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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Basildon & Billericay U3a
Economic and community development, EducationWe are an autonomous self-help learning organisation run by the voluntary efforts of our members. Our members come together to share and pursue learning and related social activies, and are in their third age, the period in life when, after childhood, full-time employment and parental responsibilities, time can be found for personal interests and creativity.
2nd Market Rasen Scout Group
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureScouts are do-ers and give-it-a-go-ers. Yes, we go camping, hiking, abseiling, cycling and canoeing while having fun. We meet weekly, catering for youngsters aged 6 to 18 supporting them with skills they need for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams: the skills they need for life.
Loughton Voluntary Care Association
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Health, Social welfareVolunteers provide transport for the elderly frail to hospitals, surgeries and clinics. They also undertake shopping, befriending and the occasional odd job. A weekly escorted shopping by minibus provides social contact and enables elderly people to shop independently with help. Ipad familiarization sessions are also offered
The Norda Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareThe Trust will be helping people in disadvantaged areas to set up and sustain their own enterprises by working for themselves, with particular geographic emphasis on Cornwall. The Norda Trust wishes to fund projects that aid people to overcome barriers to self-employment, to foster economic independence, and to collaborate, prosper and expand.
Dersingham United Charities
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareProvides funding for projects that benefit the sick, elderly, isolated, those suffering hardship and students who require funding for projects for tools and transport to assist them in course work and starting in employment.
Help Fund
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareThe Help Fund provides support and financial assistance by way of grant and/or loan to all staff currently employed by Kent County Council when they find themselves in financial difficulties, also retired employees of Kent County Council and former employees of Kent County Council who are unemployed.
Newport Unit 251 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureA uniformed youth organisation which provides education, training and rewarding leisure time activities which can increase the practical and personal skills of our young people to carry them through into adulthood and future employment. We are open to all young people aged 10 - 18 years throughout Newport City and outlying areas. We are part of the Marine Society and Sea Cadet Corps.
Farnborough Neighbourcare
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, HealthTransport for patients to and from hospitals and surgeries in NE Hampshire. Volunteer drivers complete about 1600 jobs pa and can claim 45 pence per mile to cover petrol costs. Clients pay £7 for a return journey within Farnborough and £10 to nearby towns. We have an office at 57 Lynchford Rd, Farnborough GU14 6EJ. It is staffed by volunteers from Monday to Friday between 10.00am and 12 noon.
Byfleet Community Action
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Health, Social welfareA HELPING HAND FOR DISABLED AND ELDERLY PEOPLE AND THEIR CARERS IN BYFLEET AND WEST BYFLEET. VOLUNTEERS CAN PROVIDE TRANSPORT TO DO SHOPPING, GO TO DOCTORS OR HOSPITAL, GO VISITING ETC AND MAY BE ABLE TO CARRY OUT ODD JOBS.
Rotary Club Of Twickenham Upon Thames Trust Fund
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Saving of livesGeneral Charitable PurposesEducation/TrainingRelief of PovertyOverseas Aid/Famine ReliefEnvironment/conservation/heritageEconomic/community/development/employment
Rotary Club Of Liverpool South Trust Fund
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Leisure, Saving of lives, Social welfareGeneral charitable purposes, education/training, medical/health/sickness, disability,releif of poverty, overseas aid/famine relief, accommodation/housing, sports/recreation, economic/community development/employment
Longlevens Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, HealthThe trustees job is to look after Longlevens Village Hall so that it is a pleasant clean and tidy place for groups or individuals to hire. We have regular users i.e. WI's, cubs, brownies and dancing classes. Also single hire for sales, quizzes, birthday and anniversary parties and plays. We have an entertainments license, but no alcohol licence. We hold a joint PPL/PRS licence.
The Bookham And District University Of The Third Age (u3a)
Economic and community development, EducationSelf help education for people not in full time gainful employment
Ladywood Furniture Project Limited
Economic and community development, EducationTHE RELIEF OF PERSONS NEEDING FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMSTHE FACILITY TO UNDERTAKE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERINGASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE NEEDING EMPLOYMENT SKILLS AND TRAINING
The Willingham British School Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureTo provide grants to Willingham Primary School and local secondary and post secondary educational institutions such as Cottenham Village College to support their educational activities.To provide grants to youth groups in Willingham to support educational and sports activities.To provide grants to individual young people in Willingham to help them in further education and job training.
The Stratford St Mary Community Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTO ASSIST PERSONS RESIDENT IN THE PARISH OF STRATFORD ST MARY TO PARTICIPATE IN AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF THEIR COMMUNITY, PARTICULARLY THROUGH PROVISION OF RELIEF IN CONDITIONS OF NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS; FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ATTENDANCE AT OR ENGAGEMENT WITH, EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENTS; ASSISTANCE IN ACCESSING NEW OR ALTERNATIVE EMPLOYMENT.
Wigan Unit 366 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe principle aim of Wigan Sea Cadets is to engage young people 10-18 through a nautical theme, based on traditions and values of the Royal Navy in extra curricular education and training. Objectively we aim to give young people the best possible headstart in life, laying the foundations to support young people into further education and employment.
Wearside U3a
Economic and community development, EducationTo provide a range of activities to encourage continuing use of mind and bodies in the Third Age to all who are "no longer in full time paid employment"and are willing to help themselves and others.
Mhg Staff Benevolent Fund
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareMaking grants, payments, gratuities pensions or allowances to or for the benefit of persons who shall be or shall have been in the employment of the Maybourne Group, or wives, widows, husbands, widowers, children, parents or other dependants of such persons. No grant shall be made or paid to or for the benefit of any person unless they are in need of the financial assistance so afforded.
Harrogate Philharmonic Orchestra
Arts, Economic and community development, EducationThe orchestra consisting of mostly amateur players provides concerts to the general public and gives young local soloists opportunities to perform in front of an audience. Members include students as well as players in full time employment and is open to new members in the region who can play a classical instrument with an interest in classical music.
Fii Footwear Management Limited Employees Benevolent Fund
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTO PROVIDE CHARITABLE ASSISTANCE AND RELIEF TO PERSONS WHO ARE OR HAVE BEEN IN THE EMPLOYMENT OF THE COMPANY
The Litton Cheney Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareRequest for grants are considered from residents of Litton Cheney only.1. School leavers going to university, apprenticeships or first full time employment.2. Elderly on limited income towards cost of heating etc.3. Those needing financial help resulting from sudden illness or bereavement etc.4. Other Litton Cheney charities eg. School, Church and Community Associations.
Bangladesh Association (bristol,bath And West)
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingTo provide advice and information on welfare benefits, immigration, housing, education, employment, training, debts, health, finance, nationality, businesspassport and other areas as necessary. Also to provide advocacy for clients.To organise community events such as Independence Day, Eid Celebrations, International Mother Tongue Celebrations.
Crakehall Village Hall
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureSport/recreationEconomic/Community development/Employment
Charity Of William Dilks
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationWe give small grants to individuals (school leavers) towards their further education and employment.
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.