Economic and community development Charities
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Economic and community development, Social welfareSince 2002, iF Charity has been working with its partners to support Palestinians through a variety of relief and development programmes. The charity aims to further empower the people of Gaza in their efforts to build strong and resilient communities through poverty relief, education, community development and medical aid.
Rotherham United Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureThe Charity provides opportunities for children and young people of all abilities to engage in football and other sporting activities by providing activities and venues within Rotherham and its surrounding areas for children and young people to play sport and to benefit from qualified football coaching.
Unity Works Social Enterprises
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationSupporting people with a learning disability to gain skills, achieve qualifications, secure and sustain jobs and be part of their community. Working with employers to achieve a more inclusive workforce, increase employment opportunities for people with a learning disability. Running social enterprises to create work and training opportunities for people with a learning disability.
Groundwork North Wales
Economic and community developmentGroundwork works in partnership with the private, public and voluntary sectors, to enable people to change their own lives for the better, by engaging them in physical environmental activities and helping them to gain green skills and jobs.
Tall Stories Theatre Company Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationTo advance education for public benefit through theatre productions. A number of imaginative productions are put on each year coupled with educational programmes related to the shows. Aimed at children but for adults as well. Tour in a number of places including commuity and rural venues and schools
Groundwork South And North Tyneside Limited
Economic and community development, Education, SocietyWorking with communities to build stronger neighbourhoods.Working to realise the potential of young peopleThrough education, promoting learning, citizenship and sustainabilityWorking to reconnect people and placesWorking to provide training for employment and stimulating enterpriseWorking to help businesses succeed
White Rose
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentWhite Rose is a charity working towards the prevention of genocide and mass atrocities. By generating income through social enterprises and fundraising, we enable Aegis Trust and organisations and projects that partner with Aegis, to undertake genocide prevention work in five areas: peace and humanity education, trauma healing, care for survivors, advocacy and the preservation of memory.
Lincolnshire Agricultural Society
Economic and community development, EnvironmentHold an annual Agricultural Show. Raise awareness and activate and respond to climate change amongst the whole community through the Epic project. Develop and maintain links with the educational sector to encourage participation and increased knowledge within the community, develop and maintain links with regional food producers, develop and maintain links within the community.
Blackpool Fc Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureTHE BLACKPOOL F.C. COMMUNITY TRUST OBJECTS ARE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC GENERALLY AND, IN PARTICULAR, THE INHABITANTS OF BLACKPOOL AND ITS SURROUNDING AREAS:- COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN HEALTHY RECREATION AND IMPROVING HEALTH- PROVIDING FACILITIES FOR SPORTS AND RECREATION- ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Action Tutoring
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationAction Tutoring provides subsidised tuition to pupils facing disadvantage through partnerships with schools, using trained volunteer tutors, aiming to ensure pupils are equipped in English and maths to be able to progress to further education, employment or training. The charity operates nationally across England.
Trinity Community Arts
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationProjects to engage the local community, widen participation and increase community cohesion Training courses to improve skills and employability, targeting young people not in education, employment or trainingFacilities provision for grassroots community groups to increase service provision in the local areaLive music, theatre and dance activities as a Key Arts Provider for Bristol
Harpenden Mencap
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social care, Social welfareHarpenden Mencap was first formed in 1959 as a parental support group. The organisation has expanded over the years and now provides services for adults with learning disabilities including residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, employment support and social activities.
Devon County Agricultural Association
Economic and community developmentThe objects of the Association are the advancement of agriculture in the County of Devon and the encouragement of education and knowledge of agriculture and country pursuits. These objects are particularly fostered by the promotion of the annual Devon County Show.
Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind LTD
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Health, Leisure, Social welfareSwindon & Gloucestershire Mind provides a Community & Wellbeing programme consisting of; One to one advice, Counselling & Wellbeing Coordination. Activity & social inclusion in the community including Sport, Walking, Connect & Meet, Creative classes& Football. Mental Health Training, Schools programme, Employment Services Support & Swindon Mindful Employers Network & evening Calming cafe model.
Cornwall Food Foundation
Economic and community development, Education**IN LIQUIDATION**TO INSPIRE PEOPLE IN CORNWALL THROUGH FOOD & ENABLE THOSE IN GREATEST NEED TO ACHIEVE MEANINGFUL, SUSTAINED CHANGE THROUGH TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT & BETTER LIFE OPPORTUNITIES WHILE ADDING REAL VALUE TO THE LOCAL ECONOMY. WE RUN PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN OUR SUBSIDIARY RESTAURANT FIFTEEN CORNWALL, DEVELOP COMMUNITY TRAINING IN OTHER SETTINGS AND HELP DEVELOP THE LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM.
University Of Hertfordshire Students' Union
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureThe Charity provides representational services, advice, support and services to students of the University of Hertfordshire. The charity provides a range of charitable services relating to social facilities, access to employment and volunteering opportunities as well as providing opportunities to participate in a range of cultural, sporting and other activities.
Lawes Agricultural Trust
Economic and community development, ResearchThe promotion of original investigation and research for the advancement of the science of agriculture
Landau Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationLandau is a supported employment and work related training organisation providing one to one support for people with learning disabilities.
The Mayor's Fund For London
Economic and community development, EducationThe Mayor's Fund for London is a non-politically aligned, independent charity which champions opportunities for young Londoners from low-income backgrounds. We deliver impactful programmes which help to safeguard and transform the life chances of young Londoners by supporting them with access to food, wellbeing, education and employment opportunities. The Mayor of London is our Patron.
Opportunity Green
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Environment, SocietyOpportunity Green is an NGO working to unlock the opportunities from tackling climate change using law, economics and policy. Opportunity Green helps countries, civil society and business access the solutions that reduce emissions and bring enormous opportunities for economic development, improved health and increased democracy.
Staffordshire Students' Union
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, LeisureStaffordshire Students' Union is the representative body for its students. A focus of its work is the provision of a range of services aimed at improving academic, social, cultural and sporting experiences, building a sense of community and belonging to the University and wider community. It provides advice and guidance on academic, financial, employment, housing and welfare issues.
Chichester Community Development Trust
Economic and community developmentTo create a thriving and sustainable community for the benefit of all who live, work and study in the area. The aims are to:i) Facilitate the creation of a strong and vibrant communityii) Encourage a low carbon lifestyle amongst residentsiii) Promote and support training, education & economic development activityiv) Own, maintain and effectively manage endowed community land and buildings
East London Advanced Technology Training
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTraining, Education and Employment Support for disadvantaged adults and young people, in particular the long-term unemployed, refugee and migrant women, and young people not in employment, education or training. Services include vocational training, English language and basic skills, advice and guidance, welfare support and volunteering and work experience programmes.
Spring North Ltd.
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationCommunity capacity buildingPromote social inclusionAdvancement of healthAdvice and Activities by(i) advancing in life and helping people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals,(ii) advancing education,(iii) relieving unemployment;(e) Assistance for Voluntary Organisations
Midstream (west Lancs) LTD
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe activity of the Charity is to provide employment opportunities and to promote the advancement of education in particular, amongst young people and adults with learning difficulties, physical disabilities or other special need. By the provision of such training facilities the company will enable such persons to acquire and develop vocational skills which will enhance their employment prospects
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 8,677 registered 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 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 and community development charities?
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 and community development charities?
Across all 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 and community development charities?
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.