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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Dereham And District Young Farmers Club
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentA group of youths who get together once a week and organise a varied programme including fundraising activities for various charities
Beechwood Hall And Rural Park
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, LeisureDeveloping and efficiently managing the hall and grounds for the benefit of residents of Hamsey parish, with particular emphasis on meeting the needs of children, young people, older and more vulnerable people. Initiating and responding to ideas which practically support social, arts, cultural and physical activities. Promoting the use of sustainable and renewable energy and materials.
Ffederasiwn Sefydliad Y Merched - Ceredigion Federation Of Women's Institutes
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentEducational and social activites for rural women
Good Gardeners International
Economic and community development, Education, EnvironmentEstablishing Food Security. Growing food for nutrition to prevent malnutrition and improve mental and physical health by promoting effective waste management systems. Installing DRY sanitation systems to prevent ground water pollution and the spread of disease. Train awareness to generate self sufficient communities, schools and villages thus avoiding Government and charitable handouts for food.
Falmouth And District Young Farmers Club
Arts, Economic and community development, Housing, LeisureA) TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC IN AGRICULTURE, HOME CRAFTS, COUNTRY LIFE AND RELATED SUBJECTS. AND B) IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE TO PROVIDE AND PROMOTE THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RECREATION AND LEISURE.
The Rufforth Institute
Associations, Economic and community developmentProvides facilities for community activities in the parish of Rufforth with Knapton.
Hove Edge Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentWe offer children between 6 and 14 from the community of Hove Edge the opportunity to reach their full potential. Scouts develop skills including teamwork, time management, leadership, initiative, planning, communication, self-motivation, cultural awareness and commitment. We help young people to get jobs, save lives and even change the world.
Addingham Civic Society
Arts, Economic and community development, Leisure, SocietyThe Society initiates and supports Village projects relating to Heritage, Environment and Community. It also comments on planning issues, publishes books of local interest, holds 11 meetings each year for education or entertainment & publishes monthly newsletters. It awards grants for projects that will benefit the Village and presents Civic Pride Awards each year to individuals and groups.
The Herbert Lane Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentTo encourage high standards of town and country planning and architecture. To stimulate public interest in the beauty & character of historic towns and villages. To unite local Amenity Societies and Parish & Town Councils in an effort to secure the features of historic and public interest. To advance the education of the public in the better understanding of social & economic changes.
Llanmadoc And Cheriton Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Social welfareFacilitates and supports the use of premises known as Llanmadoc and Cheriton Village Hall for community activities. These activities include art, drama, senior citizens club, "Lets Be Healthy" lifestyle promotion/advice, village social events.
Trust Property Held In Connection With Bryn Baptist Church
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Religion, Social welfareThe advancement of the Christian Gospel of salvation by the grace of God through Christ Jesus through its proclamation.Also, the advancement of education by teaching; the relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability and financial hardship and the advancement of community development.
North Walsham Young Farmers' Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentGroup of young people who have a varied programme of events and meet once a week
Varteg Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareTo supply leisure activities and social support within our area of benefit. We provide a Community space for low cost hire, host free Community events and entertainment in a semi rural area. Our aim is to reduce social isolation for all age groups, ensure the maintenance of a Community hub and to act as a link between other statutory organisations, our members and the wider Community.
Sennen Community Association
Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureSupport and promote community activities for all age groups, especially sporting activities in the Community Centre
Stowmarket And District Young Farmers' Club
Economic and community developmentYoung Farmers Club
The South Warwickshire Welfare Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, HousingMakes grants for sick, convalescent, disabled, handicapped or infirm to persons in need living in Warwick district or Southam rural area, by paying for items, services or facilities not available from others, including holidays, cooker, carpet, white goods, home aids etc or a contribution. Applications in a special form must be supported by an authorised agency ie Social Services, Health Authority
The Nedging With Naughton Village Hall And Community Council
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesNedging with Naughton Village Hall provides a location for community activities in these rural villages.
1st Houghton (st Michaels) Scout Group
Associations, Economic and community development, EducationEducation/TrainingSport/recreationEnvironment/Conservation/HeritageEconomic/Community development/Employment
Stockton-On-Tees U3a
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education1. To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of middle aged and older people who are not in full time gainful employment in Stockton-on-Tees and its surrounding locality.
Fleggburgh Village Hall And Playing Field
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesTo be the focal point of all local community activities in the village of Fleggburgh
The Hertfordshire County Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareWe are a rural youth organisation in the county of Hertfordshire. We aim to promote social & personal development of young people between the ages of 10-28 years, by offering a wide range of training and activities including skills for life, travel, sport, floral arranging, curve modules, socialising and many more. We also hold various fund raising events to raise money for local charities.
English Bicknor Village Hall
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesTo provide facilities for community activities for the residents of English Bicknor and surrounding areas.
Bromsgrove And District Young Farmers Club
Economic and community developmentProviding activities of various nature to people 10-26 years.
Crown Of Thorns
Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Health, HousingPromotion of the holy rosary as a means to bring peace and personal comfort to suffering people. Correspondence maintained supporting prisoners, the sick, the fearful. Shipments of donated aid and church items to assist diocesan schools and hospitals in the third world. Support of local homeless has increased to help with increased numbers.
Philip Metcalfe's Almshouses
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, HousingProvides, in a rural location, accommodation for needy older people with connexions to Hawstead, or surrounding parishes in Suffolk
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.