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.
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Meirim Illuminating LTD
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Leisure, Social welfareMeirim 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.
World Harvest (uk)
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Religion, Social welfareWorld 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.
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, HeritageRestoration & 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.
Entrain Space Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HousingThe 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.
Henderson Trust
Economic and community development, Education, HousingRegeneration 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
Lovebristol
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentLoveBristol provide volunteers for community development and supports and initiates regeneration projects and intiatives in Stokes Croft and the Bristol area.
Qed Foundation Limited
Economic and community development, Social welfareImproving 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.
Stanlaw Abbey Development Trust
Economic and community developmentThe 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
Help Change Lives
Economic and community development, Social welfareHelping 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.
Shareafrica
Economic and community development, Social welfareTo 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.
Skills Work And Enterprise Development Agency LTD
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareSWEDA'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
Crystal Palace Community Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentHelped 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.
Case Community Trust
Economic and community developmentTHE 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).
Faith Together In Leeds 11
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Social welfareThe 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.
Crawley Town Community Foundation
Economic and community development, Education, LeisureOur 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.
The Broughton Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe 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.
Challenge Ministries UK
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfareThe 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.
Junction Arts LTD
Economic and community developmentThe 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.
Future Regeneration Of Grangetown (frog)
Economic and community development, Social welfare, SocietyFuture 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.
Moseley Community Development Trust
Economic and community developmentMoseley 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.
The Halpern Charitable Foundation
Economic and community development, Health, Religion, Social welfareWorking 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.
Brymbo & Tanyfron Regeneration Trust
Economic and community development, EducationTo raise aspirations through accessible opportunities and to meet social needs through entrepreneurial activity.
Highway One Trust
Economic and community developmentThe 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
Centre For The Advancement Of Development And Human Rights
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, SocietyWe 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.
Cartwheel Arts Limited
Economic and community development, Social welfareCartwheel Arts promotes social inclusion, cohesion, diversity and regeneration through community participation in vibrant, innovative, high-quality arts projects.
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.