Charities In Scotland

PROMOTION OF THE UK HOLSTEIN AND FRIESIAN DAIRY CATTLE BREEDS. SUPPORT FOR THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE UK DAIRY INDUSTRY

The advancement and promotion of the Christian religion and Christian religious education of the public, advancing public knowledge of other world faiths with significant communities in the United Kingdom. Encouraging and developing leadership amongst young people and supporting disadvantaged young people and those frail or lonely through old age and disability.

We are a unique global network of around 31,000 changemakers enabling people, places and the planet to flourish. We champion curiosity, creativity and courage to inspire better ways of thinking and doing. Our proven change process, rigorous research and design skills, innovative ideas platforms and our wider convening power combine to enable the RSA to deliver solutions for lasting change.

To support Dr Williams's Library and to maintain an educated Protestant Dissenting Ministry in England and Wales.

THE CHARITY AIMS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY HELPING BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS UNDERSTAND THAT THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SKILLS BASE THEY CAN IMPROVE THEIR PERFORMANCE. ITS MAIN ACTIVITIES FOCUS ON DEVELOPING AND RECOGNISING THE SKILLS OF THE WORKFORCE AND DEVELOPING AND SUPPORTING A NETWORK OF TRAINING INSTRUCTORS AND PROVIDERS.

The advancement of social well being, particularly by scientific research. We do this in two ways: by supporting research, enquiry and innovative development that will contribute to the improvement of policy and practice; and by supporting young people to develop their interest in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).

IntoUniversity aims to address underachievement and social exclusion among young people by offering an integrated programme of out-of-school study, mentoring, aspirational coaching, personal support and, in partnership with universities, specially-devised FOCUS weeks, days and weekends.

To make grants to UK frontline charities to support projects or programmes in defined areas of need.

Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE) exists to combat overfishing and the destruction of biodiversity through the creation of large-scale marine reserves and by delivering new models of sustainable fishing.

Sustaining our church and faith; Supporting Quaker meetings; Promoting Quakerism; Witness through Action.

The objectives of the UK charity are to raise awareness of stem cell and bone marrow donation and to increase the number of registered potential stem cell donors in the UK and; thus provide a second chance at life for those with a blood cancer whose survival depends upon being matched with an unrelated donor.

Make-A-Wish grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. Our wishes are truly magical. Whether a wish is to be a princess for the day, own the latest computer equipment, meet a favourite celebrity, or enjoy some special time away from home with their family, a wish come true brings so much to a child's life and provides memories that last a lifetime.

The Ramblers helps everyone, everywhere, enjoy walking and protects the places we all love to walk. We are the only charity dedicated to looking after paths and green spaces, leading walks, opening up new places to explore and encouraging everyone to get outside and discover how walking boosts your health and your happiness.

Promoting and advancing workforce education, training and skills; Improving the design and implementation of workforce development practices and policies; Providing integrated learning, accreditation and digital solutions; Undertaking and assisting in the identification, design and recognition of continuing professional development for individuals and teams

We are an independent charity that transforms lives through literacy. We improve reading, writing, speaking and listening in communities where poverty is on the increase and literacy levels are low. Our research and analysis make us the leading authority on literacy and drive our interventions. Our work is focused on critical moments in literacy development when we can make the greatest impact.

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust works to improve and transform the lives of people with cystic fibrosis by investing in research and its application to patients, driving up standards of clinical care in the NHS, providing information, advice and support for people with cystic fibrosis and their families, campaigning and influencing policy and raising awareness in the media and the general public.

The promotion of better HIV, sexual and general health by education of the public, the provision of HIV and sexual health programmes and material, care and support services, clinical services, advice information and advocacy.

CyclingUK's vision is of a healthier, happier and cleaner world, because more people cycle. We want people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to be able to cycle safely, easily and enjoyably. We promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.

We offer information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthoodWe aim to give every parent the chance to make informed choicesWe want to make sure that everyone in the UK, regardless of background or location, has access to our services and activitiesWe advocate on behalf of parents to make the UK more parent friendly by improving services and support for parents

For over 75 years we have been researching why species like the grey partridge, water vole, corn bunting and black grouse have declined. We are continually developing practical measures to reverse these declines.We are the only UK charity using science to promote game and wildlife management as an essential part of nature conservation.

The Trust advances the education of the public in archaeology, history and related disciplines associated with the City of York and elsewhere and promotes the preservation and display of collections of archaeological material and carries out research and disseminates the results.This is achieved by running visitor attractions and providing archaeological services.

The Generation Foundation seeks to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable economic system; one that is aligned with a low-carbon, prosperous, healthy, safe and fair society. The Foundation executes this mission through research, major partnerships, grant-making, and through the matched giving programme for Generation employees.

PROMOTING THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR BY ENCOURAGING AND FACILITATING CHARITABLE GIVING THROUGH THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY (IN PARTICULAR USING PENNIES THE DIGITAL CHARITY BOX (PENNIES) DESIGNED TO MAKE IT EASIER TO GIVE TO CHARITY, AND MONITORING THE USE OF THE FUNDS BY CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS.

Wild plant conservation

As an educational charity, we work to improve the administration and practice of taxation to the benefit of all affected by it: protecting the public by monitoring Chartered Tax Advisers' compliance with regulations; setting and administering tax examinations; advising government on proposed and enacted tax legislation; giving general tax education on websites; and making grants for tax research.