Charity and VCS support Charities That specialise in Volunteering
Discover 699 Charity and VCS support charities that specialise in volunteering. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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U3a University Of The Third Age, Cheltenham Branch
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationWe are a volunteer-driven organisation for those who are no longer in full-time employment. We facilitate lifelong learning and stimulating daytime activities in the company of others. All activities are run and coordinated by volunteers.
Darlington Mencap Society
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThe charity provides social activities, help and support for people with learning disabilities in friendly and welcoming club premises in Darlington. It operates 3 evenings per week using volunteers to provide all facilities, in addition to one-off events during the year.
St Christopher's Hall Trust
Charity and VCS support, ReligionThe Trust is a non-denominational Christian charity which spreads the Evangelical Gospel through word and deed in Admaston and the vicinity. To this end, the charity encourages volunteers, provides facilities, employs workers and funds local activities. The Trustees have referred to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit in reviewing their objects and plans.
Village Club
Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesThe objective of the Charity is to maintain the Village Hall for the communal benefits of the inhabitants of the village and its surrounds. The Charity aims to provide first class hall facilities at an affordable cost to voluntary organisations serving the community. The Charity has two self-employed part time workers, and depends upon the continuing help of local volunteers and committee members
The Arts Society Henley
Charity and VCS support, EducationThe Arts Society Henley (TASH) operates under the umbrella of The Arts Society, promoting awareness of the arts by offering its members and visitors lectures, study days and visits to exhibitions and artistic centres . We reach out to local schools, universities and the community, providing financial grants, workshops, volunteer support and assistance with the preservation of local records.
Northumberland County Guide Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportTo develop, promote and advance Guiding in Northumberland, in libe with the Guide Association's Mission and Vision which is 'The Guide Association, as part of a worldwide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential and take an active and rsponsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders
Campus Children's Holidays (cambridge University)
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationCampus plans, organises and runs activity holidays for children aged 6 to 14 from the Merseyside area who are in need of such a holiday and referred to us by Liverpool Social Services or by Barnardo's. Campus is entirely run and managed by unpaid volunteers; our fundraising is carried out, and our projects run by volunteers.
The Heron Theatre
Arts, Charity and VCS supportThe object of the Heron Theatre is to present to the public dramatic and kindred arts by means of the production of dramatic, musical and dance performances, films, lectures, and slide shows; and the promotion of other cultural activities in its own theatre and elsewhere. The Heron Theatre is run entirely by unpaid volunteers.
The Volunteer Bureau Of Barking And Dagenham
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationRecruitment, training and placing volunteers. Volunteering information and exchange forum. Publish directory of volunteering opportunities. Young persons project offering opportunities in work experience. Registered body providing CRB service for borough. Organise Get Together Groups throughout Barking and Dagenham for isolated and older residents serviced and managed by volunteers.
Felixstowe Carnival Association
Arts, Charity and VCS supportLOCAL VOLUNTEERS THAT ORGANISE AND PUT TOGETHER FELIXSTOWE CARNIVAL WEEKEND, WITH HELP FROM DONATIONS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES. ANY PROFITS MADE AT THE END OF OUR FINANCIAL YEAR ARE THEN DISTRIBUTED TO OTHER LOCAL CHARITIES.
Sea Palling Independent Lifeboat LTD
Charity and VCS support, Saving of livesTo provide and maintain an Inshore Lifeboat to enable us to provide search and rescue operations when tasked by M.C.A.
Surf Life Saving Cornwall
Charity and VCS support, Saving of livesSurf Life Saving organises training and coaching for the volunteers in of the Surf Life Saving Clubs in Cornwall. Organises competitions and events based on life saving activities.Training and equipping of volunteers for Cornwall Flood Rescue Team.Training and assisting the Clubs in providing a voluntary Beach Lifeguard Patrol.
Lisburne Hall
Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesThe hall acts as a community centre for the Trawsgoed Community Council area. It is non-profit making run by a Management Committee all of whom are volunteers. The hall may be hired by local organisations or individuals for their own events. It was refurbished in 2006-7 with grant assistance from the Heritage lottery Fund, Welsh assembly and Ceredigion County Council.
The Bognor Regis Local History Society
Charity and VCS support, Education, HeritageWe promote Bognor Regis local history by offering monthly meetings with talks on various subjects. We also offer slide shows and talks to local schools and adult groups, plus attend seasonal events with our own stall. Finally, the society operates a local history museum in the town, run entirely by the volunteer membership.
28th Willesden Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareProviding a community hub within North West London for children and young adults across a wide range of ages with thriving Beaver, Cub, Scout and Pioneer groups. Volunteer lead we aim to give young people access to experiences including camping, hiking, countryside awareness in addition to fostering an environment of friendship, trust, self-confidence and personal skills development.
Wrvs Benevolent Trust
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supportTo make grants to persons who are or who have been a member, employee or volunteer of WVS, WRVS or Royal Voluntary Service, who being of limited means are in need of financial assistance
Melksham And District Link Scheme
Charity and VCS support, Social welfareProvides transport for medical appointments using cars of its volunteer drivers.
County Of Stockport Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGIRLGUIDING STOCKPORT IS PART OF A WORLDWIDE MOVEMENT, ENABLING GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN TO FULFIL THEIR POTENTIAL TO TAKE AN ACTIVE AND RESPONSIBLE ROLE IN SOCIETY THROUGH OUR DISTINCTIVE, STIMULATING AND ENJOYABLE PROGRAMMES OF ACTIVITIES DELIVERED BY OUR TRAINED VOLUNTEER LEADERS.
West Yorkshire North Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportEnables girls & young women to fulfill their potential to take an active & responsible role in society through its distinctive stimulating & enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.The aim is to help girls and young women develop emotionally, mentally, physically & spiritually so they can make a positive contribution to their community & the wider world.
Friends Of M.v. Freedom
Associations, Charity and VCS support, LeisureWe provide and maintain a motor catamaran with trained and qualified volunteer skippers and crew, and deliver a positive sea going experience with lasting benefits for people living with disability, including wheelchair users. Sailing from Weymouth harbour along the Dorset Jurassic coast, we offer 2 trips 5 or 6 days a week in the summer months (April to October).The charity has NO paid staff.
Teddington And Hampton Wick Voluntary Care Group
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareDoor to door transport for those in need using volunteer drivers. Shopping buses with escorts for those who wish to shop for themselves but need assistance with accessible transport and carrying bags. Shopping for the housebound. Social activities for the lonely with transport provided, using accessible transport buses if needed.
Brynamman Public Hall And Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureBrynamman Public Hall is a community oriented venue offering various local facilities, recreation, a volunteering program and employment in the village of Brynamman. The Public Hall is open 7 days a week, operating as a full time 2 screen cinema with a broad programme of films, theatre, snooker hall, and space for community groups such as the local Cylch / nursery. Est. 1926.
Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, ResearchWe are a community youth centre run by local volunteers for school years 7-11. We provide a safe environment for young people to meet, where they can enjoy a range of open and structured youth activities.We are the only independent youth centre in Chalfont St Peter whose youth work is delivered solely by volunteers. We totally embrace and are committed to the philosophy of "Every Child Matters".
2nd Exeter (st Michael's) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportProviding scouting activities to young people aged 6 to 14 years. We have groups of Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts and Scouts.The 2nd Exeter Scout Group is affiliated to a national organisation, the Scout Association, although the Group is locally led and locally run by volunteers. All fundraising has to be found locally. For more info please see www.scouts.org.uk.
Shiregreen And District Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureTo provide leisure and learning facilities to all people within the surrounding area. With particular consideration to children and the elderly. To produce amatuer stage production and provide Community services to all volunteer groups and organisations.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many volunteering charity and vcs support charities are there in the UK?
There are 699 registered volunteering charity and vcs support charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the volunteering charity and vcs support charities by income?
The British Red Cross Society is the largest by latest reported annual income (£287.1m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of volunteering charity and vcs support charities?
Volunteering charity and vcs support charities reported a combined annual income of £1.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for volunteering charity and vcs support charities?
Across all volunteering charity and vcs support charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 82.8%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of volunteering charity and vcs support charities?
Volunteering charity and vcs support charities have an average annual income of £316k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.