Charity and VCS support Charities
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Friends Of The Royal Cornwall Hospital
Arts, Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, HealthFund raising to provide equipment and comforts for patients at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Truro and Volunteers to welcome and guide patients through the Hospital, to provide tea and coffee services to patients awaiting appointments, a library trolley and a Friends Coffee Shop providing tea, coffees and other refreshments
Wiltshire South County Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportGirlguiding Wiltshire South, as part of a world-wide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders.
Friends Of Meath School
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationFriends of Meath School raises funds and supports the education of pupils attending Meath School, Ottershaw, Surrey which is a special school for children with speech, language and communication disability
The Friendship Project
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareSupports disadvantaged children in need by 121 weekly meetings of 2/3 hours with an 'older friend', who is a volunteer. The child may have their own problems or the child may be in a family or care, that make it more difficult for the child to thrive. Aim is to improve the child's self esteem, allow them to have some fun and build confidence, plus widen their experience in a safe supported way.
Wool Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationThe pre-school continues to provide excellent pre-school education to the under 5's in the village and surrounding areas. We offer sessions on a daily basis with full day sessions being available 5 days a week. We offer 2 year old funding places and 3 and 4 year olds and we provide the 30hrs places. Fundraising is maintained and still is continuing success.
Fitzjohn's School Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationFundraising, working with children and parents to organise events to raise funds to support the Fitzjohns Primary School community in London, UK.
Stakeford And Bomarsund Miner's Welfare Scheme
Charity and VCS support, Housing, Leisure, ProfessionsOperating throughout the Choppington Parish, the Welfare provides sporting, social and community facilities. With three pitches and a multi user games area, the Welfare acts as a sporting hub for the wider community and provides expert coaching for cricket, football & bowls.Open on a daily basis and run entirely by volunteers we provide a home for many local voluntary organisations and clubs.
Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Health, Saving of livesWe are a group of 45 unpaid volunteers who provide search and rescue services to people and animals who find themselves in difficulty, mainly in the countryside. We are available all day every day, whatever the weather. An Operational Support Group aid the Search and Rescue members. We depend on donations and fundraising. We assist both the Police and the Ambulance Service and other services.
Ulverston Victoria High School Pta
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationRaising funds to support school activities
Immanuel Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Educationwe provide childcare for children aged 2 and half to 5 years. all of our funding is charity based. Our income is soley reliant on fees from parents, grants and any fundraising that we do.
Windsor Lions Club Charity Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS supportThe Club is affiliated to Lions Clubs International, a global organisation of volunteers dedicated to the highest standards of community and humanitarian service. Windsor Lions Club exists for fellowship and to help those in need in the local community through both fundraising and direct involvement.
New Forest Mencap
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS supportNew Forest Mencap provides support and services for people with a learning disability in the New Forest area, their families, dependants and carers which will benefit them and improve their quality of life. It offers advice and guidance to parent/carers and to volunteers and works to raise awareness of people with learning difficulties
Horsford & St Faiths Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe provide a safe and stimulating learning environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. We provide opportunities for the children to develop and learn through play. We are based in the Mission Rooms in Horsham St Faiths and we are run by a committee. The committee arrange fundraising events to supplement our current funding.
Bishop Seth Ward Almshouse Trust
Charity and VCS support, Health, HousingThe objective of the Bishop Seth Ward Almshouse Trust is to help house underprivileged mature adults in Buntingford, Hertfordshire. The Trust raises funds through the letting of endowment and investment properties to support the running and maintenance of the Almshouses.
Yeovil Amateur Operatic Society
Arts, Charity and VCS supportPerformance of light opera and similar works in order to provide education to the general public and to raise funds for charitable distribution.
Devon Cattle Breeders' Society
Charity and VCS supportThe charity utilizes subscriptions, cattle registrations and fund-raising income to promote, maintain and improve the breed of Red Ruby Devon cattle within the UK
The Hindu Temple Bristol
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Education, Religion, ResearchThe main objective of the Charity is to promote the culture and philosophy of the Hindu faith to its members and the community at large.Main activities are:* Organisation of events based around religious festivals* Raising funds and donations from the members and the community at large for the upkeep of the charity* work with schools to improve understanding of Hindu culture & faith
Derby Kids' Camp
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social care, Social welfareDerby Kids' Camp is a 100% volunteer-run charity providing FREE holidays for some of Derby's most deserving young children. With the support of 150-170 volunteers, approx 350-300 children each year benefit from what may be their only holiday.We provide a much needed break for disadvantaged children, children who will benefit from social/personal development or provide respite for carers.
Music In Country Churches
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, HeritageMusic in Country Churches was established as a charitable trust in 1989. It has two aims: (1) to assist churches in rural regions of England and Wales with holding concerts of classical music; (2) to raise funds to assist those churches with the costs of their repair and maintenance. The Charity is particularly keen to provide performance opportunities to young and emerging musicians.
Epsom Choral Society
Arts, Charity and VCS supportEpsom Choral Society provides the opportunity for people of all ages to practice and learn the art of choral singing. As such they rehearse weekly, and give 4 concerts a year attracting a wide range of audience, who are interested in broadening their knowledge and understanding of choral music. The Society also works with other local charities to support their fund raising by singing in public.
Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareProviding transport for patients attending medical appointments, Befriending 1:1 and group activities, Run a fortnightly Luncheon Club, Administer Duke of Edinburgh Project for Young people, Administer the Defibrillator Project, Recruit and place Volunteers for over 30 organisations, Marshalling events, First Aid cover, run a Christmas Grotto, fundraise for food hampers for the elderly annually.
Bradford South District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, SocietyBradford South District Scout Council supports Scouting for young people aged 4 to 25 across the district. We provide governance, resources and training to local Scout Groups and volunteers. We promote personal development, leadership, active citizenship and skills for life through a fun, inclusive, youth-led, values-based programme aligned with Scout Association policies.
The Oxford Diocesan Council For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing
Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfarePastoral and spiritual care of deaf and hard of hearing people in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. Runs a volunteer befriending scheme.
Cleves School Parent Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationEvents for children raising funds for the school, parents, staff and supporters of the PTA such as Parent's evening, Fireworks Display, Christmas Shopping Evening, Christmas Fayre, Quiz, Ball, Discos for children, Fete in the Field, Leaver's Disco, Summer Sundowner
Stoke-On-Trent North, Stoke-On-Trent South, Newcastle And Longton Divisions Of The Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe Guide Association, as part of a worldwide Movement, enables girls and young women to fufil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteers. This charity owns and provides a Brownie and Guide Holiday House and a Brownie and Guide Campsite for use by all members.
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.