Economic and community development Charities That specialise in Community development
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John Pounds Community Trust Limited
Childcare, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureTo advance education and provide facilities for social, recreational and creative leisure time opportunities for the people of Portsmouth, particularly in the area known as Portsea. To this end the charity runs the John Pounds Centre, providing sports and leisure facilities, an IT suite, revitalisation suite, art studio, cafe and creche and organising activities for local residents.
Touchstone Community Development
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community developmentThe charity operates a childrens daily neighbourhood nursery in Staveley, Nr Chesterfield, Derbys. Childrens age group - from birth to age 5 years.
The Snowdrop Project
Associations, Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Social welfareSnowdrop Project exists to empower survivors of human trafficking to live lives that are no longer defined by their past and we work to reduce the risk of those vulnerable to this crime.We provide support to survivors through 1:1 caseworking, befriending and community activities to empower survivors to live independently.
Weymouth Civic Society
Economic and community developmentThe Society aims, within the borough of Weymouth and Portland and its surrounding area, to increase public awareness of its architecture and civic heritage, to encourage high standards of building and town planning, to preserve buldings and other features of architectural, cultural or historic significance and to acquire buildings of interest for public enjoyment.
Streatham Youth And Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareOur vision is to raise aspiration, reduce isolation, create stronger relationships and empower young people, their families and the wider community. SYCT meets the needs of the local community through the provision of a wide range of activities focusing on education and training, personal development, support for disadvantaged groups, sport and the arts.
Christadelphian Meal A Day Fund
Economic and community development, HousingAs a practical witness we seek to facilitate personal and community dignity of those in real need in less developed parts of the world by sustainable local projects which: a) help to relieve the effects of hunger disease disability destitution homelessness b) promote agriculture clean water basic health care education c) encourage sharing learning service to others and community development
The Emmanuel Kaye Foundation
Economic and community developmentSupporting UK registered charities in social welfare, community development, education, arts and culture, healthcare and medical research. The charity does not accept unsolicited requests for grants.
Action West London
Economic and community development, Education, Society1.'Changing lives through Employment, education and Enterprise' 2. Helping individuals gain education/training/qualifications in ESOL/Skills for Life/work focussed training. 3. Community Development/Citizenship/community safety/Acton Street Market regeneration project 4.Support to businesses/SMEs and managing flexible work space for business
Caterham Barracks Community Trust
Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureProvision of community facilities; playspaces, arts centre, football field, cricket pitch and open space
Kinetic Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, LeisureKinetic Foundation provides support and activities which help develop the skills, capacity and capabilities of young people.The charity advances and promotes community development, providing young people with access to facilities, training and opportunities to participate in sport, leisure,volunteer activities and vocational related training courses.
Visyon Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HealthFace to face counselling for children and young people up to 25 year olds.Counselling in schools.Mentoring for young people.Remote counselling via phone/Teams.Group-based activities supporting mental health.Themed workshops for parents, professionals and young people.Involvement in community activities to promote mental health and challenge stigma.Parent/Carer and family support.
Coast And Vale Community Action
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Social welfareTo promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the community in the Borough of Scarborough, inlcuding the towns of Scarborough, Whitby and Filey, and its neighbouring areas and, in particular, the advancement of education, the protection of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness; To promote and and organise co-operation in the achievement of the above purposes.
West Silvertown Village Community Foundation
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, FacilitiesOperates Britannia Village Hall including children's play area.Runs and supports community activities.Distributes free newsletter locally about charity/voluntary activities.Assists local community with consultation on planning and social issues.
Chequer Mead Arts And Community Trust
Arts, Economic and community developmentCommunity Theatre; including local and in-house shows, dance and musicals. DVD and live event screenings. Art Exhibitions.
Communities Together East Anglia
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, HealthGeneral Charitable PurposesDisability, older people, family carers and those with mental health difficultiesEconomic/Community development/EmploymentRecruitment of volunteers
St Peter's Community Partnership
Associations, Economic and community development, EducationSt Peter's Community Partnership is a community organisation based in the St Peter's ward of Ashton-under-Lyne. Our charitable activities include initiatives focused around early learning, preventative education, adult learning, community development and early intervention.
Doncaster Young Men's Christian Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentYMCA Doncaster provides places and programmes where all young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive. Our principal activity is in the provision of accommodation and related services for young people between the ages of 18 and 25.We also provide community activities, meeting space for other organisations and volunteering opportunities for local people.
Wycliffe Baptist Church
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionWycliffe Baptist Church aims to promote the Christian faith in east Reading, where its buildings are located, and more widely throughout the UK and internationally. As an integral part of this, it aims to provide resources for the benefit of the community locally through organising a range of appropriate activities and by the provision of facilities for community activities.
Hellenic Community Trust
Economic and community development, FacilitiesCultural and community: Providing/running a community centre (the Hellenic Centre) by means of cultural, social and traditional activities, events and functions.
Prospect Burma CIO
Economic and community development, HousingProspect Burma strives to build a better future for Myanmar, through the promotion of, and investment in, education. We create access opportunities, to bridge the gap between state education and higher study. We support individuals to undertake education abroad to gain skills and qualifications unavailable in Myanmar. We provide networking and community development support when they return home.
Heart Of Monmouthshire Ministry Area
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionThe Heart of Monmouthshire Ministry Area is an Anglican parish in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth. We provide church and other services in our buildings and community activities in our church halls. We provide pastoral care to the communities which we serve and proclaim the Gospel of Christ.
Sheppey Matters
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Social welfareWe provide a wide range of health, education, arts and community development activities at Sheppey Healthy Living Centre and other venues on the Isle of Sheppey. We operate projects; Sheppey Wheels (a community transport scheme), Sheppey Rural Youth; Community Chef, Sheppey FM, Arts and Media and Sheppey Lifestyle
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Matthew, Triangle And All Saints
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionWorship services, study and prayer groups, community activities
Community Activities Project Ealing (c.a.p.e.)
Associations, Economic and community development, HealthCAPE is a Charity based in the London Borough of Ealing, for people who experience severe and enduring mental health problems. We offer support services to clients with a range of conditions that are either severe, highly disabling, and/or psychotic in nature. Equality of opportunity is paramount within our work and we promote the rights of our clients to lead fulfilled lives in the community.
Leeds Christian Community Trust
Economic and community developmentOur Vision is to enable, encourage and support individuals, groups and projects that are seeking to make a positive difference in Leeds.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many community-development economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,174 registered community-development economic and community development charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the community-development economic and community development charities by income?
Lloyd's Register Foundation is the largest by latest reported annual income (£691.7m). 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 community-development economic and community development charities?
Community-development economic and community development charities reported a combined annual income of £9.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for community-development economic and community development charities?
Across all community-development economic and community development charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 79.4%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of community-development economic and community development charities?
Community-development economic and community development charities have an average annual income of £963k. 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.