Charities In Northern Ireland

General charitable purposes

Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN) seeks to connect and support grassroots independent food aid providers, to provide a voice for these groups by advocating on their behalf at a national level, and to campaign for food security for all - and the end for the need of charitable food aid in the UK.

The relief of sickness and the preservation of health among people in the UK, in particular those with prostate cancer, by providing or assisting in the provision of equipment, facilities and services not normally provided by the statutory authorities. To advance the education of the general public in all areas relating to prostate cancer, including raising awareness of the symptoms.

The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry (UK) proclaims biblical truth about Israel and the Messiah while bringing physical and spiritual comfort to the Jewish people. The Ministry teaches how scripture reveals Gods love and passion for Jewish people and the biblical significance of the people of Israel.

(a) Education about and promotion of a greater understanding of the condition of high blood pressure, among sufferers, carers and medical, nursing and related professions;(b) Promotion of research into the condition of high blood pressure and the publication of the useful results of such research; and(c) Relief of people suffering from high blood pressure by providing information & support

A multi-disciplinary networking membership association for professionals working in the field of child protection. Provides a forum to exchange views, opinions, issues, research and experience. Provides a voice for professionals to policy-makers. Publishes an online bi-monthly journal and provides online training through local and national workshops, conferences, and a national 3 day congress.

Vision StatementTo spread and advance the playing of chess among blind and partially sighted people throughout the United Kingdom by organising tournaments and providing coaching and reference material. Also we provide, at subsidised cost, tactile chess sets and talking digital chess clocks.

The charity's main project is to deliver a learning and development programme for church leaders called Reconciling Mission. The purpose of the Reconciling Mission programme is to equip and resource participants for envisioning and emboldening Anglican Christians and their churches to engage more deeply with their neighbours, and to contribute to reconciliation across inequalities in society.

To assist with the welfare and to relieve the suffering of animals (excluding birds, fishes and reptiles) throughout the UK and NI who are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage, including assisting those who undertake research into the causes or treatment of suffering of animals.

THE TRUST MAKES GRANTS TO: 1) ORGANISATIONS SEEKING TO FILL ACADEMIC EDUCATIONAL GAPS.2) INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EITHER WITHIN SIGHT OF THE END OF SELF-FINANCED DEGREE OR HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE AND WHO ARE FACING UNEXPECTED FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES OR (B) REQUIRED, AS PART OF A UNIVERSITY COURSE , TO STUDY ABROAD. 3)EXPEDITIONS PROPOSING TO CARRY OUT SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Promotes education in Neuroanaesthesia and Neurocritical Care.Promotes high standards of practice and patient care in Neuroanaesthesia and Neurocritical CareEncourages research in the above medical fieldsOffers advice to appropriate bodies or individuals concerning neuroanaesthesia and neurocritical careActs a forum through an annual meeting and seminars to exchange and advance knowledge

Resources & professional development activities for professionals working with children with VI. Website with access to the American Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness. Professional networks, annual national conference, representation to Government on issues about the education of children with VI. Funds provide research. VIEW acts as a partner for relevant teacher training courses.

To receive, consider and award as appropriate, applications for the financial support of marketing projects in line with the Objects of the Trust.

The creation and performance of dance and theatre productions and the delivery of education work, which use dance to explore issues of life and faith.

The Kidney Cancer Support Network (KCSN) is the only patient led kidney cancer charity in the UK, this gives our charity a unique perspective & understanding of the needs of kidney cancer patients their carers & families.The Kidney Cancer Support Network seeks to improve the lives of kidney cancer patients by providing advocacy, information, general resources and emotional and practical support

Grant making

Success Charity is committed to enabling brighter futures for survivors of childhood brain tumours. Success provides dedicated rehabilitative support, access to information, resources and key assessments, connects survivors via peer support and networking events and conducts research to better understand the consequences of brain injury after treatment, and to improve advocacy for survivors.

Running peer support groups for those living with depressionTraining volunteer support group facilitatorsRaising Awareness of mental health, particularly depression

The charity enables churches to set up spaces that are overtly inclusive of the whole community and most particularly of the needs of the most isolated, most anxious and most vulnerable people in their community. This is encouraging churches to serve and benefit society by sustaining simple quiet shared community spaces in partnership with existing mental health services.

The trustees identify projects and approach organisations they wish to support. The Foundation does not make grants to people or organisations who apply speculatively.

To equip young wheelchair users with the skills to help them reach their full potential and increase their confidence as well as providing ongoing support and advice for them and their families/carers. Our free, UK wide, workshops combine vital skills training with fun, games and social interaction for the whole family. We can also give guidance on the best chair to suit each individual's needs.

To promote and further the study of archaeology and the preservation of antiquities; to carry out and encourage research into art, architecture and antiquities and to publish material in furtherance of its activities.

Through Faith Missions (TFM) exists to do evangelism, serving local churches and involving many other Christians in the task. It is supported entirely by gifts, from individuals and from churches and does not charge fees for its work.Through Faith Missions statement of faith is the Apostle's Creed and our vision is to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ spread throughout the UK and abroad.

We work with artists, the music industry and the general public to promote a green music industry, and support artists in speaking out on climate change.

NATECLA is the national forum and professional organisation for teachers of English for adult speakers of other languages (ESOL) and community languages in the UK. We provide high quality training for teachers through conferences, webinars, online forums and a journal. We provide expert advice to government bodies and other agencies, and campaign to promote ESOL and community languages.