Economic and community development Charities
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Superintendent Minister's Trust
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Health, Religion, Saving of livesWe are the UK HQ of the Free Methodist Church with 25 Churches in GB, 5 in NI, 3 affiliates in England,1 in Eire. In 2016 we furthered our religious and charitable work by operationally, financially, and spiritually supporting new and existing churches in the UK, raising funds/volunteers for international childcare, a missionary hospital in Rwanda, other overseas mission and humanitarian relief .
Bucks County Agricultural Association
Economic and community developmentThe principle activity of the company during the year continued to be that of orgainising and holding an annual agricultural show.
The Percy And Lily Reed Williams Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, Housing, Social welfareThe charity tends to support charitable projects either very close to home - mainly in mid-Cornwall where these tend to be of a cultural nature - or in the developing world, where we tend to concentrate on the relief of poverty by supporting small-scale community projects.
Romsey Agricultural And Horse Show Society
Animals, Economic and community developmentTo promote agriculture & allied industries partially through an Agricultural & Horse Show
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Community Trust
Economic and community development, ReligionEducation/training and Religious activities
The Arable Group Limited
Economic and community developmentTAG provides impartial agronomic information and training on a range of crop types, cultivations, spray technology, environmental schemes and agronomic inputs for the benefit of farmers and growers.
The Gujarati Association, Wolverhampton
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Religion, Social careDay centre for elderley and the unemployed,Youth Club, Religious and Cultural programmes,educational and leisure courses,We are a faith-based community organisation that aims to promote, particularly but not exclusively, the general welfare and well-being of the Hindu Gujarati community in Wolverhampton.
St James's House
Economic and community development, HealthSt.James's House provides a range of training and vocational services to people with mental health problems in London
Sikh Resource And Community Development Centre
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, ReligionSRCDC EXISTS TO IMPROVE THE ECONOMIC WELL BEING OF SIKHS AND OTHER LOCAL MINORITY COMMUNITIES IN THE AREA. THE CENTRE OBJECTIVES ARE ACHIEVED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES: EDUCATION, TRAINING, ARTS, SIKH CULTURE & RELIGION, SPORTS, RECREATION, ECONOMIC WELL BEING, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, WORKING WITH OTHER FAITH ORGANISATIONS, HELPING HAND FOR THE ELDERLY PEOPLE AND HEALTH EDUCATIONAL PROJECTS.
Shrublands Youth And Adult Centre Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureTo advance the education of the inhabitants of Gorleston and its neighbourhood and to provide facilities to improve the social welfare, recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants.
The Lionel Abel-Smith Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, HousingMakes grants to individuals and organisations within the parish of Wendover, the Moor Park Estate and the houses to the right of Halton Lane from Moor Park up to Perch Bridge.
Vine Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Social care, Social welfareThe management and operation of Marlow House, a caring community day centre for the elderly, disabled and lonely, including provision of meals and transport. In addition, the trust provides a meals on wheels service for housebound people and a community support programme to encourage independent living.
Peak - Art In The Black Mountains
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentPeak is an arts organisation based in the Welsh Black Mountains. We collaborate with artists, young people and their communities, responding to our rural environment, landscape, language and culture. Together we shape a creative programme that addresses social , environmental and racial justice in the context of South Wales.
Hillingdon Women's Centre
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareHillingdon Womens Centre provides a confidential safe space and support for all women in Hillingdon and surrounding areas. We promote the empowerment of women through friendship, opportunity, practical and emotional support and advice. At HWC, we provide services related to domestic abuse, general wellbeing, unemployment, isolation, as well as legal and benefits advice.
Cultura Trust
Economic and community development, Heritageoperating primarily throughout Yorkshire, Cumbria, the North East of England and Scotland but also nationally as a building preservation trust and an impartial advisory body offering guidance to those interested in the enhancement and protection of the historic environment in both rural and urban areas, providing training and education in traditional building and engineering heritage skills.
Plot Io Community Play Project
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentEDUCATION/TRAININGRELIEF OF POVERTYSPORT/RECREATIONECONOMIC/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/EMPLOYMENTCHILDREN/YOUNG PEOPLEPEOLE WITH DISABILITIESTHE GENERAL PUBLIC/MANKINDPROVIDES HUMAN RESOURCESPROVIDES BUILDINGS/FACILITIES/OPEN SPACEPROVIDES SERVICESPROVIDES ADVOCACY/ADVICE/INFORMATION
Community First In Herefordshire & Worcestershire
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentWe offer information, advice, guidance and technical support to voluntary organisations and community groups. Services include: funding advice; management of grants schemes; contract/programme management; training and support on organisational management; support for collaborative service delivery, rural advocacy, support for community buildings, community oil buying scheme.
Wales Environment Link
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EnvironmentOur mission is for the WEL network to be the primary NGO sector influencer of environmental policy, legislation and practice in Wales, respected for our members expertise and advice and at the centre of government decision making.
Adore Church
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Religion, Social welfareTHE CHARITY PROVIDES A FULL PROGRAM OF WEEKEND SERVICES OPEN TO MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC THAT INCLUDE WORSHIP, TEACHING & TRAINING. ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE INCLUDE REGULAR KIDS CLUB ACTIVITIES, YOUTH ALPHA TRAINING COURSE, ACTIVITY DAYS OUT AND WEEKEND RETREATS. OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE A VARIED PROGRAM OF SOCIAL EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT WORK.
The Kokni Muslim Association, Shafayee Mazhab
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionThe charitable organisation provides religious and educational facilities as well as providing a focal point for the local community by allowing the use of it site for community activities and projects.
Lancelot Hasluck Trust
Economic and community development, HousingThe Charity provides unfurnished dwellings for married couples and single persons aged over 55 who are fit and able to care for themselves, have lived for a significant period in the past 20 years within the area of benefit (London Borough of Barnet with preference given to the pre 1965 Urban Districts of East Barnet, Chipping/High Barnet and Friern Barnet) and can establish housing need.
St Gregorios Indian (malan Kara) Orthodox Church
Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Religion, Saving of lives, Social welfarefor the relief of people in need Kerala,IndiaEducation/TrainingMedical/Health/SicknessDisabilityRelief of Poverty,Famine reliefReligious activities,Sport/recreationEconomic/Community development/Employment
The Nineveh Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, Environment, Leisure1/ The health and welfare and education of the general public. 2/ To promote the study and appreciation of agriculture, horticulture, silviculture, land management, ecology & conservation and preservation of the countryside. 3/ In furtherance of the above to make payments to any person or charitable body whose objects include the above objectives.
The Jack Brunton Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentThe Trust was established primarily for the benefit of the population of rural villages and towns within the boundary of the old North Riding of Yorkshire. Whilst most contributions go to established charities, all good causes will be considered and investigated. Only in extremely rare and special circumstances does the Trust make donations to individuals or charities outside the specified area.
Crewe And Nantwich Gymnastics And Community Activities Centre
Associations, Economic and community development, LeisureWE provide health and fitness facilities for the surrounding neighbourhood of Crewe and Nantwich.Specifically we provide gymnastics training and coaching facilities for all ages and capabilities including disabilities to a nationally approved standard. In addition we focus on adult well-being by providing equipment and training opportunities
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,554 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 £4.0bn 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 87.3%. 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 £1.4m. 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.