Economic and community development Charities
Discover 2,554 Economic and community development charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
The Christian And Missionary Alliance
Economic and community development, Religion, Saving of livesPromote the Christian Faith in all parts of the world. Supporting church planting in the UK and abroard. Undertaking humanitarian aid within the framework of Chritianity.
The Birmingham Children's Community Venture Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HousingBCCV runs a hostel which is used by schools to enable children and young people to learn about the countryside and to experience living communally.
The Cuckfield Society
Economic and community developmentPRESERVING, IMPROVING AND MAINTAINING THE ESSENTIAL ATMOSPHERE OF THE CUCKFIELD PARISH AND ITS SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE
The Friends Of Urambo And Mwanhala
Associations, Economic and community developmentSupport of development projects in the Tabora Region of Tanzania. Specific projects involve, education, health, agriculture and water supply. The charity does not support individuals except as part of a larger project funded by the charity
The Bangladesh Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HousingWelfare Rights Advice, Hostel Accommodation, Community Education, ICT Project,Multilingual Medical Advice, Women Affairs, Elderly Project, Cultural Activities, Library & Information Services, Community Development/Liaison.
Mollington,backford And District Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesThe Hall provides rooms, equipment, bar/kitchen facilities and space for meetings, parties, theatrical performances and educational activities. It is available to local inhabitants, without any form of discrimination, and also to outside individuals and organisations. The committee sponsors regular community activities. There is associated managed woodland and a substantial parking area.
John Edgar Memorial Trust
Economic and community developmentThe John Edgar Trust aims to enhance leadership and management skills within agriculture and the land-based industries. It is a Hampshire based registered charity dedicated to helping people achieve their potential in rural enterprises. The trust offers, through its management development scheme, a unique management training opportunity to people engaged in farming and land-based industries.
Lindale Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationLindale Pre-School cares for children from 2 - 4 years 11 months we serve a rural area and follow the EYFS guidance for 0 - 5 year olds we are open Monday - Friday 8.45 - 12.45 term time only
Withleigh Young Farmers Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentTHE PROVISION OF POSITIVE ACTIVITIES FOR RURAL YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10 TO 28
Princes Risborough Young Farmers Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareAn organisation for young people who have an interest/connection with farming to attend talks, visits, socialise, sporting activites and competitions.
Bradworthy Young Farmers Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentTHE PROVISION OF POSITIVE ACTIVITIES FOR RURAL YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10 TO 28
The Armenian Community Trust
Economic and community development, HeritageApply income and capital of the Trust Fund for or towards any of the objects of Armenian House Ltd, (Charity no. 305961) as well as to aplly the income of the Trust Fund for the advancement of education and learning and in particular for the advancement of education and learning among Armenians in the United Kingdom and promotion of the study of Armenian history, language, culture and religion.
Sturton By Stow Primary School Fund
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureWe provide Education and Training, Overseas Aid, are involved with the Arts and Culture, Sport and Recreation, children and young people and other charities and voluntary bodies. We make grants to invididuals and act as an umbrella or resource body.
Moorends Miners Welfare And Community Development Centre
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, ProfessionsThe centre provides a wide range of activities and project accessible by members of the local community. It is primarily aimed at the elderly and disabled, children and young people as well as the wider community. This may involve access to day care provision, Education & Training,Healthy Living activities etc The centre works with local groups and organisations to help deliver community project
Rodmersham Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareThe provision of a village hall for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Rodmersham, Kent, for all community activities including education, religion, youth, aged, sport, and social activities and events.
Cymdeithas Gymunedol Y Bala A Phenllyn / Bala & Penllyn Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, Leisure1) Community activities and experiences 2) Provides a base for community groups and activities3) Improves physical, mental, social and emotional welfare for all, enabling all residents to thrive.
The Cumber Family Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, HousingThe charity's beneficial area is in practice worldwide with an emphasis on UK national needs, underdeveloped countries and local needs in Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Areas most supported are health, disability, housing, youth and childrens welfare & education and agricultural development as well as Christian work in all these fields and local environmental projects.
Frecheville Community Centre
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureTo promote and maintain for the benefit of the area a facility where community activities can be held. These include culture and sport activities such as various forms of dancing, drama and pantomime society, keep fit, snooker, pre school toddlers football, Brownies and Rainbows, mother and toddler groups, board games group, parenting sessions etc.
North East London Community Health Care Charity
Economic and community developmentBenefits and facilities for NHS staff and patients of North East London NHS Foundation Trust
The Trust Fund Of The Orthodox Greek Church At Higher Broughton Manchester
Economic and community development, ReligionAdvancing religion and spiritual welfare by supporting religious and spiritual practices.promoting culture awareness and community development and mutual aid.
Kent County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentTo support and promote Kent Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs youth, training and development work with young people across Kent, particularly in rural areas as an umbrella organisation.
Pencombe Under Fives
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community developmentWe are a rural playgroup that provides childcare for under fives.
The County Durham Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Economic and community development, Social welfareEducational activities e.g. public speaking, stock judging, cookery, craft Meeting and social events e.g formal meetings with speakers, inter club eventsQuizzes and competitions.Personal developmentTraining - First Aid, Food Hygiene etc
Foxhole Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesTo provide facilities and possible funding for a complete range of community activities.
Littleton Memorial Hall Trust
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesVillage hall available for community activities.
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.