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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The Clifton And Lightcliffe Subscription Band Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, EducationTo foster a love and interest in music general and in particular, music for brass bands. to maintain and support the band by raising funds and to give instruction to young people and others of ether sex in all sections of the community including disabled unemployed and ethnic minorities in the playing and manipulation of instruments normally comprised in brass band and orchestras generally.
The University Of The Third Age Norwich
Economic and community development, EducationProvision of study and activity groups for people no longer in/retired from full time employment.
The Wally Foster Community Centre Association LTD
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, FacilitiesFocus on enhancing the opportunities and skills of young adults through Education, especially in Business, Music and Arts, and Personal Development. We target young people who are out of Education or employment, as well as those who are vulnerable to gangs and youth crime, by offering music workshops, courses, activities & mentoring programs, which can lead to employment within those sectors.
Upton Magna Memorial Hall
Economic and community development, FacilitiesThe trustees of Upton Magna Memorial Hall operate the facility for the hire & use by the local rural community.
Dinas Powys Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureEDUCATION AND ENTERTAINMENT OF WOMEN MOSTLY IN A RURAL COMMUNITYTALKS AND DEMONSTRATIONS BOTH CULTURAL AND INFORMATIVE
Wincanton And District Young Farmer's Club
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, Social welfareA Rural Youth movement for young people aged between 10 and 26 Years. YFC gives members the opportunity to gain skills and confidence in areas like, public speaking, sports, culture (dancing, drama, entertainments & pantomime) stockjudging and social events and meetings. YFC is member led with skills such as chairmanship, secretarial, treasurer, programme planning & leadership taught.
Markham Miners' Welfare Scheme
Associations, Economic and community development, ProfessionsThe provision of Welfare Buildings for community activities, for the benefit of the inhabitants of the area of benefit, being Markham and District
Blakesley And Woodend Village Hall
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesVillage hall/community activities.
Mizpah Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Saving of lives, Social welfareThe Trustees make distributions pro-actively and do not respond to enquiries/requests for funding.The purpose of the Trust is to provide grants to other charities/ voluntary bodies and individuals for general charitable purposes and operating in the following areas; the relief of poverty, overseas aid/ famine relief and the promotion of the Christian religion.
Winchcombe Young Farmers' Club
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentAgricultural Youth group
Manor Field Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentManorfield Hall, we are a community-based hall where everyone is welcome. We want to provide activities for all, children, young people, adults and older people. This includes people with a physical or learning disability or those groups who may be underrepresented. We have many community activities available and encourage everyone to join us.
Curdworth Village Hall
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureGeneral charitable purposes, Education/Training, Arts/Culture, Sports/Recreation, Animals, Economic/Community development/Employment
East Tilbury Village Hall
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesTo provide a social space for all types of community activities for all age groups.
Sompting Village Hall
Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureProvides premises for hire by local community organisations for recreational and educational purposes. Also available for hire by individuals, e.g. for wedding receptions, by community businesses e.g. slimming groups, and local authorities and similar e.g. in civil emergencies and for meetings and consultations.
Lancashire Council Of Mosques
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionLCM is an umbrella organisation representing Mosques and religious teaching institutions in Lancashire. We serve the communities of Lancashire, working on issues of education, employment, health, crime and antisocial behaviour, media, quality assurance, young people and families. We seek to promote the awareness of the faith of Islam, fostering understanding and better community relations.
The Colchester And Tendring Community Trust
Economic and community developmentCharity making small grants and providing other assistance to voluntary and community organisations operating in Colchester and Tendring.
Rushwick Village Hall
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionWe provide and maintain a village hall for use by the residents of Rushwick Village and its environs. The hall is available to hire by local groups and individuals for private bookings in support of community activities, church services, educational services, charitable fundraising plus leisure and social functions.
Eglwyswrw Young Farmers' Club
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Social welfareYOUTH ORGANISATION, EDUCATION, VARIOUS COMPETITIONS, RAISING FUNDS OF CHARITIES, FUN EVENINGS, SOCIALISING
Ross And District U3a
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Leisurei) To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full-time gainful employment in Ross-On-Wye and its surrounding locality.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.
The Marton War Memorial Hall
Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureOur role is to maintain and improve our hall and facilities which provide a village focal point for leisure, cultural and community activities. In addition we provide and support charitable activities in the local community
21st West Stafford Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community developmentWe work with children & young people between the ages of 4 to 14 yrs. We use our facilities for meetings and get outdoors for adventurous and community activities. We do fundraising to maintain the building and support activity costs, pay our ground rent and everyday services. We hold occasional fundraising / sponsored events to supplement our membership fees.
Stoborough Village Institute
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesHiring out Village Hall for community activities
Necton Rural Community Centre
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, FacilitiesThe charity manages the community centre for the use of village clubs covering all age groups, private hire for parties, wedding receptions, meetings, fund raising activities by other charities, art exhibitions, job interviews etc. It is open for private hire by responsible persons over the age of eighteen from inside and outside the village.
Dilwyn And District Young Farmers Club
Economic and community development, Social welfareLearning new skills, competitions and social events
1st Rural Roughton Mill Scout Group
Associations, Economic and community developmentScout Group
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.