Economic and community development Charities That specialise in Unemployment
Discover 449 Economic and community development charities that specialise in unemployment. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Polo Charity Trust
Animals, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureAssistance to professional or former professional polo players. Education and training for alternative employment or self-employment of professional or former professional players. Assistance towards the welfare of ponies. Encouragement of polo amongst children and the young in full time education. Encouragement amongst members of the Armed Services. Donations to other charities.
Ownership At Work
Arts, Economic and community developmentResearch and publications produced on co-owned business to promote and grow the sector.
Canterbury And District University Of The Third Age
Arts, Economic and community development, EducationProviding activities for those persons who are no longer in full-time employment. Groups, tutored and self-help, study and take part in classes in many subjects, dance, exercise, musical, dramatic sessions. The emphasis is on shared learning. The activities undertaken by members of this U3A are self-supporting.
Greater Manchester Bangladesh Association And Community Centre
Economic and community development, Education, FacilitiesEducation/TrainingArts/cultureSport/recreationEconomic/Community development/Employment
Gloucester And District Branch Of The University Of The Third Age
Economic and community development, EducationLife Long Learning for those no longer in full time employment
Magdalen Hospital Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfarePromotes the welfare of children and young people under the age of 25 who suffer from various effects of social deprivation, abuse, mental and physical handicap, inadequate housing, lack of education or training, and the problems derived from unemployment and lone parent families.
Fleet Arts
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTo advance education in the arts, by providing inclusive and creative well-being events in Derbyshire, and in particular for those socially excluded. " Socially excluded" means those excluded from parts of society due to one or more of the following factors namely financial hardship, poor education/attainment, unemployment, disability/health issues, ethnic origin, gender, or age.
The Harrogate University Of The Third Age
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education(i) to advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment, in the Harrogate area(ii) to improve the conditions of life and social welfare of older people
U3a University Of The Third Age, Cheltenham Branch
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationWe are a volunteer-driven organisation for those who are no longer in full-time employment. We facilitate lifelong learning and stimulating daytime activities in the company of others. All activities are run and coordinated by volunteers.
The Antony Hornby Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationThis charity donates to the following areas; General charitable purposes, education and training, medical, health and sickness, Arts and culture, animals, environment, community development, employment, other charities and voluntary bodies. This charity also makes grants to organisations.
The West Wilts U3a
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure(i) To advance the education of the public in West Wilts and its surrounding locality and in particular the education of middle aged and older people who are not in full time gainful employment(ii) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare
Berkshire Scout Enterprises Limited
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationTo establish workshops, projects and schemes for the training and provision of work experience for unemployed or disabled persons.To provide educational and training facilities for unemployed persons resident in the area of benefit. To assist any charitable organisation which is part of the Scouting Movement. To raise funds and to invite and receive contributions from any person/s.
The University Of The Third Age - Richmond Upon Thames
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure1) To advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames and its surrounding locality. 2) To provide facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare.
First Blofield And Brundall Sea Scout Group
Armed forces, Associations, Economic and community development, Education1st Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group is a Scout Group with Beaver, Cub & Scout sections. The Group is recognised by the Royal Navy. The group has a partnership agreement with Dreadnought Explorer section.Scouting provides skills for life: for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams.
Bangladesh Womens Association
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, FacilitiesProvision of education and employment training facilities to women, provision of creche' facilities for mothers who attend the courses, organising employment and self emplyment related seminars and running a youth centre for young girls.
Chester U3a
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureTo advance the education of the public and in particular of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Chester and its surrounding locality. To provide facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare.
Brynamman Public Hall And Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureBrynamman Public Hall is a community oriented venue offering various local facilities, recreation, a volunteering program and employment in the village of Brynamman. The Public Hall is open 7 days a week, operating as a full time 2 screen cinema with a broad programme of films, theatre, snooker hall, and space for community groups such as the local Cylch / nursery. Est. 1926.
Elbwo
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationTo provide quality service to meet the diverse needs of families through provision of advice, information and advocacy that addresses individual needs; the delivery of education, training and mentoring to assist attainment within school and employment; and the development of projects and resources for supporting and strengthening families and other groups within the community.
The Spencer Homes Charity
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingProviding seven social housing units in a rural area with no public transport or shop and which provides often low income employment.
The Royal Hampshire Regiment Welfare Fund
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTo foster esprit de corps among former members of the Royal Hampshire Regiment enabling them to keep in touch with Regimental affairs and with each other. To assist Comrades to obtain suitable employment and to relieve them and/or their dependents, widows or children who are in need, hardship or distress.To produce a report upon the activities and deaths of comrades.
Jazz North-East Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationJazz North East promotes grant-aided jazz concerts, festivals and workshops both alone and in partnership with other not-for-profit organisations. We aim to provide opportunities to hear and on occasion work with artists of the highest quality from our own region, from the wider UK and from overseas. We keep admission prices low to encourage attendance by young people and the unemployed.
Seaham Action 1978 Training Trust Limited
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationOUR CHARITABLE ORGANISATION WILL BE FOCUSED ON PROVIDING A ;OW COST SUPPORTIVE ENVIROMENT TO PROMOTE BUSINESS START UPS .WE WILL PROVIDE A SUPPORTED SHELTERED AND COST EFFECTIVE WORKSHOP TO ENABLE PEOPLE TO BUILD A BUSINESS. THE WORK SHOPS PROVIDE INCREASED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE AREAS RESIDENTS THROUGH ASSISTANCE TO START UP AND EXPAND SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES.
Weston-Super-Mare U3a
Economic and community development, EducationWeston U3A is a self help educational organisation for people no longer in full time employment in the Weston Super Mare Area.
Charles Peguy Trust
Economic and community development, EducationAdvice and assistance for Europeans aged 18-30 mainly related to employment and accommodation.
Poor'sland Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareThe trustees continued to invest in their land and buildings to ensure they are maintained in good condition. Support to people in the community whom they consider to be needy as well as supporting local organisations for community or education purposes has continued The trustees operate their work units for the twin benifits of providing local employment and producing income for the trust.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many unemployment economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 449 registered unemployment 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 unemployment economic and community development charities by income?
Barnardo's is the largest by latest reported annual income (£340.3m). 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 unemployment economic and community development charities?
Unemployment economic and community development charities reported a combined annual income of £4.0bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for unemployment economic and community development charities?
Across all unemployment economic and community development charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 87.3%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of unemployment economic and community development charities?
Unemployment economic and community development charities have an average annual income of £1.4m. 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.