 25 metre heated outdoor swimming pool and open in April to September. The pool provides general swimming, lessons for children and adults, aqua-circuit sessions and private hire. Local schools and clubs also use the pool. We are open and accessible to all

Provide 2 Churches for prayer and regular services of public worship. Provide pastoral care, including visiting and ministering to the sick, lonely, bereaved. Provide facilities for local vlountary community groups, promoting the mission of the Church and sharing its Christian values. Support other Christian charities in UK and overseas. Collaborate with other Exeter churches.

(1) The provision of housing for persons who are in need, financial hardship or distress;(2) Such exclusively charitable purposes for the benefit of the Beneficiaries or a sufficient section of them as the charity trustees decide;(3) The relief, either generally or individually of persons resident in the Area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, by making grants.

The provision of practical assistance and support for people with disabilities to enable such individuals to achieve their full potential by developing their abilities and skills, living as independent a life as the individual's disability will permit, maximizing their quality of life and development and occupation of their minds by pursing spiritual, recreational and employment opportunities.

The Mansion in Totnes is a vibrant community hub. Home to groups like Totnes Library and Climate Hub, it offers spaces for classes, events, and the popular Canteen cafe. A dynamic space, with a variety of rooms to hire that suits any purpose, its always busy with activities for everyone.

We are a charitable Foundation based in Devon which helps individuals facing extreme difficulties where such financial help may offer some long term benefit.

COMMUNITY CHAPLAINCY WORKS WITH PEOPLE OF ALL FAITHS AND OF NONE. IT SEEKS TO PROVIDE PRACTICAL, EMPOWERING AND AFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR PRISONERS AND EX-PRISONERS BOTH PRIOR TO DISCHARGE AND ON RELEASE, IN ORDER THAT THEY MAY SUCCESSFULLY RE-INTEGRATE INTO THE COMMUNITY, REALISE THEIR POTENTIAL AND NOT RETURN TO PRISON.

General charitable purposes at the Trustees discretion having regard to directions and wishes expressed by the Settlors

To provide sheltered housing for the elderly

The Appledore Book Festival raises the profile of Appledore, increases enjoyment of reading in the community for all ages and abilities through exciting events, raises money for local charitable purposes and encourages support for libraries.The Festival advances the education of the public in the subject of literature, reading and the local history of Appledore and its surrounding area.

Promotion and advancement of the Christian faith. Operation of a worshipping and witnessing church and with practical involvement in the counties of Devon Somerset and Cornwall.

Public worship including bible teaching and prayer. Evangelism locally, nationally and internationally. Teaching and encouragement of children and young people. Pastoral care for people of all ages.

Modbury Pre-school and School's Out offers childcare for pre-school children from the ages of 2-5 years during the core day, then for children from 3-11 for wrap-around care and holiday club. The Pre-school operates five days a week in term for 50 weeks of the year and is in a dedicated classroom on the site of Modbury Primary School.

As part of the activity of prevention of and relief of poverty the church support individuals and organisations in Romania, America, India and in the UK.