Economic and community development Charities
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Long Preston Water Trust
Economic and community developmentSUPPLIES THE TOWNSHIP OF LONG PRESTON WITH A WATER SUPPLY (AT THE DISCRETION OF THE TRUSTEES). RATES AND TOLLS RECEIVED TO BE APPLIED FOR (A) COSTS AND CHARGES IN RELATION TO ABOVE; AND (B) ANY RESIDUE REMAINING TO BE APPLIED AS TRUSTEES THINK FIT FOR BENEFIT OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LONG PRESTON
The Berkshire County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, HousingTO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC AT LARGE IN AGRICULTURE, HOME CRAFTS, COUNTRY LIFE AND RELATED SUBJECTS.OUR MISSION STATEMENT; "TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO HAVE FUN, IMPROVE THEIR PERSONAL SKILLS AND GAIN A SENSE OF ACHIEVEMENT".
Kings Stanley Village Hall
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesProvides buildings and facilities for community activities
The Sheepdrove Trust
Economic and community development, EnvironmentThe trust supports initiatives which increase sustainability, biodiversity and organic farming, for example research into organic seed production and nutrition. The trust also supports specific work in educational research and spiritual care for the living and the dying.
The Donald Mackay Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe charity supports the work of churches in the UK and East Africa, including the Training for Life programme for young people in Tanzania. It also assist with the university education of Tanzanians whon cannot afford it. It supports job creation through Equity for Africa. Various other donations are made to UK and international charities.
The Yeovil Agricultural Society
Economic and community developmentThe provision of facilities and funding for the Society's objectives particularly agricultural education
Sharpness Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationSharpness Playgroup providing learning/care for preschool children from age 2. We operate in a small rural area in the Primary school grounds with close links with the school so children can prepare for and have a smooth transition into school.
Birtley Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationThe Centre provides various activites and services in response to identified need within the local community which has been classed as in the top 10% of neighbourhoods suffering deprivation in Employment ,Health Educational standards With other areas of Birtley classed as within top 20% . Activites directed at Nursery provision, Young People and work with family groups. Work with Adults
Walsall Black Sisters Collective
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Leisure, Social welfareEDUCATION/TRAINING FOR THE YOUNG AND OLD.ELDERLY & MENTAL HEALTH PROVISIONS PROVIDED.MEDICAL/HEALTH/SICKNESS FOR ALL.RELIEF OF POVERTY.ARTS/CULTURE.SPORTS & RECREATION.ECONOMIC/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/EMPLOYMENT
Chads
Economic and community development, LeisureMaking nature available for the less able.
George Watson Memorial Hall
Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, Social welfareContinued to let Hall for social events, dancing classes, etc, which realised ?12,095. Expenditure amounted to ?49,458. Main areas of expenditure were improvements to the Hall, electricity and gas.
Horsted Keynes Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationThe charity is a pre-school which operates in the small rural Sussex village of Horsted Keynes. We offer affordable childcare weekday mornings and three afternoons for children in the age range 2 to 5 years. Our objectives are to enhance the development of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents to understand and provide for the needs of their children through community groups.
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team
Economic and community development, Saving of livesTWSMRT operates 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. We provide a mountain, search and rescue service for the whole of County Durham, from the high fells in the west to the coastal communities of the North Sea. The Team responds to requests by the Police to a range of incident types, from injured or lost people in the hills to vulnerable missing people in urban settings.
Stonesfield Community Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, HousingContinued to provide affordable housing to the residents of Stonesfield. Also makes grants to assist with all levels of education.
Kent Enterprise Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareFounded in 1983 Kent Enterprise Trust continues its mission in support of the disadvantaged and vulnerable in East Kent. We work to increase peoples' skills, counter social isolation and move people into or nearer to employment or starting their own business. From our purpose built conference and training centre we deliver a wide range of free training courses supported by multiple funders.
Dalston Agricultural Society
Economic and community developmentThe main object of the charity is to promote the advancement of agriculture for the benefit of the public by providing the show field for Dalston Show (CIO and linked charity) to hold an annual show at Dalston.
International Relief Friendship Foundation
Economic and community development, Social welfareIRFF - UK works to eradicate the causes and effects of poverty and associated problems around the world, especially in Africa, Asia, SE Asia and Europe. We are part of an effective international network which includes the other 80+ national IRFF Chapters, and many other affiliated organisations and associations.
Kennford Playbox
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community developmentKennford Playbox is a rural preschool on the outskirts of Exeter. Operating from a purpose built facility, the preschool creates a happy, safe, supportive and stimulating environment for all 2-4 year olds that attend. Inspected by Ofsted in 2019 and rated overall as 'Outstanding' in the welfare, behaviour and development of its children.
Bedfordshire County Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyCo-ordinates and supports activities of Women's Institutes in Bedfordshire. The Women's Institutes undertake activities to enable women interested in issues associated with rural life to improve their education in citizenship, public questions, music culture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare and to improve rural life.
Magic Box Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationMagic Box is a rural Pre School for children aged 2.5 years to 5 years.
The Stonehouse Playspace Association
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationThe provision of child care, play, creative and youth activities for children, young people and families from the inner city wards of the City of Plymouth.
Lincolnshire South Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Research, SocietyTHE MAIN PURPOSES OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ORGANISATION ARE TO ENABLE WOMEN WHO ARE INTERESTED IN ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH RURAL LIFE, INCLUDING ARTS, CRAFTS AND SCIENCES TO IMPROVE AND DEVELOP CONDITIONS OF RURAL LIFE, TO ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATION IN CITIZENSHIP, IN PUBLIC QUESTIONS BOTH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL, IN MUSIC, DRAMA AND OTHER CULTURAL SUBJECTS AND IN ALL BRANCHES OF AGRICULTURE ETC.
Elmley Lovett Church, School And Community Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareBenefit and support the school at Cutnall Green, the maintenance and support of the Parish Church of Elmley Lovett and the poor of that Parish.
British Friends Of Ramoth Jerusalem
Associations, Economic and community development, Social welfareGeneral charitable purposes Relief of Poverty - Overseas Aid - Advancement of religion
Kingswood Pre-School Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationUnder 5's Pre-School, based in the rural village of Kingswood, near Maidstone, Kent.
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.