Charities In North Somerset

FOREVER SPORT 38 wk Primary school PE & school sportBRIGHT SPARKS 38 wk secondary education programme for 12-16 yr oldsCAMPS Extra curricular rugby training for 8-16 yr oldsSUPER SUNDAY Extra curricular club development prog for 8-16 yr olds EAGLE PROJECT 12 wk rugby activity Yr 9 girlsSPECTRUM 38 wk prog for SEN childrenAREA OF DELIVERY: SW of England

Alive is dedicated to improving the quality of life of older people and their carers. We work to prioritise wellbeing into later life by engaging older people creatively through meaningful activity, training and supporting carers to enrich the lives of older people, reducing social isolation by connecting them to their local communities and speaking up for the rights of older people

Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

The Charity's objects are to further and assist in the education (both on a social and a physical basis) of children attending schools within Bristol and the neighbouring area, through the use of the game of football and other sports activities as educational tools and in furtherance of that object to provide Bristol and its surrounding area facilities at The Memorial Ground.

To advance education by the establishment, operation, promotion and support of a chamber orchestra, and smaller groupings of musicians, of the highest professional standard, and by the provision of concerts, recitals and performances of classical music in Bristol, Glocestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire and elsewhere.

VANS is the local infrastructure support organisation for voluntary and community groups and for volunteers across North Somerset.We provide a range of funding, development, training and networking activities to those groups.We also run the Volunteer Centre which provides information on volunteering opportunities and provides information and support to people wishing to volunteer.

SOFA PROJECT IS A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WITH THE CHARITABLE AIMS OF SUPPORTING THE REHABILITATION OF PRISONERS THROUGH WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ORGANISATION. THESE ACTIVITIES MAINLY COMPRISE THE RE-USE OF UNWANTED/DONATED FURNITURE AND DOMESTIC APPLIANCES BY REFURBISHING THEM AND SUPPLYING THEM AT LOW PRICES TO PEOPLE ON LOW INCOMES.

1. The advancement of the Christian Faith with the doctrinal standards and discipline of the Methodist Church.2. The advancement of any Charitable Purpose in the District, Circuit, local or other organisation of the Methodist Church in the Bristol District.

BRACE RAISES FUNDS TO SUPPORT RESEARCH INTO DEMENTIA, PARTICULARLY ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE. IT DOES NOT DISTRIBUTE FUNDS TO INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC.

Programmes to help young people to understand pathways and successfully access higher education, apprenticeships, or more skilled and better-paying jobs after school.

LoveBristol provide volunteers for community development and supports and initiates regeneration projects and intiatives in Stokes Croft and the Bristol area.

The advancement of the Christian faith, especially by the means of, and in accordance with, the priciples of the Baptist denomination as set out for the time being in the Declaration of Principle of The Baptist Union of Great Britain.

To promote and protect the mental wellbeing of mothers and families affected by antenatal and post-natal depression and associated mental health concerns through the provision of therapeutic groups and one to one support in the home, practical support, befriending, providing information and raising awareness of mental health concerns with the wider public and media.

We work for the benefit of all animals, by trying to prevent cruelty and by providing new homes for the many animals which come into our care. We help all animals-large or small.

To promote the study of archaeology, natural history and history, with particular reference to the historic County of Somerset, in such ways, including publications and information technology, as the Board of Trustees may deem appropriate.

The company provides a range of high quality services which are reflective and relevant to the needs of the mental health service user community, combats stigma and promotes a positive image of mental health and works in partnership with service users and other agencies to secure the widest range of services are available that best matches the needs of the service user community.

The JHF supports vulnerable children and young people through bespoke mentoring and tutoring programmes. We inspire positive changes in behaviour, resilience and self-esteem, empowering at-risk individuals to re-engage with their schools, families and wider communities.

THEATRE PRODUCERS AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION

Since 1981 Mothers for Mothers has supported families affected by perinatal mental illness, offering support to women and birthing people during pregnancy and until their youngest child attends school through our support services, across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.

Open Air Swimming Pool in Portishead open to the public, heated through the summer: April until September, and for winter swimming at weekends. It is staffed, maintained and run by volunteers and paid manager & lifeguards

Public worship open to all. Pastoral work including visiting the sick and bereaved. Teaching through sermons and small groups. Taking of religious assemblies in schools. Provision of children, family and youth activities with a Christian ethos. Staging of events and meetings. Provision of activities for senior citizens, parents, toddlers and other special need groups. Supporting mission groups.

As a specialist rural organisation we work with communities, businesses, social enterprises, groups and individuals to support and encourage community-led action. We are experienced in areas such as broadband, access to services, transport, affordable housing, fuel poverty, energy generation, village halls & community assets, health & social care, funding advice and community led planning.

We have been helping people who live with a neurological condition since 1985 providing the therapies and support our members need to maintain their independence and to minimise the effects that neurological conditions like Multiple Sclerosis have on their daily lives. We are also here for their families and carers, building a strong sense of community and understanding.

Escapeline provides education programmes to children & young people, aged 10-18 years, raising awareness of child exploitation and grooming, teaching them what to look out for & protective strategies. We provide training to professionals in education, health, social care & police on child exploitation. We also offer parents awareness workshops, 1-1 parent support services and 2-1 youth work.

The Brigstowe Project offers free confidential and independent advice and support for people affected by HIV and other long term health conditions.