Charities In Throughout Wales

Valleys Kids is established as a community development organization working in some of the most deprived communities in the South Wales Valleys. Through working with communities and providing activities including play, youth, arts, training, etc help people to achieve their potential.

We source edible surplus food from food manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers, which would otherwise be disposed of as waste. We redistribute this food, and donated food, through community food members to disadvantaged groups. We provide a wide range of meaningful volunteering and/or work experience opportunities for individuals from all walks of life. We provide training for our volunteers.

OUR MAIN OBJECT IS TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY SAFETY PRIMARILY FOR THE GENERAL BENEFIT OF THE PEOPLE OF WALES, IN PARTICULAR THE COUNTY OF CARDIFF AND SURROUNDING AREAS. WE CURRENTLY PROJECT MANAGE A NUMBER OF COMMUNITY SAFETY PROJECTS. WE SUPPORT VICTIMS OF RACE OR HATE CRIME, ATTACK AND HARASSMENT, RAPE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, THOSE AT RISK OF SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE.

Provides independent advocacy services through all age ranges including those with mental health issues, mental capacity issues, learning disabilities, carers in North Wales and Surrounding areas. The service operates primarily within the geographical areas of Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and Anglesey although not exclusively.

LITERATURE WALES SUPPORTS WELSH WRITERS THROUGHOUT THEIR JOURNEY. WE DO THIS BY OFFERING CREATIVE WRITING COURSES, BURSARIES, MENTORING, AND TRAINING. WE GET WRITERS INTO SCHOOLS, ONTO FESTIVAL STAGES, AND INTO WELSH COMMUNITIES. WE ALSO PARTNER WITH OTHER ORGANISATIONS OR FUND OTHERS TO BRING IDEAS TO LIFE, AND STRIVE TO MAKE SURE WALES' LITERARY SCENE REFLECTS THE RICH DIVERSITY OF THE NATION.

The principal activities of the company in the year under review were those of the management and development of Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw Gallery.Our mission statement can be interpreted as thus:To make Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw one of the leading regional art galleries in Wales and an integral asset to local communities in the Dwyfor area.

Enhancing people's lives through outdoor activities. Our vision means ENHANCING people's physical and mental health and wellbeing, economic return, including employment, the social value through OUTDOOR ACTIVITY such as grassroots participation in activities such as walking, cycling, adventure sport including climbing, canoeing, paddle boarding, sailing, windsurfing, mountain biking, etc.

Size of Wales aims to engage the people in Wales in helping to protect an area of tropical forests totaling two million hectares, through direct fundraising with employers, individuals, companies and match funding the fundraising efforts of our partners. Size of Wales also raises awareness, in Wales and the wider UK, of the importance of tropical forests for the global climate.

Atal y Fro is committed to the elimination of domestic violence, helping families to break the cycle of domestic abuse - to live together safely or separate amicably.

Latch is here for families affected by childhood cancer in Wales, providing bespoke emotional, practical and financial support. The charity is based at the Children's Hospital for Wales in Cardiff. We support children with cancer and those undergoing cancer-like treatment who are under the care of the Paediatric Oncology Principal Treament Centre in Wales at the Children's Hospital.

To enhance the education experience of students during their studies, offering external activities, advocacy and representation. To create a communication bridge between the students and the University and ensure that the voice of students is heard on every level and that every student has equal opportunities

(1) To ensure that individuals in the area of operation do not suffer through lack of knowledge of their rights and responsibilities or of services available to them, or through an inability to express their needs effectively. (2) To influence the development of social policies and services.

The Welsh Centre for International Affairs' vision is that everyone in Wales contributes to creating a fair and peaceful world. To achieve this, our mission is to inspire learning and action on global issues. Please also see the TAR.

To provide, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in the arts and sciences, in particular the art of dance by the presentation of public performances, workshops and other similar activities.

? Provide support, guidance, training and assistance for community and voluntary organisations within the area.? Provide assistance to community and voluntary groups to access funding in order to meet their organisations objectives.? Facilitate the capacity building and expansion of the Third sector and to assist in the training and development of volunteersWork in partnership

Swansea Carers Centre is a local charity supporting carers within the City & County of Swansea. We support all carers of those with an illness or disability, including learning disability, mental health problems, physical disability, dementia and other long term limiting illnesses. This also includes parents of children with a disability or chronic illness.

Promote a range of support servicesIdentify views and represent them to decision makers Provide a Volunteer CentreProvide a funding service and range of training courses Establishment of effective partnerships Promote the voluntary sector in planning service developmentSupport for carers and individualsProvide a range of services and activities for the Community programmes

We work to strengthen;- the voice,rights and status of children,young people and adults with a learning disability- the ability of parents, carers and families to make a positive contribution- promote a range of person centred services for children and adults - ensure LDW sets a good example in the way it is runThrough our services we provide direct support to children and adults.

To advance for the benefit of the public, the improvement and conservation of the physical andnatural environment in Wales by buying/leasing land and restoring the natural processes that createresilient ecosystems. We aim to reverse declines in biodiversity and bio abundance in Wales.To advance the education and the engagement of the public in the principles of ecosystemrestoration.

To provide a centre to offer support and guidance to veterans of HM Armed Forces and EmergencyServices. To provide social indoor and outdoor space for veterans to meet, socialise and undertake activities inorder to alleviate mental stress, build friendships and improve social networks.To provide office space, free of charge, to organisations and agencies who support veterans.

To enhance the development, care and education of pre-school children in Wales, by encouraging parents to understand and provide for their needs through high quality pre-school groups. To give adults confidence to make the best use of their knowledge and resources, for the benefit of themselves and pre-school children.

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. ScoutsCymru is a not for profit organisation which works to support the provision of the Scout Youth Programme within Wales and improve the quality of its delivery.

To advance the spiritual, educational and physical welfare of children in and from care by involving them in the decision making process and improving the effectiveness of services to them. To form forums of young people in and from care to provide them with advice and support in dealing with their problems, education and seaking employment. To increase their self esteem & confidence.

Race Equality First is an independent charity working in Wales to promote equality. We offer a range of services including free, confidential advice and support to victims of discrimination/harrassment. We also offer advice, training, and information relating to equalities. We provide information about equality and a lobby voice for issues regarding diversity.

To engage in the relief of poverty and distress of people with disabilities by aiding them. To advance into employment and in pursuing any other objects for the well being of people with disabilities.