Economic and community development Charities

For over thirty years we have acted as a watchdog on all developments in the town. Our principal task is to monitor proposals which might impact on the historic core and traditions of Howden. We aim to stimulate public interest, promote high standards of planning and architecture and secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest.

General Charitable purposes including missionary and Educational / training.The congregation is also involved in Nursing and Medical care, overseas aid, relief of poverty as well as religious activities.

The Project was set up in 1981 by local people for local people to provide community facilities for disadvantaged groups living in the Calder Valley, Luddendenfoot and Todmorden of Calderdale. In addition to developing a number of local community initiatives and not-for-profit social enterprises, the Ground Floor project runs the Salem Community Resource Centre, housing 28 community groups.

Education and development of young people through a variety of activities and competitions including public speaking, stock judging, cookery and sports. 10 clubs across the county organise their own weekly meeting. Emphasis on social, fundraising and travel opportunities too.

The Adnams Community Trust supports good causes within 25 miles of Southwold. Grants range from £100 to £2,500. National charities may apply providing the grant is for use exclusively within the Adnams Community Trust catchment area. Grants are made under the headings of Health & Social Welfare, Education, Recreation, The Arts, Buildings/Community Facilities, History, Environment/Conservation.

TO PRESERVE AND IMPROVE NATURAL AMENITIES, HISTORICAL FEATURES AND FEATURES OF ECOLOGICAL INTEREST IN NORTH DEVON...AND TO PROMOTE AND FACILITATE PUBLIC ENJOYMENT OF THESE AMENITIES...AND TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THESE AMENITIES.

Fundraising and publicity for projects of members of the World Subud Association, which relieve poverty and sickness, advance education and promote environmental sustainability or any other social and humanitarian development anywhere in the world.

Young Farmers are people aged 10-26 who meet in rural areas. We raise money for local charities, we meet on a weekly basis and cover a wide range of activities including sports, public speaking and socialising.

Save a Child contributes to the maintenance and education of deprived children in India through one-to-one sponsorship at several well established homes in Delhi, Kolkata and rural West Bengal. SaC also sponsors students who have left the home and are pursuing further education. SaC's children come from a variety of backgrounds-all need a second, better chance in life.

The Charity's main aim is to provide summer holidays and activities for underprivileged children in the countryside at their premises in Oxfordshire. The children are taken on outings to various locations and also are given the opportunity to take part in sports and outdoor leisure activities such as swimming an playing tennis.

The United Kingdom Falkland Islands Trust is dedicated to the assistance of the Falkland Islands and their population by conducting beneficial programmes of research and advice on agriculture, forestry, rural development and civic issues not normally funded by Government. For this the Trust uses the specialist skills and contacts of its UK based consultant and the dedication of its Trustees.

To help those less fortunate to engage in education and training with a view to building confidence, becoming qualified and gaining experience to improve employment chances and prospects.

Education and development of young people through a variety of activities and competitions including public speaking, stock judging, cookery and sports. 10 clubs across the county organise their own weekly meeting. Emphasis on social, fundraising and travel opportunities too.

Brighton and Hove U3A is one of 1100 u3a around the country that are designed to promote self learning. It provides a wide range of social and educational group activities during the day for those not in full time employment.

It is a self help group for people no longer in full time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities. It draws upon knowledge, experience and skills of our own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with wishes of the membership

To aid Bethany Village in India to become self sufficient through training and financial support and aiding members of the community in various job vocations.

A range of community activities and groups aiming to increase the health and well-being of the inhabitants of Hemsworth and surrounding area, including:Worship / prayer meetingsLuncheon ClubCafeArt classesComputer classesHealth support (Pulmonary)Youth activitiesPre-school playgroup

Christian Teaching, Renewal and Healing Centre, Day Facilities, Church Retreats, Elders' Retreats, Leaders' Weekends and Midweek Breaks.Discipleship: Teaching, Training Equipping and Releasing the Saints

U3A Leeds is devoted to lifelong learning, providing opportunities for those in the Leeds area no longer in full time employment to share skills and interests by learning together.We hold fortnightly general meetings, usually with a speaker, and have special interest groups where members can share their knowledge, skills, and experiences.

Provides travelling fellowships to support international educational exchanges by scientists involved in grassland-related research and allied agricultural science. Supports grassland-related education through sponsoring seminars and occasional speakers at conferences.

Care for Guildford is a "good neighbour" scheme offering practical help to anyone in need living in the old borough of Guildford through volunteers who provide transport, shopping and odd jobs in the home.

The West India Committee exists as a venerable UK charity whose object is to promote the interests of agriculture, manufacturing industries and trade of the West Indies, Belize and Guyana and thus increase the general welfare of those territories [and their people globally] [delivering] through education, training, acting as an advocate, adviser and where necessary, as an umbrella organisation.

Hire of rooms to community groups or individuals, facilities for research through our computers and hard copy archives, open days and events, exhibitons, Victorian Schooldays, Museum of local industry. Currently undertaking major regeneration of building to provide even better services. Building work is almost complete (May 2019).

The Otford Society is an Amenities Charity specialising in strengthening community ties, preserving the rural and historic character of Otford and improving the quality of Otford Villaeg Life by providing funding to improve village amenities. We raise funds through membership subscription, donations and by running community events and fund raising activities.

Educational grants to (a) voluntary aided schools and (b) any such school in the area of benefit; (c) individuals under 25 years who are resident, attend college or further education, or are employed in the area of benefit and are in need of financial assistance for educational or preparation for entry into employment purposes. Grants are not available towards private school fees.