Charities In Northumberland

The study, investigation, description and preservation of antiquities and historical records in general and those of the historic counties of Northumberland and Durham and the historic City and County of Newcastle upon Tyne in particular.

The Trust provides grants to charitable organisations helping people in need in the historic counties of Northumberland and Durham. It gives priority to appeals linked to the Methodist Church as the settlor was an active Methodist.

Young and Sweet provide services to young people in Haltwhistle and the surrounding areas. Through informal learning young people will learn about and develop their emotional, physical and mental health. The young people will have the opportunity to be actively involved in their communities. Youth workers support young people to reach their goals through planning, support and encouragement.

Provision of childcare for ages 2.5 years to school age.

A building / base for, among other things, the provision of services to the Corbridge community in partnership with others. Including in the areas of health, welfare, education and well-being. The charity is newly formed but with plans advancing. We have also opened the Corbridge Heritage Centre in part of the building, a new facility for both residents and visitors staffed by local volunteers.

To promote and protect the health and welfare of people suffering from sarcoma cancer and their families through the provision of financial assistance, information, equipment and other practical support as the trustees may determine.

To create recreational educational and positive interventions for young people aged 11- 19 from the Newsham and New Delaval Area of Blyth.Currently, our work consists of delivering two center-based sessions focusing on the needs of Newsham young people.The charity also endeavours to work in partnership with organisations, to enhance and improve provision in the area

The aim of the Partnership is to improve the quality of life for those living, working and visiting the area (North Tyne and Redesdale valleys). The Partnership complements the non-statutory work of the Parish Councils, in it's ability to source and secure funding for projects. It also, where possible supports and encourages sustainable and economic development within the communities it serves.

TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF BOYS AND GIRLS AND IN PARTICULAR TO PROVIDE A VOLUNTARY CONTROLLED OR ACADEMY SCHOOL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN THE MORPETH AREA OF NORTHUMBERLAND

The charity is a village hall, which organises and provides facilities for social, entertainment, sporting and other activities for the local community. The building has a large, recently refurbished, upper hall and a smaller lower room, either or both of which can be booked by local individuals and organisations for meetings, functions, parties, concerts and other events and activities.

Provides buildings and facilities to be used by the community of Kirkwhelpington and the surrounding area for arts, culture, sport and recreation and a venue for public and private meetings and functions including the local post office.

To disburse community funds received from Wandylaw Wind Farm within Ellingham Parish, Northumberland. Funding is used improve communications through broadband and transport. These are both aspects to do with preventing isolation and rural poverty. The other areas of very high priority from a local survey were sustainability with renewable energies and improving the thermal comfort of homes.

The Duchess's High School Trust shall exist for the purpose of advancing the education of the pupils by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities and resources for the education of the pupils at the school which would not be provided otherwise.

To promote family history and assist all those indviduals who wish to research their family history. This is facilitated through members of the society and anyone from the general public using the research centre and library, and through postal enquiries.The society holds family history events in the community within the two counties. There is a very active branch network, meetings open to all.

Child Care Provision - provides before and after-school care and holiday care for children

Sarah's Star supports people living with incurable and palliative illnesses, as well as their families and health professionals in North East England. We provide a wide range of holistic therapies including meditation, massage, reiki, creative therapies, pilates and yoga. We also host death cafes and talks to normalise the conversation around palliative and end of life care.

The Trustees are responsible for the administration of non-public funds to provide benefit for all cadets in the Wing. Activities supported include Corps Sports (athletics, soccer, swimming, cross-country, rugby, netball and hockey), Leadership Courses, Nijmegen Marches, BTEC, Corps Music, Adventurous Training, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Competition Shooting (including Bisley) and Cadet Camps.

Bringing Words to Life (BWtL) is a literacy charity, founded by a journalist and author. After a lengthy pilot study in a primary school, the engagement of the children through this alternative platform encouraged the development of BWtL. The intention is to engage as many young people as possible with the processes, skills, and attitudes they need to enhance their literacy.

1. Pastoral Care - The Charity provides financial help, prayers and counselling to the needy2. Educational - activities for people of different persuasions, classes, cultures and race to learn about the Christian Faith3. Spirituality - is provided in the Christian context through worship, prayer and preaching4. Missions - The Charity is committed to missionary activities around the world

Funds historical and archaeological research with grants to volunteer groups, schools, museums and academic/professional researchers. Operates a website with accessible heritage information. Support local historical societies in studying the historical environment. Holds study days, lectures and visits. Publishes a respected annual journal, plus books and other publications.

Jack's Journey supports Cumbrian families who have received a cancer diagnosis and are currently, or have recently finished, cancer treatment. This is through financial grant making, but also through smaller gifts to aid their time in hospital.In addition, Jack's Journey provides holiday accommodation for families from across the north who are currently, or recently finished, cancer treatment.

Establish & maintain Forest School and Nursery settings in a variety of woodland areas in North East England. Deliver Forest School & outdoor learning activities in local woodland to children & young people. Engage communities in outdoor activities which reconnect them with natureEncourage children & their families to further engage in outdoor activities to increase health and wellbeing

TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF GREYHOUNDS, WHIPPETS AND LURCHERS BY PROVIDING NECESSARY CARE AND TEMPORARY SHELTER AND BY PLACING THEM IN SUITABLE HOMES.TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE CARE OF GREYHOUNDS WHIPPETS AND LURCHERS. WE DO LOTS OF MEET AND GREETS TO MAKE THE GENERAL PUBLIC AWARE OF WHAT WE DO.

The charity supports chronically-ill renal patients, and their carers, who are outpatients attending the Newcastle Upon HospitalsNHS Foundation Trust Renal Units.

The Sunday for Sammy Trust raises funds via concerts and DVD sales which it distributes as grants to performers at the outset of their career who need financial assistance for training, fees, equipment etc.