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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Irthlingborough Old People's Welfare Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social care, Social welfareThe charity provides transport, day care activities and meals for our Monday Club for 30 people. On Tuesdays and Fridays Lunch Clubs are organised and run by volunteers. Approximately 100 meals per week are cooked on the premises. Other social activities such as trips and celebrations take place throughout the year.
The Axe Vale And District Conservation Society
Charity and VCS support, EnvironmentMaintain and improve the environment of the axe, yarty and lim catchments, specifically the landscape, wildlife and buildings, in a sustainable manner. To provide volunteers to undertake practical tasks. To monitor planning and development proposals in the area and to respond appropriately.
St Omers Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareTHE TRUST PROVIDES HOLIDAYS AND ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE DISADVANTAGED OR HAVE A DISABILITY. ACTIVITIES RANGE FROM WEEK LONG GROUP RESIDENTIAL HOLIDAYS AT UK DESITNATIONS, TO DAY TRIPS / EVENTS ETC.THE TRUSTS HELPERS AND TRUSTEES ARE ALL UNPAID VOLUNTEERS
The Norwich Talking Newspaper
Arts, Charity and VCS support, HealthChatterbox, the Norwich Talking Newspaper provides weekly recordings of the Eastern Evening News. As well as the weekly news we provide relevant information and details of upcoming events plus a special Christmas edition and quarterly magazine recording. We also supply equipment to play the recordings on. This is all created by a dedicated team volunteers and has been in operation since 1979.
Wimborne And Ferndown Lions Club Charity Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS supportVolunteer group offering support to our local community in particular need.
The London Rifles Volunteer Trusts
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supportGrants to organisations linked to the charity, these organisations consist of military and ex military personnel with close links to "The Rifles". These grants are intended to improve the social wellbeing of organisation members.
Beeline Community Car Service
Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfareBeeline Community Transport, which was set up in 1983, is based at The Partnership Centre, Atherstone and covers the whole of North Warwickshire. It has a team of volunteer drivers who use their own cars to provide a door-to-door transport service mainly to hospitals, clinics and other essential health services such as doctors' surgeries, chiropodists, dentists and opticians.
Jennie's Children's Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe Charity aims to provide families, with a child who has been traumatised, is disabled or has had a high level of medical intervention, with a happy relaxing restorative holiday by the sea, in Pembrokeshire. We rent 3 cottages, in a group, where volunteers (living in 1 cottage) are on hand to provide support, help, listen and give much needed fun to the families.
Oldham Bereavement Support Service
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfareConfidential one to one counselling services for the bereaved. This service includes specially trained counsellors for children and young persons, who are coming to terms with bereavement. Our service relies on volunteers, who are trained and operate within BACP guidelines.
Thatcham Volunteer Bureau
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareTo undertake voluntary work in education, health, social services and similar charitable activities amongst those persons in need. Our main activity is to provide and operate a community transport scheme for the elderly and disabled in our local area.
The Rotary Club Of Ilfracombe Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS supportThe principal activity of the charity is to provide support and assistance by way of time, talents and financial aid/donations. Activities are undertaken locally, nationally and through international projects. A key maxim of the Rotary movement is "Service above Self" and members give service as volunteers.
Handbridge Community Association
Associations, Charity and VCS supportVolunteers working to improve our community for the benefit of the community.
Geddington Volunteer Fire Brigade
Charity and VCS supportTo provide assistance to and, raise funds for the benefit of residents of the parish of Geddington, Newton & Little Oakley.
The Arts Society Samlesbury
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, HeritageTo further general & specific education and interest in the arts by lectures and special interest days and by visits. Arts Volunteering: the society provides finance to encourage participation in art projects. Heritage Volunteers: provide help at local museums to maintain the artefacts. Trails of Discovery: create trails for children to use in local churches,
Henfield Branch Of The Baden Powell Guild Of Great Britain
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportSupport for local Scouts, Guides, young persons, senior citizens and Henfield community in general through fundrasing, donations and volunteer efforts.
Caythorpe Playing Field
Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureCaythorpe & Frieston Playing Field Committee is a management committee for the local playing field . We manage the field, play area and pavilion for Caythorpe & Frieston. We have both junior and senior football and cricket teams and run a series of fundraising events during the year. It is managed and run by volunteers.
1st Goring Heath Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationThe Scout Group provides volunteers (both adults and young leaders) and facilities for local young people to enjoy the education, experiences and adventures of Scouting and Guiding both indoors and on the grounds around the Group Headquarters. Visiting Scout Groups, Guide Groups, Schools, Youth Groups and local families can book and use the facilities during the year.
Festival Church Trust Limited
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionRunning the Love Wales Mission Centre including the provision of Christian training, conferences and community events. Broadcasting, recording and live streaming of events and programmes. Meeting the needs of people through practical social action, support and care. Supporting volunteers and voluntary activities aimed at increasing skills and employment.
Palling And Waxham Village Hall
Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesMAINTAINING THE VILLAGE HALL AS A SUITABLE VENUE FOR ANY LOCAL ACTIVITY, CLUBS AND EVENTS. RUN BY A COMMITTEE OF TRUSTIES AND VOLUNTEERS WHO FUND RAISE TO SUPPORT THE HALL AND ITS GROUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE WHOLE COMMUNITY.
Blidworth Recreation Centre
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsWorking with groups and other Charities, the Trustees of Blidworth Recreation Centre provide recreational and social facilities to benefit the inhabitants of the parish of Blidworth and locality without prejudice. The Trustee Body is made up of volunteers by election including members of the affiliated sections (ie football, cricket, Brass Band and bowls sections).
The St Johns Residents Association Corner Club
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureOnce weekly company, support, entertainment and lunch for elderly and housebound in the local area. Supported by volunteers and some paid staff.
The Amlwch War Memorial Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, HeritageCommunity hall run by a SMALL group of volunteers. The hall is used by a variety of groups including =Drama & Dancing. Local council activities.Art & Crafts.Over 60s group. Pre School group.The hall is also hired out to various organisation which promote learning and development.
1st Withington Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureWe are a Scout Group, giving, education, training, sporting and recreation opportunities to children and young people. The Group is run by volunteers.
Girlguiding Rochdale East And West Divisions
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportSpringfield Activity Centre residential accommodation for members of Girlguiding. The building also hosts unit meetings, trainings and adult support for Girlguiding's volunteer leaders.
Rotary Club Of Maidenhead Thames Trust Fund
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, HealthSupport of local good causes and charities through volunteering and fund raising, especially for children, special needs children and the elderly. These local charities include Thames Hospice, Alexander Devine, Maidenhead Foodshare and Thames Valley Adventure Playground.Schools competitions.International charities supported by Rotary International and through contact from other Rotary Clubs.
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.