Charities In Reading

The Oxford Transplant Foundation has launched a campaign to raise funds towards establishing an Institute of Transplantation in Oxford allowing clinical practice,research and patient care to work in harmony with each other and to enhance the facilities available for Transplant and Renal patients.

Me2 Club enables the inclusion of children & young people with additional needs into mainstream activities. This is done through trained volunteers that provide 1-1 support. The Inclusion Training Project increases the skills, knowledge and confidence of mainstream leaders through training and advice. We also run residential trips for the children and volunteers involved in the charity.

The provision of regular public worship that is open to all. The teaching of the Christian faith through sermons, home groups, children's meetings and links with local schools. The promotion of the Christian faith for the elderly . The support of other charities involved in Christian outreach and development.

It is the responsibility of the Minster Parochial Church Council to co-operate with the incumbent in the administration of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Reading Minster of St Mary The Virgin & to engage in the mission & ministry of the parish. This involves pastoral care, daily services, special borough & county services & numerous carol services at Christmas.

Promoting healthy living through workshops/seminars and trainings. Welcoming and supporting women and their families from abroad. Workshops on education for both women, young people and men. Enhancing social networks through outings, picnics, holidays and exchange programmes. Empowering children/young people through drama, music, poetry etc. Promoting cultural awareness. Providing volunteering opp

Regular public worship open to all. Providing sacred space for personal prayer. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Religious assemblies in schools. Promoting the whole mission of the Church through activities for senior citizens, young people, parents and toddlers and other special needs groups.

Currently Celebration Church United Kingdom has its main congregation in Maidstone and a number of church plants organised in 4 hubs across the United Kingdom. The church is headquartered in Maidstone. Sunday services are held each week and other activities/events run throughout the week to cater for the needs of children, women, men and the youth in order to advance the Christian religion.

Income consists of Investment Income and Property Income which is distributed to the St. Laurence Ecclesiastical Charities and St. Laurence Relief in Need Trust.

Specialist Advice on Welfare Benefits.

ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE HISTORY OF PUBLIC ROAD PASSENGER TRANSPORT AND IN PARTICULAR IN THE HISTORY OF THOSE COMPANIES AND TYPES OF VEHICLES OPERATED THROUGH THE THAMES VALLEY AND GREAT WESTERN ROAD TRANSPORT CORRIDORS. CURRENT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE VINTAGE BUS RUNNING DAYS WHERE THE PUBLIC CAN EXPERIENCE BYGONE TRAVEL, RESTORATION OF HERITAGE VEHICLES, AND RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS.

To advance equality, human rights, good relations and social justice towards the elimination of discrimination and inequality for BMERM Communities & other persons experiencing disadvantage; providing legal advice, seminars, volunteering and training for employment in Ealing and surrounding areas

The Baby Bank collates together new and preloved items for families in need in the Berkshire and surrounding areas. Families are referred to us a variety of professionals who work in direct contact with the families.

The practice of music of excellence of all times, with special regard to the works of J S Bach in order to foster public knowledge and appreciation of such music by public performance.

Pre-School providing early years education for 2 - 5 year old chidlren.

Education/training.Girlguiding UK enables girls and young women to develop their potential and to make a difference to the world.The aim of guiding is to help girls and young women develop emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually so that they can make a positive contribution to their community and the wider world.

Home-Start is a voluntary organisation which is committed to promoting the welfare of families with at least one child under five years of age. Volunteers offer regular support, friendship and practical help to families under stress in their own homes helping to prevent family crisis and breakdown.

PROVIDING COUNSELLING SERVICES TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. WE SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE YOUNG PEOPLE, WE HAVE SPONSORED WITH COLLABORATION WITH OTHER CHARITIES SEMINARS ON TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THE CHALLENGNES ARISING FROM THIS.

We offer creative and play therapy to children and young people aged between 4-16 years old in Berkshire and Wiltshire areas. This supports those affected by traumatic life events and struggling emotionally. We also offer one-to-one Counselling for adults, couples therapy and systemic family sessions. In addition to our therapeutic services we run accredited training equipping lives for good.

For the public benefit, the relief and support of people with cancer, in Berkshire, and where appropriate online throughout UK by a) providing complementary therapies in acupuncture, arts therapy, aromatherapy, reflexology, massage, pilates and relaxation techniques: b) providing facilities for the practice of Yoga, Tai Chi and mindfulness training and c) provision of advice and information

Berkshire County Sports Club promotes community participation in healthy recreation through the provision of facilities for a range of sports. These include football and rugby pitches, cricket, tennis and squash courts, and an all-weather hockey/football pitch. All are available for use by members of the Club, as well as other sports clubs, schools, community organisations and the general public.

To alleviate the hardship and distress caused by the breakdown of family relationships and to preserve and protect the mental and physical health of all the family, by assisting couples involved in separation or divorce to make future plans for themselves and their children. The charity additionally seeks to actively promote the well being of families affected by separation or divorce by providing

jelly is an arts organisation in the heart of Reading. Established in 1993 as an artist led studio and exhibition facility, jelly is now a registered charity limited by guarantee, running exhibitions, educational activities, special arts events and selling high quality contemporary arts and crafts.

Argyle Community Church is an independent church which promotes the Christian faith and, for over 100 years, has conducted and supported various activities which bring benefit to our locality and world wide, through worship, prayer and practical means.

Worship services, bible studies, prayer meeting, pastoral care, youth meetings, visitations, outreach.

Provision of accommodation for other charities, local groups and individuals for education, welfare and leisure activities. Operation of a Neighbourhood Learning Centre. Provision of a facility for general information to the public. Drop-in coffee bar.