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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Farndon Daycare Centre For The Elderly
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareWe provide companionship, nourishment, entertainment and care for ten elderly people who have been referred to us by Cheshire West & Chester Social Services. They meet every Thursday at Farndon Memorial Hall. Transport each way is provided by registered volunteers.
Builth Wells And District Heritage Society
Charity and VCS support, HeritageMeets monthly. The Society gives talks on a historical/cultural/educational subjects of interest to the members. There are occasional outings to an area of historical interest.The society opened a Heritage Centre in Builth Wells in 2021. It is run by volunteers.
Oxford Ornithological Society
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supporteducation/trainingsport/recreationanimalsenvironment/conservation/heritageother groupsthe general public/mankindprovides human resources (eg staff/volunteers)provides advocacy/advice/informationsponsors or undertakes research
Woodley Volunteer Centre
Charity and VCS support, Health, ReligionMain purpose to provide a volunteer "taxi service" to needy people to hospital, surgeries only at present. Office in local church staffed(10-12 am) ,at present only Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, by volunteers who put those in need in touch with drivers. We no longer run an alarm aids scheme.
The Reg Gilbert International Youth Friendship Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareThe charity awards bursaries to young people volunteering in developing countries who meet the objectives of the Trust
The Manchester Tramway Company Limited
Charity and VCS support, HeritageHeritage Tramcar restoration and running of restored vehicles within Heaton Park in Manchester, run solely by volunteers. Maintaining heritage tramway infrastructure and undertaking restoration works on tramcars originally built from 1880 onwards.
St Aidan's Music Association
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Education, ReligionOrganises Fundraising and rotas of volunteers to support the work of the music department at St Aidan's Church of England High School,Harrogate,North Yorkshire
Meadows Playing Field Management Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesWe are a group of volunteers responsible for the maintenance of the village playing fields, pavilion and children's play equipment, with full responsibility for replacement when needed. We organise various fund raising activities throughout the year to help pay for repairs and renewals.
Tiny Tim Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureThe charity provides goods, equipment and benefits to disabled children not otherwise provided by the statutory authorities. Funds are mostly raised through a golf tournament and other fundraising events. All workers are volunteers.
Ringwood District Girl Guides
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding UK, as part of a worldwide Movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential and to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.
Stone Elder Activity Centre Development Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareProviding community minibus wheelchair accessible transport using volunteer drivers.Primary users are elderly and disabled persons
Cere-Pal (peterborough And District Spastic Society)
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, HealthCere-pal is a local group of volunteers,parents and friends who are caring for people with cerebral palsy in and around the Peterborough area. The group exists to enable people to share experiences and provide mutual support. Our fund-raising enables us to provide services, advice, equipment etc through grant aid and lobbying to help those with special needs.
St Richards Parents Staff And Friends Association
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureWe fund raise to provide education/training and sport/recreation. In addition, we provide grants and human resources for staff/volunteers.
West Midlands Caribbean Parents And Friends Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentFACILITATING AND ENCOURAGING LOCAL PEOPLE TO PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES THROUGH VOLUNTEERING.CONTINUATION OF DEVELOPMENT WORK ON BLACK ELDERS PROJECT WHICH HAD SOME SUPPORT FROM AGE CONCERN AND THROUGH LOCAL FUND RAISING.SOCIAL AND CULTURAL EVENTS, DISCUSSION GROUPS TO INFORM AND RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT HEALTH, EDUCATION, TRAINING AND LIFE LONG LEARNING ACTIVITIES.MARKET TESTS.
Gweek Seals Under 5's
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, ChildcarePlaygroup for children under five years of age run by parent carer volunteers
Southfield Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Heritage, Social welfareSouthfield WI is outward looking, it has monthly meetings with speakers, reading group, visits to theatre, and historical places. It supports G.F.W.I. events, including music, drama, crafts, and environmental issues. Southfield gives a bursary for educational courses, welcomes visitors, and gives social companionship for its members. Many members volunteer for local causes.
Colyton Link
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supportColyton Link is a self funding scheme which provides a transport service to medical and medical related appointments for the residents of Colyton and Colyford. A pool of volunteer drivers using their own vehicles transport the clients and receive payments for expenses incurred. Colyton Link also makes donations to local projects and groups.
Flat Holm Society
Charity and VCS support, FacilitiesThe Welsh island of Flat Holm is a unique SSSI Local Nature Reserve in the Bristol Channel & managed by a Partnership of Cardiff City Council & The Flat Holm Society. Our aims are:* raise money through grants & other fund-raising activities* supply volunteers to work on & off the island* promote the island at various events through social media and other activitiesAnyone can join.
2nd Goffs Oak (methodist) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe charity is a Scout Group within East Herts District run by Trustees appointed under the Rules of The Scout Association. It provides the opportunities for boys and girls aged 6 thru 16 for which the Scout movement is well known in three age groups, Scouts, Cubs and Beavers, led by Warranted Leaders. It enjoys the support of adult volunteers, especially for fund raising.
Rotary Club Of Stone And District Trust Fund
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThe Rotary Club of Stone & District provides Community Service locally, nationally and internationally either by volunteering or by using funds contributed by members of the Club or by the general public. Such service may include educational grants, or grants to relieve poverty
Friends Of Smithills Hall
Associations, Charity and VCS supportThe Friends of Smithills Hall, working in partnership with Bolton council, seek to enhance and preserve the attractions of Smithills Hall, a building of architectural and historic interest open to the public. The Friends undertake fundraising activities and provide volunteers to work at the Hall as guides and in other capacities.
Chipping Norton And District Volunteer Fire Brigade Fund
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, LeisureProvide small grants to sports clubs in Chipping Norton and other villages in the area.
The Society For The Preservation Of Isle Of Wight Church Bells
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, ReligionMaking grants for appropriate Church Bell improvement projects on the Isle of Wight. Providing appropriate volunteer "manpower" and advice to church bell improvement projects on the Isle of Wight.
The Wheelers And Wobblers Sports And Social Club For People With A Disability
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureThe Wheelers & Wobblers are a self-funded, volunteer led disabled sports and social charity that meet on Wednesday in Cluntergate Community Centre, Horbury. We provide various fun events, chair exercises, arts & crafts and games to keep us active and provide training for many competitions in sports including bowls, boccia, snooker and table-tennis. We also have a full programme of wellbeing events
Trust Property Held In Connection With Crosby Scout And Guide Marina Club
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureThe Club is open to young people who live in the Borough of Sefton. It is run by volunteers and provides facilities to teach and develop, sailing and water safety.
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.