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

The Lotus Project is a Charitable Incorporated Organization (CIO) operating in Vietnam created to alleviate poverty and set the foundation of economic development in rural areas. The aim is to implement renewable energy usage and education within ethnic minority groups, while alleviating poverty by creating jobs, in the more remote unattended regions.

Provides a rural transport service for residents of Eversley and Bramshill. Supplies a telephone care line service to any resident in need. Gives an annual Christmas gift to all residents over 80 years of age. Give financial assistance to individuals and village organisations.

A rural youth organisation for 10 26 year olds. We do all kinds of competitions, social events, accredited training courses, overseas exchanges, and many more activities

Erwood YFC is open to all young people aged 10 to 28 years of age. It offers a balanced programme which includes, education & training, community projects, sport, drama, public speaking, cookery, rural crafts and much more.

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EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH AN INTEREST IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

Weekly club meetings and activities both educational and social

We are a charity in a rural area of Wiltshire. We provide transport to the general public, but mainly the elderly for visits to GP's surgeries, hospitals in three major cities, dentists, vets and residential homes. We also provide a limited service of shopping.

The Charity aims to improve lives of the less fortunate who are living in rural area of Pakistan. We aim to provide housing, education, training opportunity , maintain and improve roads and accessibility to main routes and also provide public amenities. The aim is to improve living conditions and try and benefit the whole village.

The performing members of Lincoln Pro Musica Orchestra rehearse throughout the season, from September to July, to prepare varied concert programmes which are presented 6-8 times across the season. Concerts are held both in Lincoln and in more rural areas of Lincolnshire to give access to people of all ages and backgrounds. Some concerts are performed in aid of local charities.

We aim to provide a centre for socail intercourse and promote understanding of issues associated with rural life, including arts,crafts and sciences. We are involved with our local community and offer a wide variety of opportunities through our meetings, outings and activities.

Provide facilities for clients/members with disabilities to enjoy and improve their carriage driving skills. Where resources allow, to take clients/members on holiday to enjoy the countryside and experience the feeling of independence.

Cikoko provides funding for the advancement of education by supporting remote, rural community schools in Zambia. Funds will be applied to:- Teachers salaries- Teacher training- School equipment and materials- Set work books and stationery- Library development- School infrastructure development and improvements- Scholarship Awards to support the further education of pupils

SeeNepal Foundation provides professional eye care to help protect and preserve the eye health of people that lack access to such healthcare and those suffering from eyesight impairment in rural Nepal, through the provision of essential and accessible eye healthcare and vision aid, support, education and practical advice.

Providing self-employment opportunities with start-up machinery and advice for families with talented children currently in education.Providing educational needs for children with special needs, providing educational support for children in need in rural schools, and for children after natural disasters to help getting back to school.

TO PROVIDE YAXLEY AND THE SURROUNDING VILLAGES WITH A VENUE FOR PRIVATE HIRE AND COMMUNITY EVENTS.THE CHARITY RAISES MONEY THROUGH THE HIRE OF THE HALL TO MAINTAIN AND IMPROVE THE BUILDINGS CONDITION AND FACILITIES.FOCUS IS ON COMMUNITY EVENTS TO BRING THE LOCAL RURAL COMMUNITY CLOSER.

The Isle District Choral Society provides a service in a rural area for the continued improvement of a wide variety of both well known and contemporary composers. The society's aim is to encourage an appreciation of the arts through music. Rehearsals are held weekly throughout the school term and well attended concerts are performed for the general public at least three times per year.

Promote agricultural efficiency by providing financial assistance for relevant activities to individuals, groups or organisations connected with agricultural/rural activities in Oxfordshire and adjoining Counties.

Redbrook Village Hall seeks to contribute towards the identity and sustainability of the rural community of Redbrook, by the provision of a safe, secure and welcoming environment, which is accessible to all sections of the local community for social, recreational and educational purposes

Education and development of young people through a variety of activities and competitions including public speaking, stock judging, cookery and sports. 10 clubs across the county organise their own weekly meeting. Emphasis on social, fundraising and travel opportunities too.

Serving women in (rural) communities

A) TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC IN AGRICULTURE, HOME CRAFTS, COUNTRY LIFE AND RELATED SUBJECTS. AND B) IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE TO PROVIDE AND PROMOTE THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RECREATION AND LEISURE.

Rural based activity club

The CrossLinks Centre operates to promote, for the Public Benefit, urban and rural regeneration in areas of Social and Economic deprivation, by all or any of the ways included in the objects of the Charity.These activities now include a Lunch Club, Disabled Club, Special Needs Group a Mother and Toddler Group Chair Exercises for Seniors and other related assistance to local residents

FORDT SUPPORTS WELFARE ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN BY RURAL DEVELOPMENT TRUST, A CHARITY IN SOUTH INDIA. BENEFICIARIES ARE THE HANDICAPPED (CHILDREN AND ADULTS) AND MARGINALISED COMMUNITIES IN DIRE POVERTY. FORDT IS CURRENTLY SUPPORTING CHILD WELFARE SCHEMES, LIVELIHOOD SCHEMES (MOSTLY FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS) VOLUNTARY ORTHOPAEDIC SERVICE BY A VISITING SURGEON AND A SPECIALIST NURSE.