Charity and VCS support Charities
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Friends Of East Portlemouth Parish Church
Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionFund raising for East Portlemouth Parish Church capital costs associated with maintaining the structure of the building and immediate surroundings.
Friends Of The Israel Cancer Association
Associations, Charity and VCS support, HealthRaising funds to assist the Israel Cancer Association in its research, rehabilitation and education programmes.
The Haileybury Youth Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, HousingHYT enables young volunteers to work alongside Ugandans in meeting basic humanitarian needs, such as housing, water and education. HYT promotes sustainable development, particularly the use of appropriate technology for low carbon construction, which preserves the environment. HYT also helps Ugandans develop skills for future employment and generating income.
La Leche League Great Britain
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, HealthLLLGB offers free, evidence-based breastfeeding support. Our trained volunteer Leaders (breastfeeding counsellors) have all nursed our children. We empower mothers and families with knowledge, confidence and empathy. We provide understanding and connection through meetings, email, phone, messaging and social media.
Sackville College
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, HousingSackville College is a beautiful Jacobean almshouse which provides accommodation for local elderly people of limited means. The flats are comfortable, warm, safe and secure. There is a strong community spirit. The college is not supported by the Government and relies on fundraising events, visitors, donations and a very low weekly charge for its income.
The Llanelli-Dinefwr Hospice Appeal Fund
Charity and VCS support, HealthRaise funds to promote excellence in cancer services in Carmarthenshire and co operate with other chariteis with similar aims throughout the Hywel Dda NHS Trust area.
The Muslim Association Of Wrexham
Charity and VCS support, ReligionOrganise religious activities in accordance with Islamic teachings and culture. Provide an umbrella organisation for Muslims in Wrexhm and surrounding areas. Provide other organisations with a point of contact for muslims in Wrexham and surrounding areas.
Sheepsetting Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationThe Pre-school provides a happy and secure environment for children, through a wide range of play activities, organised by a well-qualified team of staff and supported by the fundraising and management team of the committee. The variety of activities on offer encourages children to develop physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills through play, which help prepare them for school life.
German Shepherd Dog Welfare Fund
Animals, Charity and VCS supportRescue and rehome dogs, fund raising event,
Little Dragons Pre School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe are a local committee run pre school in Dorset and operate from a detached unit in the grounds of a local primary school. We currently provide care for 39 children aged 2 years 3 months - 4 years old. We help prepare them for reception/primary school and follow the EYFS guidelines to achieve this. To run smoothly we rely on Government funding, fees from parents and fundraising for resources.
Broadlands Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationCare & Education of pre-school children from 2yrs to starting school. we include children with special educational needs and children with English as a second language. We provide training and support for staff and parents/carers, and we fund raise to keep costs down.
Boothferry Road Community Project
Charity and VCS supportMulti purpose resource centre providing office space mainly for voluntary sector organisations and public rooms for hire to the public.
Heal
Charity and VCS supportHEAL --involved in fundraising on behalf of HEAL India to run a range of projects
Cannington Preschool
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationThe Charity offers a child centred approach to learning for children of a Pre-School age (2-4/5yr old). Children are valued and listened to whilst developing kindness towards each other. The Pre-School is committee run by volunteers.
St. Andrew's Church Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe are a community Pre-school and we are allowed to cater for 23 children per morning session between 8.20/9.00/11.45 - 12.00/2.45pm term-time only. We receive 15 hours funding for our three years olds from the Government and now receive funding for 10 hours for some two year olds. Rely on Fund-raising. We operate, adhere the guidedance of Pre-school learning Alliance with joint Policies.
Ashmore Preschool
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationPre-school catering to children aged 2-5 years old, term time only, working under the Pre-School Learning Alliance. We hold fund raising events throughout the year and activities are cake sales, fancy dress days, sponsored scoots and a Christmas raffle and money raised tends to be small scale. Some parents make small donations to the Pre-school as they want to help.
The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureManage a city farm on the outskirts of Birkenhead, Wirral for public recreation and education. With a small collection of farm animals, cafe, nature trail, special events and gift shop the farm also provides opportunities for volunteers to be involved from maual tasks to fundraising.
Rotary Club Of Sturminster Newton Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS supportFUND RAISING FOR LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL CAUSES.LOCAL ASSISTANCE AS REQUESTED AND FEASIBLE.
The Herefordshire Historic Churches Trust
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supportThe Trust exists to raise money to assist with the maintenance, repairs and improvement of historic churches of all christian denominations and to raise awareness within the administrative county of Herefordshire. This assistance is given by making grants and occasionally, in appropriate circumstances, by offering interest free loans.
Stanwick Pre School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, FacilitiesThe principal purpose of Stanwick Pre-School is to provide affordable, quality care to enhance the development and education of children between the age of 2 years and 4 years 11 months. The pre-school is funded through government grants, fundraising and private fees. It operates from the new village hall in Stanwick, Northamptonshire.
St Andrews Preschool Caversham
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education1. The provision of appropriate pre-school play activities. 2. Fundraising to support the objectives.
Throckley Community Hall Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureSport activities for children 8yrs to 16yrs. Sport activities for adults. Childrens sport/craft/activity programme - Summer holiday. Dance, craft activities for children. Dancing for elderly/tea dances/info sessions. Group meeting space (tenants & res groups, coopbuild china painters). Party venue/venue for loc auth organised meetings. Venue for fundraising activities.
Herefordshire Association For The Blind
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Health, Housing, Social careEarly help-long term support for blind and partially sighted community of Herefordshire that can help the public living with sight loss.We offer a home visiting service where a volunteer offers simple practical help to a visually impaired person.A hospital information service at Hereford Eye Unit (County Hospital)Rehab and Mobility Service contract with Herefordshire Council.
The Friends Of The Connection At St. Martin-In-The-Fields
Associations, Charity and VCS support, HousingWe exist to support the work of The Connection at St Martin-in-the-Fields, to raise funds for that charity and to increase awareness among the public of homelessness.
Stepping Stone Pre-School Knebworth
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationA rural Pre-school and nursery providing Early Years Foundation Stage Education for children 2 1/2 years to school age who live in Knebworth Parish and the surrounding area. Our income from the LEA is topped up by the payment of fees for those children not in receipt of LEA funding and the overall shortfall in funding is supplemented by fundraising events organised by the Management Committee.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many charity and vcs support charities are there in the UK?
There are 5,764 registered 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 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 charity and vcs support charities?
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 charity and vcs support charities?
Across all 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 charity and vcs support charities?
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.