Economic and community development Charities
Discover 2,554 Economic and community development charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Leigh Miners Welfare Institute
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, ProfessionsWelfare Club hosting community activities such as Bingo, Bowling, U3A. A wide range of Community groups use our facilities such as Special Guardians, JIGSAW, British Heart Foundation and we hire function rooms out for Keep Fit, Parties, Meetings etc. We have a Rugby Section, Bowling Section, Darts & Doms and an Entertainment section for our members.
Employment Support And Retraining Agency LTD
Economic and community development, Education, HealthESRA is a leader in the field of providing local specialist employment related services to our clients (people with mental health problems) and employers. Our services are available to clients who are looking to return to or retain work and also employers who need advice and support in recruiting or retaining valuable staff (who have mental health problems).
Lincolnshire Rural Activities Centre
Animals, Economic and community developmentTo organise and incorporate equestrian facilities for all abilitiesTo establish a rural activities centre for all abilitiesTo create training opportunities in rural education,appreciation,equine management and such other appropriate activitiesTo maintain links with other organisations interested and involved in rural activities/education and disabled riding.
Derbyshire Agricultural And Horticultural Society
Economic and community development, LeisureAnnual County Show
Daughters Of Our Lady Of Providence Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareThe Congregation Charity supports all-age schools for children, and health centres. Also, it participates in running social welfare and religious projects. Globally and throughout England and Wales the Trust works mostly in deprived or rural areas.
True Vine Church Trust
Economic and community development, Religion, Social welfareA RESORCE CHURCH INVOLVED IN TRAINING CHURCH LEADERS, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HUMANITARIAN ACTIVITIES IN AID OF THE POOR
Rural Missions
Economic and community development, ReligionTo advance the Christian faith in the United Kingdom and throughout the world by such means being charitable as the Society may determine.
The Astor Foundation
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureThe primary object of the Foundation is medical research in its widest sense with preference given to assistance with launching/initial stages of new projects and filling in shortfalls. Also supported are children & youth groups, disabled, countryside, arts, sport, carers groups and animal welfare. Grants are generally between £500 and £2500, to UK registered charities, not available for salaries.
The Barnabas Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, EducationThe objects of the charity are to provide benefits to persons in necessitous circumstances who are not in paid employment and who are, or have been engaged in fulltime Christian work and for the advancement of the Christian religion.
Shelter Housing Advice And Research Project (leicester)
Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social welfareTo prevent and relieve hardship and distress amongst persons who are (or who have been) homeless; living in adverse housing conditions; unemployed; and/or experiencing social exclusion and to provide to such persons support appropriate to their needs.
Gorham's Gift
Economic and community development, Health, Leisure, Religion, Social welfareINCOME IS APPLIED FOR PRESERVATION OF THE RURAL CHARACTER OF TELSCOMBE SO THAT THE INHABITANTS OF TELSCOMBE, PIDDINGHOE & BRIGHTON MAY HAVE ACCESS TO PEACEFUL RECREATION & MEDITATION, THE AUGMENTATION OF THE STIPEND OF THE INCUMBENT OF TELSCOMBE, THE UPKEEP OF THE CHURCH AND YARD, THE GENERAL CHARITABLE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS, AND THE RELIEF OF DESERVING POOR PERSONS RESIDING IN THE VILLAGE.
Emley Show Society
Economic and community developmentThe principal activity of the Society is the organisation of an annual agricultural show.
Stepping Stone Pre-School Knebworth
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationA rural Pre-school and nursery providing Early Years Foundation Stage Education for children 2 1/2 years to school age who live in Knebworth Parish and the surrounding area. Our income from the LEA is topped up by the payment of fees for those children not in receipt of LEA funding and the overall shortfall in funding is supplemented by fundraising events organised by the Management Committee.
Burnley Civic Trust
Economic and community development, HeritageThe Committee meets every 4 weeks (approx) with a planning group discussion and comment forum. There are reports on our local historical heritage buildings, future Civic Trust activities, Trees for Burnley, further additions to our Blue Plaque scheme and awards to outstanding developments and renovations to which our attention is drawn - both by the members and the public. Also Bcthic.org website
Christian African Relief Trust
Economic and community development, EducationThe Christian Africa Relief Trust is a charity which provides goods to the people of Africa, free of charge, in order to make a positive difference to their lives. The goods are distributed regardless of caste or creed. We also sponsor and encourage self-help and developmental projects in education, medicine, agriculture and vocational training.
All Nations For Christ Christian Fellowship
Arts, Economic and community developmentFor the advancement of the Christian Religion. Meeting the needs of local and third world Communities. Providing Community projects for both young and old. Educating young peple in performing arts, drama and music.
Brent District Scout Council
Economic and community development, Education, LeisureEducation/trainingAmateur SportEconomic/Community Development/Employment
Lincolnshire County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Economic and community developmentTO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC AT LARGE IN AGRICULTURE, HOMECRAFTS, COUNTRY LIFE AND RELATED SUBJECTS
Forest Bears Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationSemi rural community setting; providing education, development and learning for pre-school children aged 2 to 5 years, in a safe and stimulating environment.
2nd Leyland Scout Group
Associations, Economic and community developmentCommunity activities
Jesus Hospital
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Housing, Social welfareThe object of the charity is to provide almshouses for poor men, not less than sixty years of age and of good character who are resident in the County of Northamptonshire and preferably in the Urban district of Rothwell, at the time of appointment. A total of ten almshouses are available to meet this object.
Adelphi Genetics Forum
Economic and community development, Social welfareLearned Society. Membership organisation. Education. Medical/health/sickness. Relief of poverty. Overseas aid.
Leicestershire County Federation Of Young Farmers Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureTo advance the education of its members in Leicestershire and Rutland in agriculture, homecrafts, country life and related subjects. This is provided by a programme of training, social, educational and recreational activities.
Noor El Islam Mosque
Economic and community development, Education, ReligionEducation/TrainingReligious activitiesSport/recreationEnvironment/Conservation/HeritageEconomic/Community development/Employment
Chorlton Good Neighbours
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Heritage, LeisureChorlton Good Neighbours recruits local volunteers to help support older people in Chorlton , Chorlton Park and Whalley Range. Services include transport , visiting and 1-1 support, small DIY and other practical jobs. The group also runs weekly exercise sessions for over 65's, coffee mornings, singing, history, drama , Art ,positive living and gardening groups as well as regular day trips/parties.
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.