Economic and community development Charities
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Pontardulais Agricultural And Horticultural Society
Economic and community development, LeisureThe Pontardulais Agricultural and Horticultural Society is based around the running of an annual agricultural and horticultural show. The purpose of the society is for the betterment of agriculture, to encourage the younger generation to become involved in the countryside and to bring the countryside and its way of life to the town for one day of the year.
The Antony Hornby Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationThis charity donates to the following areas; General charitable purposes, education and training, medical, health and sickness, Arts and culture, animals, environment, community development, employment, other charities and voluntary bodies. This charity also makes grants to organisations.
Fry Brothers' Charity
Economic and community development, Housing, LeisureTo provide almshouses accommodation to those in need who are or who have been inhabitants of Portesham and the neighbourhood thereof with a preference for such persons who are retired agriculture or horticultural workers.
Trust Property In Connection With Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Magor
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionReligous services and community activities
Warwickshire County Federation Of Young Farmers Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentVoluntary Rural Youth Organisaion
Great Dunmow And District Young Farmers Club
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, LeisureEducation and development of young people through a variety of activities and competitions including public speaking, stock judging, cookery and sports. 12 clubs across the county organise their own weekly meeting. Emphasis on social, fundraising and travel opportunities too.
The West Wilts U3a
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure(i) To advance the education of the public in West Wilts and its surrounding locality and in particular the education of middle aged and older people who are not in full time gainful employment(ii) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare
Howgill Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareHOWGILL VILLAGE HALL IS USED BY PEOPLE OF ALL AGES WHO LIVE IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA AND BEYOND FOR MANY SOCIAL EVENTS, INCLUDING CHRISTMAS, HARVEST, AND OTHER CELEBRATIONS. IT ALSO HOLDS SPORTS DAYS, CONCERTS, DOMINO DRIVES, WOMENS INSTITUTE, YOUNG FARMERS AND WEEKLY TODDLERS GROUP, AS WELL AS FUND RAISING EVENTS E.G. DUCK RACE, COFFEE EVENINGS AND HIRE OF THE HALL BY OTHER GROUPS
Bere Regis Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureBere Regis Scout Group is a thriving, village-based group serving young people from a number of scattered, mainly rural communities. It has more than 80 young people in membership, evenly split between boys and girls, with 12 adult and 8 young leaders.There is a full range of activities for the Beaver, Cub and Scout sections including sports, camps, trips, and crafts.
Berkshire Scout Enterprises Limited
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationTo establish workshops, projects and schemes for the training and provision of work experience for unemployed or disabled persons.To provide educational and training facilities for unemployed persons resident in the area of benefit. To assist any charitable organisation which is part of the Scouting Movement. To raise funds and to invite and receive contributions from any person/s.
Stoke Hill Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, Housing, LeisureThe Stoke Hill Community Association has its home at - St Katherine's Priory, St Katherine's Road, Exeter, Devon EX4 7JY - Activities run at the centre include - Bingo - Community Cafe - Community Gardening - Craft and Hobby Activities - Open Days - Kenpo Karate - Exeter Model Engineering Society - The Exeter Miniature Railway - 72A Model Railway Club - Whist - and many other community activities.
Palgrave And District Community Centre
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareCommunity activities including Coffee Mornings, Fetes, exhibitions, Musical evenings, Primary school physical education, Bowls groups, Friendship Clubs. Committed to Cut Your Carbon and Enviromental considerations. Various exercise classes including Extend and Line Dancing, Monthly film showings
The University Of The Third Age - Richmond Upon Thames
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure1) To advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames and its surrounding locality. 2) To provide facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare.
The Turks Head Company
Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, HeritageThe historic Turk's Head is fully restored and kept in good condition. A cafe is open 7 days a week and upstairs is workspace. The charity uses the rental income to support community activities in the area.We organise an annual event for the whole community in mid summer and work on the creation of community assets. We plan to restore Wapping's river stairs and build a lido in Shadwell Basin
28th Willesden Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareProviding a community hub within North West London for children and young adults across a wide range of ages with thriving Beaver, Cub, Scout and Pioneer groups. Volunteer lead we aim to give young people access to experiences including camping, hiking, countryside awareness in addition to fostering an environment of friendship, trust, self-confidence and personal skills development.
Newton Abbot And District Young Farmers Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentTHE PROVISION OF POSITIVE ACTIVITIES FOR RURAL YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10 TO 28
The Danby Agricultural Association
Economic and community development, LeisureTo provide entertainment and education to the general public in the form af an agricultural show.
The Plumbers Charity
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentChanging lives for the better by supporting plumbing education & training, promoting the 'craft of plumbing' (including provision of clean water, sanitation, public health and community welfare), and making grants to charities connected with the City of London.
First Blofield And Brundall Sea Scout Group
Armed forces, Associations, Economic and community development, Education1st Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group is a Scout Group with Beaver, Cub & Scout sections. The Group is recognised by the Royal Navy. The group has a partnership agreement with Dreadnought Explorer section.Scouting provides skills for life: for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams.
Dr Richard Solomons' Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentGrant making to small-scale charitable organisations usually with an annual income of under ?500,000 and minimal admin costs. Charities should have a focus on long-term sustainability and integrated community development and are usually based outside the UK. Donations usually around ?3000, ongoing funding is possible once a relationship has been established. Must have UK bank account.
Rotary Club Of Consett Charity Fund
Associations, Economic and community developmentRotary Club of Consett gives donations to organisations, individuals, groups and other charities in the local area. We help all ages for purposes of education, training, medical support and overseas aid.
Bowyer Family Memorial Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentSupporting agriculture into the future
Biggleswade And District Young Farmers' Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentClub for young people between the ages of 10 and 26
The St James The Less Litchfield Community Trust
Economic and community development, ReligionFor the church and the area.
Collingham And District Agricultural Society
Economic and community developmentPromote agriculture and industry in general
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.