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Economic and community development Charities That specialise in Economic development

Discover 436 Economic and community development charities that specialise in economic development. Use the search below to filter within these results.

436
Charities
£9,914,386,440
Total Income
£963,216
Avg Income
79.4%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Meirim Illuminating LTD

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Leisure, Social welfare

Meirim Illuminating Ltd empowers teens and families in crisis through counselling, education, and financial aid. Our programmes span mental health support, education, sports, and economic development. With a non-judgmental approach, we rebuild self-esteem, fostering resilience in adolescents. Job placement assistance, community projects, and relief from poverty are integral parts of our mission.

Latest Income: £701,251
Areas of Operation: Barnet
Status: Registered
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World Harvest (uk)

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Religion, Social welfare

World Harvest (UK) seeks to advance God's love in the UK & worldwide by church planting, encouraging grace-renewal, and partnerships in ministry. We also operate a network of ASHA Charity shops, assisting organizations, particularly in South Asia, by providing funds for the relief of poverty, healthcare, education, and economic development, including giving to hospitals, schools in poorer areas.

Latest Income: £686,058
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited

Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage

Restoration & operation of the Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre as a viable music and arts venue, restoration and regeneration of the Grade II* listed building. Achieved by income generating activities: event space for hire, usage for commercial music concerts, culture & performance space and operation of catering services. Primary aim is income generation to secure its long term future.

Latest Income: £665,608
Areas of Operation: Cumbria
Status: Registered
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Entrain Space Trust

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing

The promotion and provision for public benefit of Social housing, training , employment and welfare services for the serving military, service leavers, veterans, their families and communities covering the United Kingdom. The provision of community housing, assets, services and facilities run by service leavers and veterans for wider social and community regeneration and social good.

Latest Income: £663,285
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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Henderson Trust

Economic and community development, Education, Housing

Regeneration and renewal of the West Earlham, North Earlham, Larkman and Marlpit areas of Norwich by working in partnerships with residents and service providers to the public to reduce levels of disadvantage in the area with specific regard to crime, health, unemployment and housing

Latest Income: £650,430
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Lovebristol

Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development

LoveBristol provide volunteers for community development and supports and initiates regeneration projects and intiatives in Stokes Croft and the Bristol area.

Latest Income: £622,210
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Qed Foundation Limited

Economic and community development, Social welfare

Improving the educational, social and economic circumstances of the most disadvantaged communities in the UK - particularly those of Bangladeshi, Indian or Pakistani origin who are struggling against disproportionately high levels of poverty, disadvantage and discrimination of various kinds - and contributiong to a society based on the principles of equality, diversity and social justice.

Latest Income: £617,501
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Stanlaw Abbey Development Trust

Economic and community development

The primary purpose of Stanlaw Abbey Development Trust is to improve the economic well-being and prosperity of Ellesmere Port and its resident, focusing in particular on areas on geographical areas of deprivation and demographical groups facing social or economic disadvantage. As such SADT aspires to be a primary force for sustained, community based economic regeneration and renewal

Latest Income: £612,799
Areas of Operation: Cheshire West & Chester
Status: Registered
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Help Change Lives

Economic and community development, Social welfare

Helping very vulnerable people around the world in the following ways: through the advancement of education with the aim of reducing poverty, provision of food, water, clothing, shelter, health aids and income generating opportunities to underprivileged persons, and contributing to social and economic development.

Latest Income: £600,167
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Shareafrica

Economic and community development, Social welfare

To assist fellow Christians and others living in impoverished communities in Sub Saharan Africa by providing facilities, funds and services through SHARE's in-country organisations. The primary aim is to support initiatives that will reduce poverty through sustained economic growth.

Latest Income: £598,753
Areas of Operation: Malawi
Status: Registered
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Skills Work And Enterprise Development Agency LTD

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfare

SWEDA's primary objective is 'for the relief of unemployment for the public benefit'. It is SWEDA's mission to be an independent and authoritative advocate to support disadvantaged people across Sandwell and the Black Country towards employment and/or self-employment. Our vision is that all deprived communities have access to equal opportunities for employment

Latest Income: £587,963
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Crystal Palace Community Trust Limited

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development

Helped young people to make a positive contribution to the future of the area. Strengthened the involvement of the community sector in regeneration.Enabled local people to become involved in projects which deliver health activities.Enabled local people to become involved in projects which encouraged life-long learning activities. Addressed community safety issues. Managed a business centre.

Latest Income: £585,128
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Case Community Trust

Economic and community development

THE PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF THE CHARITABLE COMPANY AS SET OUT IN THE GOVERNING DOCUMENT IS THE PROMOTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF URBAN OR RURAL REGENERATION IN AREAS OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEPRIVATION (AND IN PARTICULAR THE PARISHES OF SLIP END AND CADDINGTON).

Latest Income: £581,216
Areas of Operation: Central Bedfordshire
Status: Registered
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Faith Together In Leeds 11

Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Social welfare

The promotion for the public benefit of urban and rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation, (and in particular Leeds 11), by various means, including the relief of poverty and unemployment and the provision of a community or public facility for training and recreational needs, especially through the provision of pre-school childcare and support for parents.

Latest Income: £561,441
Areas of Operation: Leeds City
Status: Registered
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Crawley Town Community Foundation

Economic and community development, Education, Leisure

Our services are based on the belief that engagement through sport leads to more than developing sports skills. It harnesses a sense of mutual respect & trust, widens horizons, raises aspirations & provides opportunities for people from all backgrounds. Our projects are based on themes in health, education, inclusion, sports participation, training & employment, regeneration & community safety.

Latest Income: £560,500
Areas of Operation: West Sussex
Status: Registered
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The Broughton Trust

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education

The Broughton Trust is a regeneration charity; the main activities are providing a wide range of training for individuals, particularly those not in work; working with groups to provide support, training, activities for residents, neighbourhood renewal and related issues; Local Research; Youth work including mentoring young people.

Latest Income: £549,987
Areas of Operation: Salford City
Status: Registered
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Challenge Ministries UK

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfare

The charity is promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of children and young people disadvantaged or marginalised by the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Swaziland. Relieving poverty, financial hardship and advancing education in local communities, through the construction of orphan homes, the provision of educational facilities, apprenticeship training centres and business development.

Latest Income: £543,700
Areas of Operation: Eswatini
Status: Registered
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Junction Arts LTD

Economic and community development

The principal activity of the company is the promotion and development of access and involvement in the arts through art and regeneration activity within the district of Bolsover.

Latest Income: £539,124
Areas of Operation: Derbyshire
Status: Registered
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Future Regeneration Of Grangetown (frog)

Economic and community development, Social welfare, Society

Future Regeneration of Grangetown activities continue to benefit the inhabitants of the economically and socially disadvantaged area of Grangetown. The activities include the advancement of education, the promotion of good citizenship and the promotion of other activities which will develop the capacity and skills of residents.

Latest Income: £523,612
Areas of Operation: Redcar And Cleveland
Status: Registered
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Moseley Community Development Trust

Economic and community development

Moseley Community Development Trust is community owned, led and managed community enterprise. It's purpose is to lead the regeneration of the neighbourhood of Moseley in Birmingham.

Latest Income: £520,501
Areas of Operation: Birmingham City
Status: Registered
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The Halpern Charitable Foundation

Economic and community development, Health, Religion, Social welfare

Working and stimulating social inclusion through education, community development, health and wellbeing, regeneration and the Arts to assist those with mental or physical health issues, the vulnerable, socially isolated and artists in addition to the wider community in Medway and Kent to enhance the quality of people's lives. Ensuring the preservation of Chatham Memorial Synagogue.

Latest Income: £515,670
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Brymbo & Tanyfron Regeneration Trust

Economic and community development, Education

To raise aspirations through accessible opportunities and to meet social needs through entrepreneurial activity.

Latest Income: £510,042
Areas of Operation: Wrexham
Status: Registered
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Highway One Trust

Economic and community development

The Charity has wide objects, enabling it to benefit any purpose which is charitable under the law of England and Wales including:Disfiguring Medical ConditionsPrison and InjusticePoverty, economic regeneration and homelessnessWomen in needCounteracting problems caused through internet and mobile networksUnderstanding and supporting issues around singleness in society

Latest Income: £509,598
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Centre For The Advancement Of Development And Human Rights

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Society

We work with various communities in South East London and assist them to be economically independent through entrepreneurial and business development schemes and training programmes. At the same time, we also provide free legal advice and representation to individuals that we consider to be indigent and/or incapable of navigating the complex legal process that they are often faced with.

Latest Income: £498,450
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Cartwheel Arts Limited

Economic and community development, Social welfare

Cartwheel Arts promotes social inclusion, cohesion, diversity and regeneration through community participation in vibrant, innovative, high-quality arts projects.

Latest Income: £488,889
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many economic-development economic and community development charities are there in the UK?

There are 436 registered economic-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 economic-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 economic-development economic and community development charities?

Economic-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 economic-development economic and community development charities?

Across all economic-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 economic-development economic and community development charities?

Economic-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.