Charities In Dorset

We operate in rural West Dorset:*Providing affordable activities for people of all ages including sports/fitness, art/crafts, clubs, skills development*Offering mental health & wellbeing support and information *Fighting to end loneliness & intergenerational divides by creating opportunities for people to come together socially & participate in their community*Running youth & holidayclubs

To promote the conservation of Endangered Species.To advance the education about and research into endangered Asian Species.

We support young people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or are questioning their sexuality or gender identity in Dorset, including Bournemouth and Poole. We also raise awareness of the challenges face by this group of young people to reduce incidences of homophobia, biphobia and transphobia.

The charity considers grants to individuals living in the Southwest of England and organisations with projects in the Southwest of England for general charitable purposes but in particular the encouragement of local life through education, the arts and social sciences.

We are a Christian Church but are not a part of any particular denomination. We believe the Bible is God's Word for us today. "Celebrating and Sharing the Love of God" ~ We believe these seven words summarise what Jesus felt was the greatest commandment (Matthew 22: 37-39). and also what he shared with his followers by way of the Great Commission (Matthew 28: 18-20).

The charity is a playschool for children aged 2-5yrs serving the local community. We follow the Early Years Foundation stage which is the curriculum for pre-school children.

Transport of urgently needed blood, drugs, breast milk, human tissues and other medical requirements originating from hospitals, other health care facilities and patients' homes throughout the Southwest of Engand

Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support provides support for everyone living with and beyond cancer. We offer regular friendly meetings both in Axminster and Lyme Regis so support and information can be accessed locally.

Home-Start Blackmore Vale helps build better lives for children. It supports isolated, struggling and vulnerable families either in their own homes, or through group work. The family must have a least one child under 5 years. The support enables them to cope with difficulties through a network of trained volunteers who work with the family according to their individual needs.

A small Ofsted regulated local preschool, run by a voluntary committee. The preschool accommodates children ages 2 years old to 5 years old, providing early years education. The preschool relies on fundraised money to support it.

The Christchurch Community Partnership was established to improve the economic, social and environmental well-being and the quality of life of those people who live in, work in and visit Christchurch.

RELIGIOUS SPONSHORSHIP & RELIEF OF POVERTY & EDUCATION

Youth Service provision, and facilities for Community use

StreetLight is an indoor Skate park and cafe. We run activities and events on the park, like Girl skate nights, who let the dads out, kids parties. and many more events. We also run in the cafe, film and discussion evenings. skater bible study. and lots of one off events. Through everything we do we aim to reach those who have not herd of Jesus and introduce them to him .

To promote social inclusion for the public benefit in the areas of Sturminster Newton, Gillingham, Shaftesbury, Sherborne and Blandford, and surrounding villages by preventing people from becoming socially isolated.Our projects include Stour-Shed, a member of Mens Shed UK, hot lunch delivery service, adapted sporting facilities. Lunch Clubs. Transport to medical appointments etc.

We are a Christian Community which meets together to worship, learn, act and care. We are based in a church building in the centre of Dorchester which is in use throughout the week by church groups, other community groups in the town, and national organizations. We have a shop, selling fair trade foods and crafts, Christian books, greetings cards, and CDs. We also run a coffee shop.

To provide accessible and affordable community transport to a rural area of South Somerst. The transport is for eligble groups and individuals who are socially, economically or physically disadvantaged and to encorage greater community participation of these people and those who are geographically isolated.

We run arts based holiday clubs and workshops that inspire children aged 6 to 14yrs, prioritising the less advantaged, offering free arts education and chances to work with local professional artists. We also provide a programme for teens offering training to gain arts qualifications and leadership skills.

The charity's activity is the running of St Andrews Pre-School. We offer high quality care of young children from the age of 2 until they start school. We are a community based group who enhance the development and education of the children through carefully planned play programmes in a safe, secure and stimulating environment.

Runs a pre-school playgroup for local children from the age of two. The maximum number of children is 26 at any one time. Open five days a week with lunch club Monday to Friday.

THE PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH IS THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES OF THE BAPTIST DENOMINATION. THE CHURCH MAY ALSO ADVANCE EDUCATION AND CARRY OUT OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND/OR OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD.

Religious activities

The charity was formed in 1994 to receive donations and legacies in order to give financial assistance with the operation of Ringwood and District Community Association (Charity No 301929) as and when required.

The objects of the CIO are the advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit among children and young people and their families

We are a church committed to spreading the good news of Jesus Christ to the local community of Weymouth and surrounding area. Our 'strapline' is "Sharing the Gospel, Making Disciples" and to that end there are many regular activities for people of all ages. Sunday morning worship is aimed at making the bible relevant to everyday life and the issues which confront us all today.