Charities In Suffolk

We raise money throughout the year by various means which include a large live "On Air" auction of donated items. This is done in conjunction this year with GenX Radio Suffolk. We also have a Fancy Dress Hire, Party Shop. Throughout the year Suffolk-based reg charities can apply for a grant applications are available on our website www.operationsantaappeal.com. Grants are awarded at the year end

Use of hall facilities (including bar) by local sports clubs and other community groups and charities.

CURRENTLY 3 CONCERTS EACH YEAR OF CHORAL WORKS ARE PRESENTED. AT LEAST ONE OF THESE IS ACCOMPANIED BY FULL ORCHESTRA AND SOLOISTS AS NECESSARY.ALSO A CHRISTMAS CONCERT.MEMBERS MEET WEEKLY BETWEEN SEPTEMBER AND MID MAY TO PREPARE FOR THESE OCCASIONS EXCEPT DURING SCHOOL. HOLIDAYS..

Provides buildings/facilities for groups, clubs and individuals in Kessingland & the surrounding area

To promote the Christian faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world by reaching out to those in need through evangelism and outreach. To assist those in conditions of need, hardship and distress by providing practical help, financial help, bible teaching and fellowship.

Woolpit Institute hires out meeting rooms and kitchen facilities for community groups such as the Parish Council, special interest clubs, after-school activities, table tennis and classes. A luncheon club provides meals for the elderly. Fund raising events such as coffee mornings are held. The rooms may be hired for private functions. The local museum is housed within the institute building.

The charity runs a day centre for disabled people open two days each week throughout the year. Various activities are organised, including a programme of outings during the summer months. The charity owns a mini-bus and provides transport for members. The day centre building and minibus have also been used by other groups of disabled people such as the Stroke Club, St Raphaels etc.

To manage the design and build of a Community Facility/Hub for the residents of Worlingham and once in operation to manage the facilities operations and the fabric of the building

public chamber music and chamber orchestra concerts for the benefit of local communities and schools around East Anglia

the CIO will record and preserve the Railway, its infrastructure and civil engineering, and trackbed and reinstate as much of the Railway as possible to provide a family-friendly heritage railway and attraction for the public benefit and the local community. It will preserve the Railway through a variety of activities.

We help young people explore the Christian Faith and offer support to young people as we are able. We do this through youth clubs, mentoring, chaplaincy, wellbeing groups, assisting schools and out of school activities. We are supported in this by Youth for Christ National.

Sustaining the CSO, largely made up of local musicians. Presenting public concerts to enhance the cultural life of Colchester. Providing an opportunity for local adult musicians, in a wide age range, to participate in performances. Encouraging links with institutions of musical education. Seeking funding to support all the activities and specifically to subsidise the concert programme.

Young Farmers Club

Meetings, lectures, classes, social events.

Raise money to provide funds for Kyson School to improve the learning journey of the children, and their enjoyment of their time at the school

Nedging with Naughton Village Hall provides a location for community activities in these rural villages.

TO PROVIDE RELIEF TO THOSE PEOPLE WHO ARE IN NEED BY REASON OF THEIR AGE, ILL HEALTH, DISABILITY, SOCIAL ISOLATION OR FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, BY MEANS OF PRACTICAL SERVICES, INFORMATION AND ADVICE AND SIGNPOSTING TO OTHER AGENCIES.

The advancement of the Christian faith in Rwanda for support for the Church and Christian organisations in Evangilism and mission proclaiming and living out the Gospel.This will be through prayer links, financial and practical support with an emphasis on equipping Chrisitans in Rwanda for effective service within the Church and wider community.

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activities July-june 2023sep Local community assistance for elderly, books for schoolchildrenFinancial support to individual with learning difficulties " " " on overseas aid programmes for natural tragediesDonations to Shelterbox UK, Rotary Foundation Alzheimers , breast cancer Air Ambulance and local small charities and volunteer organisations

The advancement of education of children in southern DR Congo for the public benefit by assisting in the provision of school buildings, equipment and staff. To relieve financial need and hardship in the DR Congo, in particular but not exclusively by providing child access to education, which their families could not otherwise afford.

... to educate the public... in the art and science of music

Support & maintain the Royal Norfolk Regiment Museum so that future generations have access to the history and artefacts of the regiment.

Operation of a woodland garden for the benefit of the public.

Supports mental wellbeing for adults in the Ipswich area by providing therapeutic and educational activities that promote the maintenance and recovery of mental wellbeing.