Charities In Scotland
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The Chartered Certified Accountants Benevolent Fund
Social welfareThe Chartered Certified Accountants' Benevolent Fund provides support to ACCA members and their dependants who are experiencing severe financial difficulties. The support given to beneficiaries ranges from one off payments to longer term support or a loan. ACCA operates in over 170 countries, and the Benevolent Fund's support is available to members worldwide.
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK
Beneficiary groupTo relieve the Charitable needs of people with Prader Willi Syndrome and their families and carers by the provision of services, advice and support as the Trustee's shall determine.
The Peace Museum
Education, HeritageThe Peace Museum, in its galleries and travelling exhibitions, tells the stories of peace, peacemakers and the peace movement. Using its collection of over 16,000 artefacts, it engages in educational outreach and promotes peace and justice locally, nationally and internationally through its work with schools, community groups, peace organisations and other peace museums throughout the world.
The Ataxia-Telangiectasia Society
Ataxia Telangiectasia (AT) is a progressive genetic condition which from early childhood causes increasingly severe disability, and shortens lives. The AT Society is dedicated to improving quality of life and quality of care for people living with AT while actively promoting research to lengthen lives and ultimately bring about a cure.
The Tuberous Sclerosis Association
Beneficiary groupThe TSA:-supports individuals affected by Tuberous Sclerosis Complex(TSC), together with their families and carers;-encourages and supports research into the causes and management of TSC; and-provides education, publicity and information to promote awareness of the problems caused by TSC.
British Society For Colposcopy And Cervical Pathology
Health, ResearchTo actively promote high standards of colposcopy & research into screening for, diagnosis and prevention of cervical cancer. The BSCCP is committed to an international approach to the disease and continues to oversee trainees & registered colposcopists, who are currently practising, to ensure they maintain their competence.
New Ground Churches
Social welfareTo advance the Christian faithTo provide events for Christian fellowship and teachingTo relieve sickness and financial hardship To promote and preserve good health
Biblical Counselling UK
Health, ReligionThe advancement of the christian religion by the promotion of the understanding and practice of Biblical counselling and establishing and carrying out ministries related thereto.
Brainstrust
Health, ResearchThe Trust's principal charitable objects are to provide funding for the support of and treatment for people diagnosed with primary brain cancer, particularly critically sited brain tumours. The Trust also funds translational scientific research into the treatment of brain cancer.
The General Assembly Of The True Jesus Church, United Kingdom
ReligionTo advance the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in accordance with the statement of faith attached hereto by co-ordinating the activities of the local churches and providing policies and guidance to them and to evangelise and propagate the gospel and provide help and spiritual support
The Archives And Records Association (uk And Ireland)
LeisureServes the needs of archives, archive conservation and records management services, of those who work with them, and of those who use them for work or recreation.
The Combustion Engineering Association
The provision of a service for the public dissemination of knowledge of combustion engineering and efficiency in the utilisation of energy and associated information.
Naval Families Federation
Beneficiary groupEstablished in 2003, the NFF represents the views, needs and 'lived experience' of families of serving personnel to their respective Chains of Command (CoC), central Government, Other Government Departments, and other key stakeholders. It provides a 'voice' to Naval Service families which informs decision-making about issues that affect them.
The Turing Trust
Education, SocietyThe Turing Trust aims to improve education and employability by:improving access to information technologies by sourcing and then refurbishing used IT equipment,developing learning software for independent learning,teacher training to improve the quality of education delivered,and promoting equality and diversity in the field of technology.
Ileostomy And Internal Pouch Association
HealthIA'S PRIMARY AIM IS TO HELP PEOPLE WHO HAVE TO UNDERGO SURGERY WHICH INVOLVES THE REMOVAL OF THEIR COLON (KNOWN AS A COLECTOMY) AND THE CREATION OF EITHER AN ILEOSTOMY OR AN ILEO-ANAL POUCH. IA AIMS TO HELP THEM WITH ALL ASPECTS OF THEIR REHABILITATION, TO PROMOTE AND CO-ORDINATE RESEARCH AND TO IMPROVE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE MANAGEMENT OF ILEOSTOMIES OR POUCHES.
The British Association For The Study Of The Liver
ResearchThe purpose of the Association is to a) promote research and the exchange of scientific information concerning the liver;b) foster clinical and scientific studies within the UK; c) promote education on liver diseases and their management; d) promote public awareness of liver diseases; e) advise national health authorities regarding all aspects of liver disease, clinical services and research.
Devotional Associates Of Yogeshwar
Religion, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfare1) Advance education in the field of philosophy, sociology, culture and religion with specific emphasis on the vedas. 2) Advance Hindu religion through the promotion of vedic philosophy and culture. 3) Relieve poverty, sickness and effects of natural or other disasters. 4) Donate the net income of the trust properties or any part therefore to any charitable institution with any or the same or simi
British Society Of Soil Science
ResearchThe Charity aims to achieve its objectives through: - Promoting and funding research activities within the UK and internationally - Promoting, developing and providing professional standards of practice - Providing, promoting and improving soil education - Promoting the appropriate use of soil science for societal benefit - Publishing research in soil science
Kids Cancer Charity
Beneficiary group, HealthThe relief of sickness among children suffering from cancer by the provision of emotional and practical support that complements and adds value to the services provided by the statutory authorities with the object of improving their conditions of life and those of their families or carers.
The Social Research Association
ArtsPromoting high quality standards of social research, we seek to represent, support, connect and inform our members and the wider social research community. We do this with a range of events, workshops for the general public and practicing social researchers, training, and freely-available publications. Our website provides a wide range of information.
Sailors' Children's Society
Beneficiary group, Social care, Social welfareSailors' Children's Society provides help to seafarers' children after a traumatic event such as bereavement/loss, diagnosis of terminal illness or breakdown of a marital relationship. Help includes clothing and children's welfare grants, respite breaks, emotional support and links to other specialist organisations for additional help. We aim to let children be children during difficult times.
Dhammakaya International Society Of The United Kingdom
Health, ReligionThe principal activity of the charity during the year was that of a Buddhist Temple, religious teaching, meditation Centre, administration support for new Temple building and awarding grants for Buddhist research.
The Chimo Trust CIO
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, LeisureThe Chimo Trust is a grant giving charity that provides funding to UK registered charities offering community based activities through the arts, nature or sport as a means to help young people with mental health challenges
Tourette Syndrome (uk) Association Trading As Tourettes Action
We help those affected by Tourette Syndrome (TS) and want people with TS to receive the practical support and social acceptance they need to help them live their lives to the full. Our 4 main goals: Raise Awareness, Provide Training & Support, Push for Health Service Improvements, Provide Ground Level Support through our helpdesk, support groups, webinars, workshops, and weekend residential events
Gateway Church, Poole
ReligionGateway Church Poole is a Bible-based, lively church serving Poole and the surrounding area with the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ. It also supports and assists mission in other parts of the UK and overseas. Being part of the Advance network of churches is its focus for achieving this.