Economic and community development Charities That specialise in Rural and farming areas

The object of CPRE Shropshire is to promote and encourage for the benefit of the public the improvement, protection and preservation of the countryside of Shropshire and its towns and villages and the better development of the rural environment.

To advance such charitable purposes (according to the law of England and Wales) for the public benefit as the trustees see fit, in rural areas of the East of England by providing grants to individuals and/or charities or other organisations. Grants can be applied for via the Hypercharged Foundation web site.

PROVIDES COMMUNITY TRANSPORT FOR THOSE WITH A MOBILITY PROBLEM AND LONE PARENTS IN ISOLATED RURAL AREAS. THE CHARITY HAS THREE TAIL-LIFT MINIBUSES - A RING & RIDE BUS SUPPORTED BY LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND 2 COMMUNITY BUSES SUPPORTED BY VOLUNTARY DONATIONS, GRANTS ETC

EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN RESPECT OF ALL TYPES OF STEAM ENGINES, INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES, TRACTORS, AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT.

She Productions creates accessible, inclusive and high quality work, introducing a diverse, local audience to theatre and musicals, and aims actively to engage people who might not consider themselves as regular theatre goers, especially those in hard-to-reach rural areas. Alongside productions, the company delivers bespoke outreach work to serve local community needs, driven by creativity.

For young people in the rural community to gain skills and confidence in a variety of events, with the opportunity to represent their County in competitions.

The Family Centre provides a warm, friendly and safe environment, which aims to increase the resilience of children and their families to the problems faced by living in a deprived rural area through activities that are planned to meet specific needs of the child and their families.

Sharpness Playgroup providing learning/care for preschool children from age 2. We operate in a small rural area in the Primary school grounds with close links with the school so children can prepare for and have a smooth transition into school.

THE MAIN PURPOSES OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ORGANISATION ARE TO ENABLE WOMEN WHO ARE INTERESTED IN ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH RURAL LIFE, INCLUDING ARTS, CRAFTS AND SCIENCES TO IMPROVE AND DEVELOP CONDITIONS OF RURAL LIFE, TO ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATION IN CITIZENSHIP, IN PUBLIC QUESTIONS BOTH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL, IN MUSIC, DRAMA AND OTHER CULTURAL SUBJECTS AND IN ALL BRANCHES OF AGRICULTURE ETC.

Rural Playgroup and Pre-school serving children aged 2 - 5

Greater Morpeth Development Trust will develop Morpeth to be a premier market town in North East England, promoting and improving the town and countryside for public benefit, economic and social well-being of people living and working in Morpeth and surrounding areas of Northumberland through the promotion of urban and rural regeneration.

Countrymen UK use the farm and countryside environments help to meet the challenges being faced by men who find themselves isolated because of deteriorating physical or mental health or changing social circumstances. Conditions may include: Dementia, Parkinsons, Stroke, Isolation, Injuries, Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress, Chronic Pain, Cancer, Heart & Lung Conditions and others.

To provide facilities on an annual basis for the local community to demonstrate their services, goods, skills and hobbies and to provide family orientated traditional entertainment at an affordable price for the elderly and young families.

Maintaining against all encroachment the Scriptural Doctrines of the Reformation and principles of religious liberty. Advancing the Christian religion and where possible relieving poverty among persecuted Protestants. Producing a bi-monthly magazine. Holding Protestant Martyr Commemoration Meetings, having a presence at County and Agricultural shows, and maintaining a preaching ministry.

To provide a free education to orphans and the underprivileged in the rural area of Kitale in Mukono District Uganda. To further promote the economic development of the wider community through funding of micro loans and mentoring.

To promote and advance agriculture, horticulture, forestry, farming, the breeding and rearing of livestock, rural crafts and allied industries.

We run a Pre-School 3 days a week, term time, plus a Baby & Toddler group once a week at the Village Hall. The group provides educational and social activities for young children plus an opportunity for local families to meet and socialise in our rural area. We are inspected by Ofsted and supported by the West Berkshire Early Years team. We are a member of the Early Years Alliance.

St Peter's is the parish church for the rural town of Brandon. It's main vision is to servethe people of the town through support, care and action through the activities that wehold in our community church hall. These activities include Tiddlers group,Repair and Share Shop, Community Lunch, Crafters, Youth Group, Over 40s Club, St. Peter's Pantry, Men's Breakfast and community events

We are a rural setting providing full day care for children ages 2-11 in a safe, fun and stimulating environment. We are in a purpose built building within the school grounds and we provide wrap around care for the school. At our last ofsted which was 2007 we received an outstanding for the quality and standards of the nursery education.

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To provide recreational facilities and a social meeting place for the frail elderly.To aid and improve our clients conditions of life.To provide these services for clients in North Bedfofdshire

We welcome applications for grants £1000 to £5000 from charities and organisations whose purpose fits with our objects: The advancement of agriculture / environmental protection; The advancement in life of young people by developing their capabilities so that they may mature as contributory members of society; The relief of financial hardship; The advancement of education; The relief of sickness.

Young people in rural communities aged 10 to 28 yrs of age can join Nescliffe Y.F.C.

The Mildred Trust : Creating equality of opportunity for people in rural communities in and around the Tenterden area, especially but not exclusively for people experiencing food insecurity.

The formation and oversight of a women's cooperative, encouraging self-sufficiency through teaching sustainable farming and food production.Promoting education by supporting a local school purchased by the charity.Promoting health and hygiene through provision of clean water, medication and doctor, and medical outreach for the community including feeding programme for the elderly.