Charities In Durham

To help relieve sickness and preserve health through the provision of expertise, equipment, financial support, facilities and services as resources permit.To support the development of a comprehensive province-wide health and social care system.To support the provision of health education, disease prevention and training in health and hygiene for staff, the general public and health workers.

To research, preserve, and promote the Northumbrian language.

To promote facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents of Oakerside Park and the surrounding area.

FOTOS supports the children of The Oaks School and their families. We support the school Enterprise Fayre, Leaver's event and Christmas parties every year. We host coffee mornings and a variety of other social events. This year's dates are on the school website and everyone is welcome. We supply specialist equipment and activities to school through our fund raising and grant applications

We provide a community centre in Bearpark. We offer leisure and educational activities and provide rooms and facilities for the use of community groups and individuals.

Promote interests of all residents of the Tees Valley area, in particular but not exclusively the Chinese community - foster social inclusion through the delivery of services focusing on attracting excluded groups from disadvantaged/minority groups. Provide facilities to improve the social and economic well-being. Encourage healthy lifestyle. Advance education for all age groups and run a Chinese

The Aim of the Scouts Association is to provide an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law, and guided by adult leadership. Througth a range of activties and events to allow young people the oportunity to express themselves, learn and develop as individuals and as responsible citizens and members of the community.

The charity provides watersport opportunities for both its members and the wider community. It has a strong focus on supporting young people and works with local scout, school and youth groups to provide access to healthy watersport activities. Barriers to watersport participation are minimised by providing low cost equipment and facilities, whilst maintaining a sustainable financial base.

HVHA is the community association for the village. It operates the village hall used by local organisations - choral group, church, W.I etc. It organises the weekly quiz, monthly social nights, some family social nights, the village Exhibition Day, charitable events for causes such as Marie Curie, and provides a venue for hire for private parties such as birthdays, christenings etc.

TO PROMOTE, MAINTAIN, IMPROVE AND ADVANCE EDUCATION, PARTICULARLY BY THE PRODUCTION OF EDUCATIONAL PLAYS AND THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF THE ARTS.

Maintenance of Bowes Memorial Chapel in Barnard Castle, Co. Durham.

We are a friendly, motivated and progressive brass band. We have a flexible approach to membership and welcome players of varying ages and abilities. We have a training band, offering free tuition and instruments loan. We rehearse and are very active in the local community, representing Trimdon (and the North East) at concerts, civic functions and in competitions (locally and nationally).

Amateur Symphony Orchestra. It aims to provide public concerts, charity music provision, and consultation to other music groups. (Minimum age 16).

To advance & promote the science, education & technology of Mining Engineering & engineering generally. To secure the increased safety & improved health and well being of those employed. To collect, acquire & disseminate, scientific knowledge & technical information. To advance & promote the science & technology of addressing the environmental & socio-economic legacies of former mining activities.

The Charity operates in Upper Weardale, Co. Durham. It provides a venue for use by the whole community and includes various regular activities including Bowls, Keep Fit, Drama performances, Dance, facilities for birthday parties and weddings and also venues for Church Bazaars etc. There is a bi-monthly cinema club and a Community Fitness Suite.

Manage Witton-le-Wear Community Centre

The Aim of The Scout Association is to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as responsible citizens and as a member of their local, national and international communities. The method of achieving the Aim is by providing a scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law guided by adult Leadership

The Hall is used by people of all ages for meetings, classes, social events and family celebrations such as children's birthday parties. Regular users include the Church itself, Brownies, Guides, Rainbows, Book Club and yoga. An Out of School Group, 'Big Hands, Little Hands' is a regular user of the Hall.

Build social bonds between parents, family and teachers. Organise activities to raise funds for resources or experiences which enhance the education and experience of the pupils at the school.

Shotley Bridge Dog ClubDurham County Canine AssocZumba Keep FitYoga Keep FitKarateMother and Toddlers

Making of grants for relief of poverty

PENSIONS FOR SPINSTERS OVER 55 YEARS OF AGE, WHO BY WAY OF ILL-HEALTH OR INFIRMITY CANNOT EARN A LIVELIHOOD

the aim of the scout association is to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical,intellectual,social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and members of their local national and international communities.