Economic and community development Charities
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Seale-Hayne Educational Trust
Economic and community development, Education, ResearchThe activities of the Trust are governed by the Subject, to include the art, science and technology of agriculture, food and land use and of disciplines supporting agriculture, food and land use or such other arts, sciences and branches of technology as the Trustees may determine.
Lincolnshire Proficiency Test Committee
Economic and community development, LeisureThe object of LPTC shall be advancement of education and training by means of collaboration with City & Guilds Land Based Services in the administration and provision of certificates of competence in practical agriculture, horticulture and forestry.
Alconbury Community Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationTo provide opportunities for the development and education of (2 ? years? 4 years) aged children within the local rural area.Offering appropriate play, education and care facilities and ensuringopportunities for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, meansor ability
Yorkshire Proficiency Test Committee
Economic and community development, LeisureYPTC continues to act as a assessment centre for NPTC. We provide a wide range of landbased assessments both economically and efficiently. We deliver approximately 3000 test per annum.
New Green Community Trust
Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureFor the benefit of the inhabitants of Thurston without distinction of age, sex or political, religious or other opinions by the provision of facilities for recreation and leisure-time activities. In particular the provision of an open space and a community centre. Provision of entertainment with music and dance.
The Oxfordshire County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Economic and community development, LeisureTo advance the education of young members of the public at large in agriculture, homecrafts, country life and related subjects. Also in the interests of the social welfare of such members to provide, and promote the provisions of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupations, being facilities which will assist in their development.
Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Health, Saving of livesWe are a group of 45 unpaid volunteers who provide search and rescue services to people and animals who find themselves in difficulty, mainly in the countryside. We are available all day every day, whatever the weather. An Operational Support Group aid the Search and Rescue members. We depend on donations and fundraising. We assist both the Police and the Ambulance Service and other services.
The Swindon U3a
Economic and community development, EducationVarious groups are run for the educational, social and wellbeing of the mature person and other persons eligible for membership due to no longer being in full employment.
Bangladesh Youth Movement
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisureour clients come from a broad group of indivuals from the local community including young people, elderly people, people with disabilies people providing social welfare through advice and information service with clients and also one to one interaction with clients, through eduacation,training,job club arts and crafts youth provision including sports, lesiure, indoor and outdoor activities.
National Traction Engine Trust
Arts, Economic and community development, HeritageTo encourage and promote public interest in the preservation of historical steam powered road vehicles, fairground and agricultural equipment and to promote safe operation, maintenance, repair and exhibition of such equipment by organising training programmes, publication of books and codes of practice and by supporting skills development programmes for youngsters and adults.
Brandon Carrside Youth And Community Project
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentBrandon Carrside Youth and Community Project aims to offer a safe and stimulating environment where children and young people can develop skills, create positive outcomes and take an active role in the community in which they live and where appropriate accredit this using National Awards. BCYCP also offers community activities for the whole family thus building cohesion between the generations.
Eye And Dunsden Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureProvision of village hall for local community activities including the Parish Council, various exercise classes, private hires for family parties, weddings, wakes and other leisure activities.
Hastings Area Community Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentThe provision of accommodation for charities and other organisations and providing an administration service to other grant making bodies. Also making Grants to individuals in line with the Charity's objects.
Yorkshire Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareyouth organisation for people aged 10-26 years. Clubs arrange a weekly programme of events for their members including talks, visits and social activities. As well as weekly meetings members can also participate in sports, drama, quizzes, public speaking, community and conservation projects. Membership is open to anyone, whether they have an agricultural background or not
Derbyshire Landskills
Economic and community development, Education, Leisure1) To promote the advancement of training for the land based employment within Derbyshire and surrounding geographical area.2) To support other organisations in maintaining standards related to the awards. 3) Facilitate the recruitment and training of verifiers for awards related to land based work.4) Liaise with other training & education providers to enhance opportunities.
Essex Agricultural Society
Economic and community development, EducationThe Essex Agricultural Society aims to raise the profile of the food and farming industry to the general public and to act as a route for communication between the Society, its members, the farming and non-farming communities and schools.
Blackfriars Overseas Aid Trust
Economic and community development, Social welfareBOAT (Blackfriars Overseas Aid Trust) provides support for the charitable activities of organisations and societies in the relief of poverty and the advancement of education.
The Whittlesey Charity
Economic and community development, ReligionWe have four funds. Relief in need, education, public purposes & church. They are self explanitory, except that the church fund is a share of our net income. Our area of benefit is limited to the urban & rural districts of Whittlesey. Applications from outside our district will perhaps not receive a reply.
The Council For Awards Of Royal Agricultural Societies
Economic and community developmentExists to recognise outstanding contributions to agricultural and rural progress within the UK and to make awards accordingly of associateship and fellowship, duly assessed by peer review.
Nunthorpe And Marton Playing Fields Association
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareWe provide and maintain community sports and recreation facilities for people of all ages in Nunthorpe, Marton and Ormesby. Through football, cricket, racket sports, running, quoits, volunteering and community activities, we promote health, wellbeing, social inclusion and active lifestyles while preserving open space for public benefit
Corn Exchange Benevolent Society
Economic and community development, Social welfareHelps present/past employees, dependants, of grain/related trades, agricultural merchants, feed compounders, flour millers, seed processors and others. Help is to people of all ages, is usually financial, in form of grants or help with utility and other bills.
Copperdale Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Housing, Social welfareCopperdale provides a home for homeless young people aged between 15 - 24, providing 24 hour a day support and aims to empower marginalised young people to gain better life chances. An additional project, The United Estates of Wythenshawe, provides an alternative community centre which is open to all ages including young people who are at risk of becoming involved in gangs and poor life choices.
Life Destiny Church Trust
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionWe are a Christian church based in Harrogate and meeting Sunday mornings, 10am at 93 High Street, Starbeck, HG2 7LH. We operate various activities including Sunbeams (mother and toddler group), Extend (for the over 60's), CAP Release (for those with life controlling dependencies), CAP Life Skills (helping those on low income), CAP Job Club (for unemployed), children & youth work.
The Lancashire County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentLancashire Young Farmers is a democratic youth organisation with 15 clubs around Lancashire. Our aim is to provide opportunities for young people to learn new skills and develop existing ones, through self governance and a comprehensive programme of competitions and activities.
Lytham St Annes Civic Society
Arts, Economic and community development, HeritageTo promote & encourage in the Lytham St. Annes area by meetings, exhibitions, lectures, publications & promotions of a charitable nature:-+? A careful watch on the town's development-+? Focus public attention on the importance of enlightened town planning & imaginative design-+? Stimulate interest in & consideration of the preservation of features of historical interest & beauty in the town.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,410 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?
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 economic and community development charities?
Economic and community development charities reported a combined annual income of £3.8bn 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 87.0%. 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 £1.5m. 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.