Charities In Scotland
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Community Security Trust
Religion, Saving of lives, SocietyCST seeks to protect Britain's diverse and vibrant Jewish community from the external threats of bigotry, antisemitism and terrorism. CST provides physical security, training and advice for the protection of British Jews, assists victims of antisemitism, monitors antisemitic activities and incidents and represents British Jewry to Police, Government and media on antisemitism and security.
Society Of Jesus Trust Of 1929 For Roman Catholic Purposes
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Religion, Social welfarePARISH MINISTRY: in parishes & in university chaplaincies SPIRITUALITY: centres, programmes & publications for spiritual education EDUCATION: schools, colleges of higher educationFORMATION: for Jesuits & Catholic clergySOCIAL JUSTICE & RELIEF OF POVERTY: Jesuit Refugee Service & service to the poorCARE OF INFIRM & ELDERLY JESUITS JESUIT WORK OVERSEAS
The Gurkha Welfare Trust
Beneficiary groupThe Gurkha Welfare Trust is the leading Gurkha charity. We provide financial, medical and development aid to Gurkha veterans, their families and communities.
The Kingdom Hall Trust
ReligionTo advance the Christian religion as practised by Jehovah's Witnesses by providing, maintaining, and at times acting as custodian trustee for places of worship in the United Kingdom.
Samaritans
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Crime and Justice, Education, HealthSamaritans is the coordinating body for the 201 Samaritans branches located across the UK and Ireland. Samaritans provides a safe place for people to talk, round the clock, every single day of the year. People can get in touch by phone, email, letter or by visiting a branch. Volunteers also do outreach work, for example, at festivals, prisons, hospitals and schools.
Academy Of Medical Sciences
ResearchPlease see the Report of the Trustees
Royal British Legion Industries Ltd.
Armed forces, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTo provide quality care and support to members of the ex-Service community and to help disadvantaged men and women find meaningful and sustained employment
Fuel Bank Foundation
The Fuel Bank Foundation was set up to help as many people as possible benefit from fuel crisis support so fewer people are left without access to energy for the basics. The initial focus will be to widen the reach of Fuel Banks, so more people can access the support.
One YMCA
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Housing, LeisureTHE PROVISION OF SOCIAL HOUSING FOR SINGLE PEOPLE, THE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND RESIDENTS.IN ADDITION WE OPERATE A WIDE RANGE OF CHILDRENS' CENTRES AND A FULL DAY NURSERY.OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THE COMMUNITY INCLUDE HEALTH, SPORTS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMES AND FACILITIES AND MEETING SPACES FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS.
The Adolescent And Children's Trust
Beneficiary group, Social careTACT IS A DIVERSIFIED CHILDREN'S CHARITY PREDOMINANTLY PROVIDING FOSTERING, ADOPTION AND PERMANENCY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN PUBLIC CARE OR ON THE CUSP OF CARE. THE CHARITY ALSO CAMPAIGNS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN.
One Nation
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Saving of livesONE NATION IS AN INTERNATIONAL NON-PROFIT HUMANITARIAN AID RELIEF ORGANISATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HUMANITARIAN SERVICES IN CRISIS AND NON-CRISIS SITUATIONS TO MOST NEEDY ORPHANS, WIDOWS AND DESTITUTE, IRRESPECTIVE OF RACE, RELIGION, CULTURE, CREED AND GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARY.
Phoenix House
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareThe principal activity of the Company, a registered charity and social landlord, is providing services for those suffering addictions relating to drugs and alcohol in residential, community and prison services and working with service users and their families/carers in socially deprived communities to create a range of positive outcomes. To include health, crime, education, employment and housing.
The Wolfson Foundation
The objectives of the Wolfson Foundation are grant-giving. On 4 April 2014, the operational activities and net assets of the Wolfson Foundation (a charitable trust, registered number 206495) passed to the Wolfson Foundation, charity number 1156077 (a charitable company). The accounts for the years ending 5 April 2014 and earlier can be viewed on the charity's website at www.wolfson.org.uk.
Thomas Coram Foundation For Children (formerly Foundling Hospital)
Beneficiary group, Health, HousingThrough services in adoption, supported housing, parents centre, family support and education, Coram works with vulnerable children, young people and their families, transforming their lives through practical help and support. We aim to build self-esteem and well-being, preparing children and young people for a fulfilling adult life.
The British Computer Society
Professional Body and Learned Society to promote the study and practice of Computing and to advance knowledge and education therein worldwide for the benefit of the public.
The Frontline Organisation
Beneficiary groupFrontline recruits and develops outstanding individuals to be social workers and leaders to transform the lives of the most vulnerable children and families.
The National Centre For Young People With Epilepsy Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Education, HealthEstablished in 1897 the National Centre for Young People with Epilepsy is a national charity that is the UK's major provider of services to children and young people with epilepsy and associated learning, emotional and behavioural difficulties. The Trading Name, Young Epilepsy, launched in Nov 2011, reflects our ambition to reach as many of the 112,700 young people with epilepsy, as possible.
Wessex Archaeology Limited
Heritage, ResearchThe advancement of education; and the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage and science.
Place2be
Beneficiary group, EducationProviding therapeutic and emotional support to children in schools
Matw Project
ReligionHumanitarian programmes, aid distribution and the furtherance of the Islamic faith
The National Film And Television School
Arts, EducationTraining and education for film, television, games and the creative industries
United Reformed Church Trust
Beneficiary group, Religion, SocietyThe provision of public worship in viable congregations through England, Wales and Scotland carried out through faithful ordained and lay ministry in our churches. Our main charitable activities are: ministry, education & learning, youth & children's work and mission. This latter includes: supporting local community service, and fostering ecumenical and interfaith relationships at all levels.
The Duke Of Edinburgh's Award
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Education, HealthWhen young people build lifelong belief in themselves, there are no limits to what they can achieve. That's why, at The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE), we support young people of all backgrounds to take on their own challenges and discover talents the never knew they had. DofE is open to ages 14-24, and runs in schools, youth clubs, hospitals, prisons and more, all over the UK. Visit DofE.org.
British Gas Energy Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Social welfareThe Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities.
Amnesty International UK Section Charitable Trust
SocietyAmnesty InternationalPromotion of Human Rights (including Human Rights education, research and related activities)