Charities In Leicestershire

To lead, promote and develop sustainable voluntary activity in the local community and act as a resource for voluntary groups and organisations in the Borough of Charnwood. Operates a variety of services and activities incuding well-being projects, a community cafe and a transport service.

Rosminian parish ministry;Chaplaincy; Retreat and Renewal; Overseas Missionary Work and Donations;Social and Pastoral work;Education;Publication and Communications;Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults;Support of members of the Congregation and their mission

Leicester Drama Society is an amateur drama group which exists to encourage the study and practice of dramatic art and to promote and conduct theatrical performances. The Society owns and operates a theatre in Leicester city centre - The Little Theatre - where it stages 13 productions a year and provides a venue for other amateur societies and some professional shows.

Encourages individuals and organisations to work in partnership to build stronger, safer and better communities - under the banners of Reaching People and CIP ( Communities in Partnership). Supports, involves and enables individuals, communities and organisations to influence and improve, planning and delivery of services. Provides services for the VCS to develop and improve.

BUILDING HEROES WAS FORMED WITH THE VISION OF PROVIDING CONSTRUCTION SKILLS, EMPLOYABILITY TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE TO YOUNG UNEMPLOYED ADULTS AND MILITARY VETERANS, WORKING SIDE BY SIDE

Rural Community Council ensures that all those who work and live in rural communities in Leicestershire and Rutland are provided with access to a range of opportunities, services and facilities, which are sustainable and inclusive to all and are empowered to influence and manage their future

The principal activity of the charity is to promote the Buddhist faith through the activities of teaching, study, practice and the observance of moral discipline all within the Buddhist tradition of Je Tsongkhapa.

We provide and offer services for the empowerment of profoundly Deaf British Sign Language users these include: -British Sign Language Interpreting Services Lip Speaking ServiceOlder Persons SchemeCommunity Centre Welfare Rights SupportBritish Sign Language classesDeaf Awareness TrainingLip Reading Classes

We provide opportunities for young people whose life circumstances put them at a disadvantage to engage in creative projects to support their personal development & achievement of their ambitions: running a varied programme of arts, music & cooking activities, from group sessions to one to one support & supporting community capacity building. We also work with adult prisoners and asylum seekers.

Ante Natal GroupPost Natal GroupParent/Toddler GroupPre School PlaygroupKarate groups for young boys and girlsWomens' exercise and activity groups including Mendhi classes and craft groupsDiabetic Advice classesEnglish classesDay Centre for people recovering from mental illnessElders group community cafe

The charity's aim is to help and educate young people to develop their physical, mental, moral and spiritual activities and capacities. Three principal activities to achieve this are: The provision of residential and day retreat experiences at the Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre. The provision of an outreach ministry. Training, resourcing and advice for youth ministry in the Diocese .

The activities of the charity are to promote the whole mission of the church, pastoral, evengelistic, social and ecumenical for the benefit of the public and the advancement of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.

Support to women and girls with complex needs. Provides one-to-one practical and emotional support, advice and advocacy, counselling and psychotherapy and therapeutic group programmes.

Pulp Friction Smoothie Bar CIO supports adults with Learning Disabilities and or Autism to develop their social, work readiness and independent living skills through a variety of activities that are person centered and focus on catering and hospitality, gardening and horticulture, social events such as running a choir. We work in Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City.

LOPC provides adventurous activity experiences designed to stimulate, educate and motivate young people & others at affordable prices, in a safe challenging environment. Activities include high ropes, archery, team building, campcraft, paddle-sports & more. LOPC provides NGB coach education courses, childcare (Holiday Schemes & After School Club) and is the base for many community group clubs.

The preservation and protection of good physical and mental health by providing advice and training in subjects relating to health, primarily through a public gym facility, and to carry out this purpose with a Christian ethos and as an outworking of the Christian faith;

ENABLES INDIVIDUALS, COMPANIES AND PUBLIC BODIES TO GIVE TO SUPPORT CHARITY AND COMMUNITY NEEDS, BY HELPING DONORS SET UP NAMED FUNDS - EITHER FOR TIME-LIMITED GRANTMAKING, OR BY GENERATING INVESTMENT INCOME FOR "PERPETUAL" GIVING.OPERATES AN ACCESSIBLE AND MONITORED GRANT MAKING PROCESS, MAINLY TO GROUPS ACROSS LEICESTERSHIRE AND RUTLAND, BUT BEYOND IF REQUIRED.

Shama provides a range of activities that empower women to become more active economically,educationally and socially to develop their confidence, language, employablity, physical and mental well being. Includes accredited training in IT, ESOL,Dressmaking, Counselling; holistic therapies, mentoring.On site Ofsted registered nursery. Women only sauna and gym.

MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF THE ORCHESTRA. THE PROMOTION OF CONCERTS ON ITS OWN ACCOUNT AND WITH LOCAL PROMOTERS AND THE PRESENTATION OF EDUCATION PROJECTS.

THE HOLDING OF AN ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL AND HORSE SHOW ON FIRST SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER AND ON FARM COMPETITIONS IN A RESTRICTED AREA THROUGHOUT THE YEAR WITH OTHER ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC.

Support to people of all ages with learning disability in & around Melton, through clubs, services and facilities for leisure-time occupation, and the development of skills for independent living. Personal support to people with learning disability in their homes and in the community, enabling respite for families and carers. A pre-school nursery inclusive of children with learning disability.

The principle activities are:Counselling young people using volunteer counsellors working in schools and youth centres.Training volunteer counsellors in-house and using external trainers.Training school staff in relevant issues.Training young people in schools.

PASIC provide practical, financial and social support to the families of children and young people living with cancer. Our family support workers help families build support networks to reduce isolation. We also offer financial assistance and organise activities such as parties, trips and other events so that families can spend quality time together away from the stresses of the hospital.

To improve the social, emotional and intellectual education of young people with special needs and to provide social activities.To run an outreach service in Leicester City and County to provide support for children and young people with special needs and their families and carers. (Menphys SOS)To promote the inclusion of people with special needs in society.

To promote humane behaviour towards animals, in particular by providing appropriate care & protection for dogs and cats which are in need due to sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage, re-homing such animals where practical and appropriate and educating the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and responsible pet ownership in Leicestershire.