Charities In Windsor And Maidenhead

Kennet Opera is an amateur organisation operating in West Berkshire, which provides a vehicle for members of the local community, of all ages, to experience all aspects involved in the staging and performing of classical opera, whilst helping to develop & support aspiring professionals. We perform one staged opera per year in English with the aim of making opera accessible to a wider audience.

The relief of people with a learning disability in particular by the provision of help and support for them and their families, dependants and carers, and to prevent learning disabilities for the public benefit.

OSA carries out various school functions (school fairs, raffles, discos, quiz nights etc) to raise money to buy school equipment and fund other activities to enhance the education and enjoyment of the school children.

The preservation for the benefit of the public of all the natural aspects and features of the ancient Ridgeway trackways in Southern England, including The Ridgeway National Trail, and its extensions and associated features, and the provision of relevant recreational and educational facilities and events relating thereto.

To advance the education of pupils in the school in particular by: developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school; engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipement which support the School and advance the education of the pupils

The charity's purpose is 1.To provide immediate assistance to Berkshire Mark Masons or their widows in time of need in compliance with our by laws; 2. Support to small local charities; 3. Support to one Berkshire-wide Charity each year;4. Support to National Charitable Giving through the Mark Benevolent Fund.Support to Option 1 will always receive first call on funds.

Ascot Shed is a community workshop space offering locals the opportunity to engage in practical activities, learn and practise skills, share their expertise & experience, and socialise with like-minded people.Donated machinery, tools and materials are used to improve the facilities and expand our capabilities. Funding covers legal costs and buys new equipment, spare parts and consumables.

This is brass band capable of putting out ensembles between 10 and 30 players.Playing a wide range of live music for the general public at engagements typically (but not limited to):- bandstands, private functions and concerts.Supporting young musicians by providing concerts for them to perform in.Learning to play exciting music in a group.

The objects of the society shall be the promotion of interest in all aspects of archaeology, history and related subjects, and research into the archaeological and historical heritage of Maidenhead and the surrounding area.

For the benefit of the public, to protect, preserve, develop and improve features of general public amenity and historic, architectural or artistic interest, or natural interest or beauty within the geographical area known as "the Cookhams" in Berkshire.

TO PROMOTE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THE CONSERVATION PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT BY MANUFACTURING, INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING NEST BOXES FOR OWLS, OTHER BIRDS AND MAMMALS. TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

THE ACTIVITIES ARE:1. FUND-RAISING FOR THE BENEFIT OF ST MARY'S CHURCH, WINKFIELD, AND, IN PARTICULAR, ASSISTANCE IN SUPPORTING, ITS FABRIC, FITTINGS, ORGAN AND MUSICAL ACTIVITY, NORMALLY IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PCC. PRIMARY FUND-RAISING IS THROUGH SUBSCRIPTIONS BY FRIENDS.2. WHERE APPROPRIATE, MANAGE PROJECTS WITHIN THE SCOPE OF (1).3. MAINTAIN ACTIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE FRIENDS.

The objects of the Museum are to educate the public in the history of the Berkshire Yeomanry by public exhibition and management of the Museum's Collection by upholding the Regiment's traditions by maintaining Regimental memorials and by issuing publications such as journals and newsletters relating to the Regiment

Basingstoke Silver Band is a community brass band providing opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to make music together. We perform at concerts, community events, fetes and charities events. We promote brass band music, develop musical skills and provide accessible opportunities to participate in and enjoy live music.

The charity was established by a trust deed on January 1964 with the objective of raising funds for rendering relief and assistance to poor and distressed Freemasons and their dependents, and for any charitable (including educational) object which would in law be a good charitable gift.

The conservation, protection and improvement of the natural environment by supporting wildlife and promoting biological diversity in the parish of Cookham and its immediate vicinity.To advance the education of the public in the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment through regular, talks, walks, workshops and other events.

The Charity owns a number of paintings, books, postcards and antique items of historical interest which all have a direct link with the Borough of Runnymede. Items are regularly displayed in the Chertsey Museum with the Literary items being stored at Royal Holloway College. The Charity looks to maintain and add to the Collections on a regular basis.

WAMCF is an organisation which seeks to build bridges between people of widely differing religious, cultural and racial backgrounds. It arranges meetings and activities designed to achieve understanding, friendship and respect between people of both sexes and all ages. There is a women's group. and much emphasis is given to young people through sporting and educational activity

To promote public education in and appreciation of the art of wind band music in all its aspects by the presentation of public wind band concerts and by such other ways as the society through it's committee shall from time to time determine

We have provided fundraising support to a number of individuals to collect funds for a variety of fundraising activities. We continue to look for high impact/low grant projects within our remit.

We offer children and young people an opportunity to take part in a youth marching band. We teach all the basics that are needed to take part. Our main aim is to build the confidence of children and young people.

We are a parent run charity whose aim is to support families of hearing impaired children. We run activity days, parties, trips and support parents in learning sign language.

Wisdom Foundation encourage connections in the Globe through experience and learning, create Harmony by understanding differences - ages, cultures, environments...etc. We supports cultural and language learning via Bournemouth Chinese School to Bournemouth local. Our Penbuddies project links and trains children around the world from privileged background to supported background (orphanages).

To promote the art of playing the organ. To encourage the public to appreciate organ music. To provide help and advice to church musicians. To enable organists to meet each other. To help young people with playing the organ - give access & teaching & experience. To broaden the experience of players & students.

Berkshire Record Society is an educational charity which promotes research into and the publication of historic records relating to the Royal County of Berkshire (including that part of the historic county transferred to Oxfordshire in 1974)