Charities In Swindon

The parish is a constituent member of the Swindon Deanery of the Diocese of Bristol of the Church of England of the Anglican Communion. The parish shares in the world-wide work of the Anglican Communion, and, beyond that, cooperates where possible with the work of other Christian Churches and fellowships.

Swindon's Food Collective works towards the prevention or relief of poverty and to preserve and protect good health by providing food and non-alcoholic beverages to those in financial need or poor health in the Swindon and District area of Wiltshire.

Public services of worship, prayer & Bible study meetings, Sunday school, children's & teenagers' clubs, parent & toddler group, men's & women's groups, outreach to the homeless, outreach to the elderly & support for missions.

The Learning Curve provides training, education and support to vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals to help them improve their lives. In addition, we support other third sector organisations who also contribute to these aims.

We work with adults experiencing mental health problems, providing a supportive training and workplace environment. The majority of the work undertaken is of a commercial nature

The primary aim of the Station & Welfare Fund is to improve the amenities of the Station by providing grants (as approved by the Fund Committee/IMC) to Station departments and clubs. On the proviso that personnel pay Station & Welfare subscriptions, the Fund will consider bids from individuals/groups who undertake worthwhile activities of a welfare, sporting, recreational, or academic nature.

Early years provision for ages 2-4 years.

SPREADING THE GOSPEL, TRAINING AND TAKING CARE OF THE DISADVANTAGED

The Church provides activities for different age groups within the community, meeting specific needs, establishing contacts and building relationships. There are groups for children and young people, parents and toddlers, day-time groups for older people and a seniors lunch club held monthly. Outreach programmes in local schools operate both independently and collaboratively with other agencies.

To provide a counselling service for adults To provide counselling training courses To distribute information to individuals and agencies. To support churches on pastoral care issues. To undertake occasional research. To work collaboratively with other agencies

The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust secures the homes of the over 60s, or with a registered disability or those who are victims of domestic abuse living in Wiltshire and Swindon who have become, or are at risk of becoming, victims of house crime, cyber-crime, and domestic violence. Full home security assessments are carried before fitting appropriate security devices; security on online safety is given

ASSEMBLIES OF THE FIRST BORN IS A REGISTERED UK CHARITY WITH FOURTEEN CHURCHES THROUGHOUT THE UK AND SIX FELLOWSHIP CHURCHES IN THE USA. WE SEEK TO DELIVER THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST IN A MANNER WHICH SUPPORTS THE NEEDS OF CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE, ADULTS, THE ELDERLY, OTHER VULNERABLE GROUPS AND THE WIDER COMMUNITY AT LARGE.

An inclusive charity dedicated to helping people lead happy, healthy, independent lives. Primarily known for supporting those with neurological conditions, some therapies help other conditions too. The Centre provides practical therapies, including hyperbaric oxygen, physio-led gym, exercise, yoga, pilates and tai chi classes, counselling and social activities.

Wiltshire Sight exists to reduce the impact of sight loss, providing local services to enable Blind and Partially-Sighted people in Wiltshire and Swindon to lead fulfilling, independent lives.

Religious activities to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the Statement of Faith throughout England & Wales. This is for the benefit of the public, mainly but not exclusively through the holding of services, raising awareness of religious beliefs and practices, religious education, outreach and pastoral care.

The primary aim of the Trust is to assist and support young carers who are providing a 'significant level of care' for a disabled or seriously ill family member.

To support independence and wellbeing, Dressability provides a specialist garment adaptation/alteration service - based on the sensitive and informed identification of discrete solutions to the complex clothing challenges encountered by people with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or mobility impairments.

THE OBJECT OF THE CHARITY IS THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SCHEME OF UNION OF THE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH.

(I) TO PROMOTE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF SWINDON AND THE SURROUNDING AREA THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABLEMENT, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC CIRCUMSTANCES (II) THE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF THE ENVIROMENT FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT

The advancement of the Christian religion for the public benefit including by the carrying on of the service ofGod in accordance with the Old and New Testaments of the Holy Bible as followed by those Christians formingpart of the world-wide fellowship known as the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (the Brethren)

Furthering the objects of the charity

To advance the Orthodox Christian Faith in Oxfordshire and the surrounding area for the benefit of the public in accordance with the doctrines and the canons of the Orthodox Church, providing a place of worship and understanding of Orthodox Christian beliefs and practices, carrying out religious acts, missionary and outreach work and other charitable purposes. Religious and charitable activities

Christian church

Root & Branch was an unincorporated charity (1088493) until Aug 2011. Located on an organic farm it provides opportunities for people with mental health disorders to engage in gardening, woodworking, crafts and other skills, to help them to recover confidence, meet new people, prepare for future employment and be able to engage more fully with the wider society.