Charities In Scotland
Discover 6,574 charities in Scotland. Use the search below to filter within these results.
The Spiritualists' National Union
Arts, Education, ReligionWe promote SNU Spiritualism, administer a College, run educational courses, conduct examinations, award Certificates, Diplomas, etc., appoint Ministers and Officiants, promote spiritual healing, put on publicity events and conferences, publish literature, enrol Churches and individuals in membership, provide information, advice and support, act as Trustee for Churches, and promote missionary work.
The National Energy Foundation
EnvironmentThe National Energy Foundation is an independent charity working to improve the use of energy in buildings in the UK. It does this through undertaking projects, often in collaboration with others; supporting the provision of affordable warmth; providing capacity building programmes, for example in building performance evaluation and labelling; and offering information and advice.
The Chartered Institute Of Logistics And Transport In The UK
ResearchPROMOTE, ENCOURAGE & COORDINATE THE STUDY AND ADVANCEMENT OF THE SCIENCE AND ART OF LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT IN ALL FORMS.FACILITATING AND DELIVERING THE OPPORTUNITY FOR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, DEBATE, THE SHARING OF IDEAS AND PROVIDING ACCESS TO INFORMATION TO ALL.ASSIST AND FURTHER THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT IN THE INTERESTS OF AND BENEFIT TO SOCIETY IN GENERAL
The Christian Trust
Arts, ReligionTo offer personal prayer ministry to those in need and to provide Christian training through conferences, short courses, longer training programmes, on-line training and through the production and distribution of books, E-books, CDs, DVDs and recordings in MP3 format.
The Mainstay Foundation
Charitable activities, ReligionThe Mainstay Foundation primarily awards grants to organisations to assist them in their activities in line with the objectives of the charity. The objective of the charity is to assist the advancement of Shia Muslim communities globally in the areas of Religion, Education and Development. The Mainstay Foundation also establish some initiatives, such as events, in line with its objectives.
Whale And Dolphin Conservation
WDC's work combines concern for the welfare of individual whales, dolphins and porpoises with efforts to ensure the protection of the species, populations and their habitats. We conduct research, provide advice to decision makers about how to protect the animals and fund conservation and education projects around the world, working for solutions which benefit people and animals.
Royal Osteoporosis Society
Our vision is a future without osteoporosis. We will: Improve the nation's bone health and prevent osteoporosis; Influence healthcare professionals to deliver high quality healthcare so that people are assessed & treated earlier; Provide the best information, support & services to help people with osteoporosis live well; Drive research and development of new treatments that will beat osteoporosis
Laidlaw Opera Trust
Arts, HousingLaidlaw Opera Trust champions live music as a uniquely thrilling art form accessible to all. We invest in opera companies and houses who believe that opera should be part of everyones cultural capital. Through strategic support and grants, we aim to expand Operas reach and self-sufficiency.
Sisters Of Charity Of St Paul The Apostle
Beneficiary group, ReligionTo be the support or advancement by lawful charitable means of charitable work for the time being carried on by the Congrgation & the advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion.
Child Poverty Action Group
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareChild Poverty Action Group is a charity, working for children in the UK. We believe no child should grow up in hardship or lose out through poverty. Our aim is to prevent and end child poverty by advocating evidence-based solutions to policy-makers and providing accurate information and advice so families can access the financial support they need.
The Coalfields Regeneration Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentGrant Making Organisation
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HealthThe Foundation's vision is to defeat lung cancer to be achieved by four major areas -Funding a research programme-Prevention activity inc stop smoking support, youth smoking prevention-Support activity inc practical and emotional suport for people affected by lung cancer-Influencing and campaigning to ensure patients have equitable access to the best treatment and care.
Holocaust Educational Trust
Our Key Educational Activities are:Outreach ProgrammeLessons from Auschwitz ProjectEducational ResourcesTeacher TrainingAmbassador ProgrammeHolocaust Memorial Day
Royal Astronomical Society
LeisureThe Society promotes the study of astronomy and geophysics.
Justice & Care
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Saving of livesJustice & Care is committed to joining forces to end modern slavery. We work in three strategic locations Bangladesh, Romania and the UK, seeking to protect vulnerable communities from trafficking. We help men, women and children who have been exploited to walk free and rebuild their lives. We work with police and criminal justice systems to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
Royal Television Society
ArtsThe RTS furthers the public's understanding of television through its publications, web site and educational events organised nationally and through its Nations and Regions Centres. For full details see the RTS Annual Report.
Marine Conservation Society
ResearchThe Marine Conservation Society fights for the future of our ocean through people powered action, with science on our side. We defend habitats and species, with communities, businesses and governments. Together, we work towards a cleaner, better protected, healthier ocean. For seas full of life, where nature flourishes and people thrive.
Cardiff And Vale Citizens Advice Bureau
Charitable activitiesThe charity provides advice, information and representation to individuals and undertakes social policy work.
Living Streets (the Pedestrians Association)
To promote the safety of the walking public and the comfort and general amenities of pedestrians.To create safe, attractive, enjoyable streets across the UK.
The Performing Right Society Foundation
ArtsPRS Foundation is the UK's leading charitable funder of new music and talent development. Since 2000 it has given more than £50 million to over 9,000 new music initiatives by awarding grants and leading partnership programmes. PRS Foundation supports an exceptional range of new music activity, from showcases and commissions to a network of talent development partners www.prsfoundation.com
The Housing Associations' Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, HousingHACT is a charity, social enterprise and industry-focused think/do tank established by the housing association sector.Our aim is to work with the housing sector, government, civil society and communities to develop and share innovative approaches to meeting changing needs. We seek to influence and innovate in ways which help housing providers deliver more effectively within their communities.
Princes Mead School Trust
Beneficiary group, EducationPrince's Mead is an independent co-educational prep school for children from 3 to 11 years.
The Incorporated Catholic Truth Society
ArtsThe apostolate of the Catholic Truth Society is to publish and distribute books and religious items to promote understanding of the Catholic faith, to as wide an audience as possible. The apostolate relies on the income produced from sales of its goods and from donations from the Catholic and wider Christian community.
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio)
Social welfareTO RELIEVE NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS AMONG THOSE ENGAGED IN THE PUBLIC TRANSPORT INDUSTRY WITHIN GREAT BRITAIN (OR WHO HAVE BEEN SO ENGAGED), ALONG WITH THEIR DEPENDANTS.TBF IS A MEMBERSHIP CHARITY AND MOST BENEFITS ARE RESTRICTED TO THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTE TO IT. THE MAIN EXCEPTION IS THAT THOSE NOMINATED BY TRANSPORT FOR LONDON MAY BE HELPED FROM A SEPARATE TFL STAFF WELFARE FUND.
The Florence Nightingale Foundation
Charity and VCS support, Education, Health, Housing, ProfessionsWe advance the study of nursing and promote excellence in nursing practice. We raise funds to provide scholarships for nurses and midwives, to study at home or abroad to provide innovation in practice, extend skills to meet changing needs.