Charity and VCS support Charities
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Lam Rim Buddhist Centre
Charity and VCS support, Education, Health, Leisure, ReligionSaturday workshops for the local community to participate in meditation, yoga etc.Visits from local schools and colleges for training sessions in Buddhist studies ranging from junior schools to postgraduate students.Participation in multi faith conferences.Weekend retreats and facilities for solitary retreats.Encouragement of volunteers to participate in various multi skill activities.
The Museum Of The Broads
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, HeritageThe principal object is to collect, preserve and interpret the heritage of the Broads, past and present for the public's benefit, education and enjoyment. The collection is housed at Stalham,Norfolk where visitors may view the items on display. Income is derived from admission charges and shop sales as well as a variety of fundraising events.
Elton Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, LeisureWe are a Community Centre in the village of Elton, Cheshire, providing local and surrounding areas with a dance hall, stage and surrounding rooms for private parties, dance school, keep fit activities and other social gatherings, all supported by volunteers.
Sandgate Youth Football Club
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureTo provide football as a leisure activity so that young children can learn be part of a team and club. Also to strengthen their social skills. The club also raises money for local deserving causes by holding an annual charity day and 6 a side football tournament.
Grindleton Recreation Ground Charity
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Facilities, Housing, LeisureWe maintain and equip the village Recreation Ground that serves a catchment population of around 1,000. It comprises a football pitch, multi-use games area, children's play area, cricket field and Grindleton Pavilion which houses a large community hall, smaller meeting room and changing rooms.Upkeep is funded by donations, fund-raising and hire income with grant application for capital projects.
Oakleigh School Parent Staff Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationWe hold fundraising activities e.g fairs etc to raise funds to provide the disabled children with specialist equipment and opportunities for outings.
Carmarthen Breakthro' (breakthro' Caerfyrddin) Project
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureThe purpose of the Association is to relieve the condition of children with severe learning disabilities by the provision of leisure activities to assist the family or those responsible for such persons residing primarily but not exclusively in the Carmarthen area, with the help of volunteers
Parkstone Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, FacilitiesThe charity provides childcare for children aged 2-5 years. It is based in a community centre which serves the local area. The charity also provides placements for students and school work experience students, as well as parent volunteers.
Coleridge Families
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationColeridge Families aim is to advance the education of the pupils of the school by providing, and assisting in providing, facilities for education at the school (not normally provided by the local education authority). To further this object, we organise activities (including fundraising) which support the school, encourage cooperation between the staff, parents & others associated with the school.
St. Michael's Extended School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationProviding Private and Voluntary Sector care and education facilities for children aged 3 - 11 which forms St. Michael's Extended School. These facilities include a Breakfast Club, Pre-school and After-school Club
Spar Charitable Fund
Charity and VCS supportRAISING MONEY FOR MARIE CURIESUPPORTS RETAIL INDUSTRY CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS
Thames Valley Animal Welfare
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HousingTVAW aims to rescue and rehome abandoned, illtreated and unwanted cats and kittens. Veterinary treatment is provided and all animals are neutered. The cats are cared for individually in foster homes until suitable homes are found. We also operate a lost and found register and a low cost neutering scheme. All of the work is carried out by volunteers and funded by donations.
The League Of Friends Of The Ripley Hospital
Associations, Charity and VCS support, HealthTo foster and maintain the interest of the Public in the needs of the patients and the work of the Hospital.To raise funds, accept gifts and contributions from any person or organisation.To supplement the services provided by the Hospital for the Health, Welfare and Comfort of the patients and staff by the provision of amenities, equipment and buildings.
Gardening With Disabilities Trust
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisurefund raising
Helmdon Acorns Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe are an Early Years Pre-school open to children aged 2-4 yrs. Based in the village of Helmdon, also serving the surrounding villages and Brackley. We are a Committee led charity and actively run fundraisers during the year to raise funds to provide educational recourses for the children in our care. We have strong ties within the local community and local Primary School.
Barbican Pre-School
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationAT BARBICAN PRE-SCHOOL WE FUNDRAISE TO RUN THE PRE-SCHOOL, WE HAVE IMPROVED THE ICT OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CHILDREN AND ARE CURRENTLY IN THE MIDST OF DEVELOPING OUR LIBRARY/BOOK AREA OF THE PRE-SCHOOL. WE CONTINUALLY INVEST IN PLAY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES FOR THE FURTHER ENHANCEMENT OF THE CHILDREN.
Batley Road Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe are a pre-school playgroup providing activities for children aged between 2years and 5 years . We serve the community in Alverthorpe Wakefield and are committee run and actively encourage volunteers to help out in all aspects of playgroup life We aim to provide a safe stimulating environment in which the children learn as they play.
Jack And Jill Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationFundraising activities to help in running of pre-school playgroup.
The Friends Of St Mary's Church Shoreham-By-Sea
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionRaising funds for the preservation of a Grade 1 Listed Church
St Anne's Playgroup (harlow Green)
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, ChildcareWe provide care and education for children aged 3-4 years old, delivered by paid staff and volunteers. The setting has increased it's hours and offers flexible full day care. As a result the number of children has increased significantly, as well as the number of sessions they attend. This has resulted in a huge increase in income allowing us to make huge improvements to our setting.
Cor Meibion Prysor
Charity and VCS supportPERFORMING TO ALLOW OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS TO RAISE FUNDS AND DIRECTLY RAISING FUNDS FOR OTHER BODIES
Poplar Blackwall & District Rowing Club
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureTeaching juniors and adults to row with the aim of increasing their fitness and taking part in competition. The club is nationally competitive in junior, senior and veteran classifications both male and female. The club also provides for non-competitive members.The charity achieves these aims by the provision of all the necessary equipment such as boats, a gymnasium and volunteer coaches.
Wolfson Hillel Primary School Pta
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Leisure, Social welfareThe charity raises money for Wolfson Hillel Primary School.The charity helps organise and fund various school events including events to celebrate the school's religious festivals and sporting activities.The charity organises various social events for the school community.
The Greek Orthodox Community Of The Holy Trinity, Oxford
Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThe charity's objects are to promote the Christian Orthodox faith to benefit the public in England and Wales and abroad and particularly the Greek Orthodox community by the relief of poverty sickness and distress. The Trustees seek to further these objects predominantly by raising funds to support the work of The Greek Parish in Oxford.
Mozambique And Angola Anglican Association
Charity and VCS supportMANNA exists to broaden awareness of the Anglican Communion in Mozambique and Angola. It raises funds for projects related to the work of the churches in those countries, and provides and publishes information on the churches in those countries.
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.