Economic and community development Charities
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Citizens Advice Sandwell & Walsall LTD
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingWe give generalist advice and support to clients at our six sites and various outreach sites. We also provide specialist advice in debt and welfare benefits. We can also refer clients to specialist advisers from other organisations, in employment, immigration, housing etc
Link Education International
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationLEI works with partner organisations in Sub Saharan Africa to:(1)To improve schools and the quality of education they deliver so that children have better opportunities(2)To build the capacity of district departments of education (3)To support government education policy and to inform national and regional strategies (4)To facilitate partnerships between European and African education sectors.
Leeds Autism Services
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social careTo meet the needs of adults with autistic spectrum disorders through the provision of residential, day care and community outreach support services, and to offer support in areas of training, education and employment opportunities or other appropriate means.
Ideas Plus
Economic and community development, Education, HealthTo support people across West and South Essex who are experiencing mental ill health into employment and assist those in employment to retain their jobs
Rehabilitation Services Trust For Oxfordshire Re-Employment Limited
Economic and community development, Education, HeritageThe objects are for the relief of persons suffering from mental distress and disorder including particularly persons within the city of Oxford and the surrounding district and in particular for the following purposes:1. To provide for the rehabilitation of the disabled, and2. To provide them with opportunities for theraputic work, training, work placement and support to gain employment
The Food Museum
Economic and community development, HeritageMuseum of rural life and educational and training centre
First Steps (bath)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, FacilitiesFirst Steps (Bath) is a Registered Charity and an accredited Social Enterprise. Our aim is to improve outcomes for young children in areas of need by working alongside their families and other professionals, through our Early Childhood Community Centres at Woodhouse Road, Twerton and at Moorfields Road and our Specialist Early Years Centre, Bath Opportunity Pre School, (BOP), Frome Road, Bath.
Racing Industry Accident Benefit Scheme
Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Social welfareThe principal objective of the charity is to provide disablement benefits for the members (various classes of employees of racehorse trainers as stated in the Scheme Rules) who have suffered financial hardship following accidental injury, disablement or death arising from, and in the course of, employment and to provide a capital lump sum in the event of serious injury or death.
Community Transport
Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareThe charity operates 3 core services: 1. Provision of accessible transport for people with limited mobility or other health conditions; 2. Supply of donated domestic and office furniture to raise income for charitable purposes; 3. Training and work experience for disadvantaged or unemployed individuals and to voluntary and community groups.
The Mudchute Association
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Social welfareThe Green Heart of East London, managing 32 acres of metropolitan green space as a country park; providing environmental education for children and youth especially the disadvantaged; equestrian centre, rare breeds of farm animals and poultry, childrens nursery; cafe and shop; training opportunities for long term unemployed; volunteering opportunities galore.
The Selby Trust
Economic and community development, Social welfareSelby Trust's vision is delivered with the ethos of "Many Cultures One Community". We manage community buildings & run community projects that respond to community needs whilst improving the life chances of disadvantaged communities in 5 areas: (a) facilities management, (b) Community development, (c) Community environmental development, (d) Community economic development, (e) Community safety.
Hull Resettlement Project Limited
Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareThe care and support of homeless and other disadvantaged persons who are in need of help to acquire a settled way of life by providing, developing and maintaining short term residential accommodation or similar facilities.To further help those accommodated by way of advice or counselling & any other form of aid to acquire employment more permanent accommodation education or any other benefit.
Camden Garden Centre Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Social welfareEducation of disadvantaged people as Trainees by actual involvement in commercial activity/employment experience. Camden Garden Centre Charitable Trust carries out this charitable function through the vehicle of its wholly owned subsidiary Camden Garden Centre Ltd (co. reg. no. 1592398) which employs Trainees in agreement with the Trust.
Latin Link
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, ReligionOur vision is to see vibrant, Bible-believing Christian communities in Latin America, impacting their neighbours, their societies and the wider world. We work in partnership with churches to send and receive individuals, families and teams to share the love of God by caring for street children, training church leaders, supporting university students and generating employment opportunities.
Royal Agricultural Society Of England
Economic and community developmentAGRICULTURE AND RURAL CHARITY
Young People Cornwall
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Health, Housing, Social welfare, SocietyToday we support work with 11 -25 year olds through specialist projects and programmes addressing issues that marginalise or place young people at risk, including mental health, homelessness, crime, racism, sexuality, drug & alcohol use, abuse, rural isolation and poverty.
Life Path Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social careThe main activities of the Charity at present are :Care and SupportWe support people with learning disabilities in their own homes, day opportunities and provide personal care if needed. We also provide a respite service.Supported employmentWe provide supported employment to people with learning disabilities through our subsidiary Newpath Ventures Limited which runs a number of businesse
Islington Mind
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Healthproviding day services, employment training, counselling and advocacy to people with mental health problems; campaigning on mental health issues
Alnwick District Playhouse Trust
Arts, Economic and community developmentThe charity's objects and its principal activity continues to be that of the promotion of all aspects of artistic activities throughout the district of Alnwick. This is achieved through a broad programme of theatre, dance, music, film and exhibitions at the Playhouse itself, and an outreach programme that seeks to reach all corners of the rural community.
The Royal Institution Of Chartered Surveyors' Benevolent Fund Limited
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Social welfareLionHeart helps RICS members and past members and their families in need. This includes financial assistance, counselling, legal advice, debt advice, employment advice and stress advice.
Nottingham And District Citizens Advice Bureau
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingGiving advice and information across a wide range of social welfare law issues - debt, welfare benefits, employment, housing, family, consumer etc.The charity operates through a city centre main office and has 6 outreach bases across the Nottingham conurbation.
Coventry Citizens Advice
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, HousingProvide generalist and specialist advice, advise people on their rights, this can include employment, consumer, housing or relationship, debt and benefits-related enquiries.
South West Action For Learning And Living Our Way Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, LeisureSWALLOW provides supported housing, outreach in the community, education, independent living skills training, information, supported employment and work skills experience and social and fitness activiites for people with learning disabilities. We are a user led organisation, responding to the needs and wishes of our members.
The Shree Swaminarayan Temple
Economic and community development, EducationAdvancement and propagation of the faith of Swaminarayan among its members and others to allow all generations to experience the soul, spirit and essence of the religion and culture via the provision of the Temple as a place of worship for all its members.The Trust runs a school in the Temple at the weekend and also provides overseas aid to various institutions who require monetary assistance.
Whirlow Hall Farm Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureAn education and environmental charity based on a working upland farm on the outskirts of Sheffield. It exists to nurture, inspire and expand horizons for children and young people. Farming, horticulture and the countryside are used to enhance and underpin existing educational and vocational provision, or to re-engage those who have been excluded from mainstream education.
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.