Charities In Somerset
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Henstridge Village Hall
FacilitiesVillage Hall. Used for general charitable purposes for the use of the local community and hire to various groups.
Devon General Omnibus Trust
HeritageAdvancement of public knowledge of the history and evolution of the Devon General Omnibus and Touring Company Limited and preservation of surviving former Devon General vehicles
Cerberus Spelaeological Society
ResearchTo advance the study of spelaeology and associated sciences, and to promote the conservation of caves and their environment for the benefit of the public.
Devon Mediation Service Limited
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationResolve disputes in neighbourhoods and other types of mediation (not involving children) through mediation by trained, qualified mediators (volunteers).
Dorcas House (otherwise Known As Portreeves Or Corporation Almshouses)
Beneficiary group, HousingThe Charity provides accommodation for women only (and their children).
Rotary Club Of Mendip Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS supportVarious fund raising events as shown on the annual accounts. We also held our full range of community projects, as in previous years.
North Curry Village Hall
FacilitiesTo provide access to the facilities available within the Village Hall to the local community whilst maintaining the hall and its surrounds to a high standard of repair.
Over Stowey Village Hall And Recreation Ground
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureProvides buildings for functions,facilities for cricket,tennis and children's play area and open space for the community.
Priddy Parent & Teacher's Association & Friends
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, FacilitiesFundraising activities include key annual events: running the popular 'Green Cow Cafe' at Priddy Folk Festival (the PTA's main fundraising event for the school); hosting Discos, Movie Nights, Christmas celebrations. In addition, updating a space a the schools that is inviting, outdoor equipment for each suite. Paying for annual education subscriptions.
St George's Newtown Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community developmentWe provide & maintain a hall for the use of the local community. It is available for hire across the age range from play group to seniors clubs. The hall is provided free of charge for community activities.
The Bruton Museum Society
Economic and community development, Heritage, ReligionTown's story using artefacts of, about or from Bruton. Geology & fossils,flooding,Roman temple,Saxons,early 9thC church to 16C, Augustinian Abbey. Links to Jamestown/Williamsburg,USA. Industries:silk,wool,transport,education,farming. Famous residents:16/17thC benefactor Hugh Sexey, author John Steinbeck, sculptor Ernst Blensdorf. Parish registers 450years digitised. Local art, private collections.
Glastonbury Male Voice Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureDrawing in, encouraging and developing local people of all backgrounds and experiences in singing for pleasure and fellowship, providing entertainment and appreciation of choral music locally, and supporting community events, as well as partnering local charities and good causes, and encouraging young musicians. We are inclusive and operate over wide area of mid Somerset, centred on Glastonbury.
Challenge Africa
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Health, Social welfareOur goal is to help people help themselves out of poverty. We build successful social enterprises to sustainably fund;care, food and education for orphans, community centres, installation of water, sanitation and electricity systems, support for teachers and healthcare workers, HIV prevention projects, AIDS counselling and physiotherapy and the provision of family grants and enterprise support.
The Ruishton Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureWe provide a building, facilities and human resources for children, young people , old people,those with disabilities and the general public. We promote recreation, education and entertainment especially for the parish of Ruishton.
Glastonbury & Street Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureGlastonbury & Street Sea Cadets are a Charity Youth Organisation aimed at giving young people between the ages of 10 to 18 years old, the best possible head start in life through a wide range of fun and challenging nautical adventures, such as power boating, tall ship sailing, windsurfing, rowing, dinghy sailing and canoeing.
Devon Business & Education Trust
Beneficiary groupTo provide the relief of unemploymentTo promote the education of people and the preservation of mental healthTo provide assistance to families in needTo promote social inclusionTo advance such other charitable purposes (according to the law of England and Wales) as the charity trustees see fit from time to time.
Wedmore Pta
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureFundraising via winter supper, ball, bike trial, swimming pool donations, cake sales, bingo, street fair, commission sales, tombolas, gift aid and other ad hoc events.
Wincanton Choral Society
ArtsChoral Society music making and education by rehearsal and performance.
Kingsmead School Parent Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationOrganise and manage fund raising events for the benefit of the students of Kingsmead Community School. Funds raised provide additional resource where required for the school and it's pupils.
Rotary Club Of Wrington Vale Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThrough the Rotary Club funds are raised by fund raising and social events. Those funds, in certain circumstances can be "multplied" via the Rotary Matching Grants at District, National and International level to fund larger project, particularly to assist in poorer countries. In addition assistance can be offered in practical waysby Rotarians employing their business skills to help others.
Feline Fine Foundation
AnimalsProviding education and support to cat owners to promote responsible ownership. Assisting cat owners in times of crisis to alleviate pressures by providing temporary care for their pets.
Langport And Huish Episcopi Memorial Field And Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureProvide building/facilities/open space for sport/recreation for all ages and genders
Yeast Scrapstore Limited
Beneficiary groupYEAST scrapstore is a project that will offer children and young people the opportunity to develop their creativity, through the use of recycled materials. Also we will offer adults training in how to use the resources that we supply.
Moors & Coastal District Scout Council
Beneficiary groupEducation/Training for Children/Young People, People with Disabilities and People of a particular ethnic or racial origin; provides human resources
Friends Of Brookside - Street
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationFriends of Brookside - Street raises money in order to fund classroom and playground resources. It also organises events to celebrate the children's progress and encourage families to become part of the school community. We are currently raising funds for new playground equipment.