Charities In Sunderland

It gives grants to new groups in the Washington & Springwell areas of Sunderland to help them start their operations.It also provides grants to existing groups for new projects.

The Sunday for Sammy Trust raises funds via concerts and DVD sales which it distributes as grants to performers at the outset of their career who need financial assistance for training, fees, equipment etc.

Sunderland AS is run by volunteers who promote the science of astronomy to the people of North East England. We host group visits to our observatory at Washington Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust as well as holding regular open evenings for the general public.

Provison of audio material for Blind and Partially Sighted people.

To advance the education of pupils in the school by:1. developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school2. engage in activities or providing facilities and equipment which support the school & advance the education of the pupils

Carpet bowls for all ages competing against other community centres. Ladies groups playing beetle and bingo and other games. Dancing classes for all ages, tap and modern, line dancing, art and craft groups, young peoples activities, social groups to encourage social inclusion and cohesion and others.

Gifts are made to residents of Usworth Parish and those living out of the Parish but on the electoral roll.

Education and promotion of South-Asian art and culture

To advance the study of ornithology and public education in ornithology and related matters, in particular, working within the geographic area covered by Durham Bird Club, that is primarily the area of the historic county of Durham, bounded by the Rivers Tees and Tyne, together with the former Startforth Rural District of the North Riding of Yorkshire.

Northumbria Advanced Motorcyclists (NAM) is a affiliated to The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). Our main aim is to promote safe riding. Our volunteers train riders in the Northumbria area to reach an advanced standard which is recognised by the IAM. NAM also promotes social activities and charity fundraising for local charities.NAM works closely with the Police and Fire and Rescue Services.

As part of the wider RAF Air Cadets - we act as a resource for young people up to the age of 20 living in the City of Sunderland. We aim:To promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the RAF.To provide training which will be useful both in the Services and civil life.To foster the spirit of adventure.To develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship.

ENVIRONMENT/CONSERVATION/HERITAGE WITHIN THE CHURCH OF ST MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS HOUGHTON LE SPRING

The King's School Tynemouth Limited was a co-educational Independent Day School for children from the age of 4-18years. The independent school is now closed.

The objects of the charity are to foster the esprit de corps amongst all members of the Old Comrades of the Northumberland Hussars Regiment and the Queen's Own Yeomanry (the Regiments); to promote the annual re-union of all members of the Regiments; and to provide assistance to members of the Regiments and their widows and dependants who are in need or distress.

To advance the education of the public in the science of astronomy and allied sciences by the provision of a Planetarium and Observatory in Stockton on Tees

We raise funds by various methods such as sponsored events or running competitions and holding gatherings. The money raised goes towards subsidising our childrens entries to all the national and regional competitions they enter. We also pay for the fifty seater coach to transport to destinations of tournaments.Occassionally equipment is also purchased.

Newbottle C.A. is a "stand alone" centre since 1998, no funding from local authority, acts as a meeting place for people of all ages with an equal opportunities policy in place, offering a wide variety of activities in a clean, warm and welcoming environment.

Recreational,educational and social.

Local fund raising for research in to skin diseases based in the Dermatology Department, University of Newcastle-upon-Tye

Education/TrainingReligious activities

Lawn Bowls

The WI provides a variety of education an learning opportunities for women. It's activities benefit the public by advancing the education and citizenship of women and enabling them to work together in their communities to put into practice the ideals for which the Women's Institute stands.

To assist women and girls in financial need and to encourage the development of counselling and community work skills within the area of the Wearmouth Deanery of the Church of England Diocese of Durham.

EducationalRecreationMusical concertsEmployabilityDigital interactionsFood

the charity operates for the benefit of the pupils of Redby Primary Academy, running social events and fundraising activities the financial profits of which are used to enhance the pupils' education extra curriculum acitivies.