Charities In Scotland
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Medact
Urging the abolition of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction. Seeking to understand the causes of violent conflict and working towards its prevention.Advocating changes to those economic policies which harm the health of individuals and communities.Promoting environmental policies which contribute to global health.
Bbyo
Beneficiary group, ReligionA) THE ADVANCEMENT OF JEWISH EDUCATION, LEADERSHIP TRAINING AND UNDERSTANDING OF JUDAISM AMONGST JEWISH TEENAGERS AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TENETS OF THE JEWISH FAITH IN SUCH MANNER AS THE DIRECTORS IN THEIR DISCRETION SHALL DETERMINE AND;B) THE ADVANCEMENT OF SUCH OTHER OBJECTS AS ARE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC AND ARE CHARITABLE ACCORDING TO ENGLISH LAW.
Newby Trust Limited
Research, Social welfareWorking nationally within the United Kingdom, in particular to promote medical welfare, education, training and research, and the relief of poverty.
Made In Hackney
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationCookery, nutrition and food growing classes to advance public health and inspire more environmentally sustainable food choices. Charity supports a variety of groups in need such as young carers, long term unemployed, low income families and individuals, pensioners, vulnerable young people, people with health challenges, people with learning difficulties and minority cultural/ethnic groups.
Speak Life
Arts, ReligionThe advancement of the Christian faith, through (but not exclusively through): proclaiming, publishing, and broadcasting messages of an evangelistic and teaching nature; training individuals and Churches in the principles of evangelism; advancing the understanding of the Christian faith, its meaning, and sense of purpose for moral and spiritual well-being as it relates to society as a whole.
The Society For Radiological Protection
ResearchTHE LEADING SCIENTIFIC SOCIETY FOR ALL IN THE UK WHO ARE PROFESSIONALLY CONCERNED WITH THE SAFETY ASPECTS OF IONISING AND NON-IONISING RADIATION IN INDUSTRY, MEDICINE, RESEARCH, POWER GENERATION, DEFENCE, EDUCATION, AND CENTRAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
Royal Merchant Navy Education Foundation
Armed forces, Economic and community development, EducationThe Foundation's object is to contribute to the maintenance and education of its beneficiaries, called Foundationers, to enable them to take up suitable careers: in short, education for employment.
Friends World Committee For Consultation
ReligionProvides services to the Religious Society of Friends [Quakers] worldwide. These services include: making information available to Friends and to the public about Quakers, their beliefs, values and service activities; convening meetings and conferences and exchanges of visitors among Friends; providing the voice of Friends at the United Nations through our General Consultative Status.
The Royal College Of Organists
Arts, EducationTo promote and advance the arts and practice of organ playing and choral directing and related activities to the highest standards of competence and artistry; To set and maintain proper standards in such arts for the benefit of the public;To educate musicians in such arts and practices;To promote study and research in such arts and practices
The Haemophilia Society
The Society represents, offers support, and provides information for all people affected by bleeding disorders.
Inclusive Books For Children
Arts, Beneficiary groupIBC provides a free website that helps people choose inclusive books for children. The website runs in parallel with the provision of funding to other not for profit organisations working to improve inclusivity in children's books and access to those books.
The Hawk And Owl Trust LTD
Works to conserve wild bird of prey and their habitats and to encourage people to enjoy and understand these special birds. It carries out its objectives through creative conservation, practical research and imaginative education.
The Word One To One
We provide resources and training which enables Christian believers to confidently share the original message of the Bible with their contacts and friends.
Energy Sparks
Economic and community development, EducationEnergy Sparks offers an online energy analysis tool and energy education programme specifically designed to help schools reduce their electricity and gas usage through the analysis of half hourly smart meter data. Energy Sparks provides advice and activities to support pupils and the wider school community to reduce their school's carbon footprint.
Dravet Syndrome UK
Beneficiary groupSupport for children and adults suffering from Dravet syndrome and their families
The Foundation Of Nursing Studies
HealthThe Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) is a charitable company established to advance education among the members of the nursing profession and to embed research into practice. FoNS believes all individuals should experience health and social care as person-centred, safe and effective. This includes those who are receiving care and those who are giving care.
Consortium Of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgender Voluntary And Community Organisations
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe Consortium is the only national second tier organisation which specifically represents and supports Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Voluntary and Community Organisations. We exist to see a vibrant, viable and valued LGBT Voluntary and Community Sector. We provide a voice for the sector, link it together, collect information and lead on developing a shared vision.
Wild Futures
EnvironmentWild Futures is a registered charity whose aims are to promote the welfare, conservation and future survival of all primates to increase public awareness about animal welfare issues and to promote environmental and wildlife conservation and sustainability at local and global levels. Wild Futures runs a Monkey Sanctuary for animals rescued from inappropriate conditions and the UK pet trade.
Thickskin Theatre
ArtsWe create bold and ambitious theatre; reaching and inspiring young, new and representative audiences across the world through our distinctive physicality and cinematic style. We nurture talent across all areas of theatre-making, providing a springboard for artists who are ready to take a leap.
Commonwealth Sport Foundation
LeisureIn adherence to the purpose, vision and mission of the Commonwealth Sport Movement the charity will act as a viable contributor to development initiatives across the Commonwealth. We will run sport for development initiatives guided by the values humanity, equality and destiny and aim to deliver in our three areas of impact - peace, sustainability and prosperity.
Jill And Norman Franklin Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Heritage, Social welfareGrants to organisations working with refugees and asylum seekers, people with mental health or learning disabilities, desistance from crime, domestic violence. Grants are given to organisations working in NE England and Central Scotland. A small number of grants are given for restoration of architecturally important churches. Refer to our website for current application policies.
Bibles For Europe
ArtsTo advance the Christian faith and to educate people in relation to that faith by contributing to: print, publish, supply, distribute and make available for free distribution: Bibles, books, magazines, periodicals, educational and study materials.Operations are based in the UK, for free distribution of publications throughout the UK and Europe.
Railway Benevolent Institution
The RBF is the working name used by the Railway Benevolent Institution and exists to help both active and retired railway people in need through the provision of financial grants.
The Jane Goodall Institute (uk)
Beneficiary group, EnvironmentJane Goodall Institute promotes education & research of wildlife & conservation byScientific research of wild chimpanzees Sanctuaries for wild chimpanzees orphaned or illegally capturedJGI TACARE conserving habitats by helping local people develop means to meet food, health & education needs JGI Roots & Shoots helping young people make a better world for people, animals & the environment
The Miscarriage Association
Beneficiary group, HealthProvides support and information to anyone affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or molar pregnancy.