Economic and community development Charities

The Focolare Movement works towards establishing unity at all levels and all its activities are directed towards this end - the fulfilment of the words of the gospel:" May they all be one".It is also commited to fostering an ever greater equality among peoples and nations. To this end each year it gives a considerable contribution to its members in the developing world and to other projects.

COUNTIES seeks to communicate the Christian faith in a culturally relevant way, across England and Wales, and encourage churches in mission through Evangelists, Exhibitions & other resources. It actively supports self-employed Evangelists, who are involved in a wide range of initiatives including local churches, schools, universities, prisons, markets, agricultural shows and door-to-door contacts.

OFFERS FREE AND IMPARTIAL ADVICE AND INFORMATION TO DISABLED PEOPLE, THEIR CARERS AND FAMILIES IN THE BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT ON BENEFITS, EQUIPMENT,PARKING, TRANSPORT, EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATION,LEISURE, HOUSING AND HOLIDAYS. PROVIDES SHORT-TERM WHEELCHAIR AND DISABILITY EQUIPMENT HIRE.

Operating in Lincolnshire, First College seeks to deliver high quality learning that raises participation and attainment, that meets the individual needs of Learners through collaborative partnership working and employer engagement. Specifically we deliver Apprenticeships, Traineeships and vocational training to a wide range of local people. Other activities include supporting unemployed people.

To provide a postive framwork for education, training and employment opportunities for those members of the community that it represents that may be disadvantaged due to cultural and religious reason.

Hampton Fuel Allotment Charity supports families and individuals on low income with a grant to help with the costs of gas and electricity; and supports organisations to provide services and activities for those in need through grantmaking.

The Wildlife Trust works to make the environment of Birmingham and the black country a better place for wildlife and people through environmental education, community involvement, ecological and practical work.

The Farm & Country Centre including the restored mill house provide educational opportunities in farming and the countryside. Access to the let farm will be maintained with opportunities for educational tours and farming information, supplemented by the range of farm animals kept in the paddocks and pens of the centre. The provision of farm trails and walks and their interpretation will continue.

We operate in the North Craven area of Yorkshire where we (a) Preserve built heritage which is of particular beauty or historical, architectural or constructional interest; and(b) Acquire, preserve, document, interpret and make accessible exhibits, objects and collections relating to the social, agricultural, industrial and built environment through the provision of a museum service

Arboretum and Gardens open to the public with extensive woodland and arable farmland. In pursuit of the Trust's charitable objects the property is managed with due regard for nature conservation, landscape, historic interest and heritage, recreation, and as a scientific and educational resource

TO PROMOTE LINKS BETWEEN BUSINESS AND EDUCATION. PREPARING YOUNG PEOPLE FOR THE WORLD OF WORK THROUGH CAREERS ADVICE, GUIDANCE AND EVENTS; PROVIDING WORK-EXPERIENCE PLACEMENTS TO SECONDARY STUDENTS AND ADULTS; SUPPORTING YOUNG PEOPLE TO ACCESS OUT OF SCHOOL PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEERING; RAISING AWARENESS AND INSPIRING YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT CAREERS IN STEM.

Advance the arts and culture especially those activities which seek to make the arts relevant to the community and thereby advance citizenship and community development.

Our main areas of activity are the provision of advice and support services for the voluntary and community sector; outreach work with community groups and individuals; assistance and advice services for volunteers; health and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged and/or isolated people; assistance for local communities in developing initiatives that help to sustain their communities.

To promote education and training in the creative and expressive arts and to advance the educational, physical, cultural and social welfare of young people in particular from disadvantaged inner city areas so that they may grow to maturity as individuals and members of society.

To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community particularly in Yorkshire and the surrounding area in particular the advancement of education and health and the relief of poverty and distress, the sustainability of rural life, or in pursuing any other charitable purposes by promoting and organising cooperation in the achievement of the said purposes.

Manage and conserve Whitlingham Country Park for the recreation and enjoyment of members of the public who wish to enjoy it's amenities for quiet and peaceful pursuits in a rural environment.

The Progressive Farming Trust is committed to developing sustainable land management and food production systems based on organic/ agroecological principles; fostering knowledge exchange and influencing public debate with sound evidence, to help meet human nutritional needs with safe, affordable, high quality food that enhances the natural environment and ensures the health and wellbeing of all.

York Mind (Incorporating Our Celebration) is an independent provider of high quality mental health services in York and its surrounding area.We support adults recovering from mental ill-health to help them achieve outcomes that will progress them towards recovery and integration in mainstream activity such as learning, volunteering or employment.

DRIVE FORWARD FOUNDATION, HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE FROM CARE (AGED 16-26) TO FIND SUITABLE EMPLOYMENT IN THEIR CHOSEN CAREER THROUGH INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED PROGRAMMES OF SUPPORT, TRAINING , WORK INDUCTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO GAIN EXPERIENCE THROUGH PAID EMPLOYMENT. PARTICULAR FOCUS ON YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE CARE OF THE STATUTORY AUTHORITY.

Our mission is to support homeless families by providing emergency accommodation and education in basic/other life and social skills to enable families to get back on to the social ladder.

Providing supported work experience and skills training to people who are disabled or disadvantaged, enabling them to contribute to the community and where possible progress into unsupported employment.

SPICMA reaches out to the poorest and most marginalized in the developing world; to be open to the needs of small communities and individuals who neither fulfil the criteria nor have any way of approaching the larger agencies;minimising bureaucracy, and maintaining direct personal links with both recipients and donors; and to minimise administration costs and making use of willing volunteers

Endeavour is an inner-city outdoor adventure, alternative education, youth and community centre dedicated to empowering and enriching the lives of young people and families.

Museum which rescues historic buildings under threat in Chilterns Area and re-erects them within a 45 acre traditional landscape with interpretation for visitors. The buildings range from domestic, agricultural to rural industrial dating from 15c to post WW2. Activities include historical re-enactments, rural craft demos, traditional farming practices with livestock. Lifelong learning is provided.

Humanitarian Aid abroad & UK, includes Emergency Response, Feeding, Agriculture, Empowerment, Shelter, Health, Medical Aid & Equipment to Clinics and Hospitals, Orphans Sponsorship & Orphan related projects within Communities. Widows Assistance, Clean Water & Sanitary solutions. Provision of Education to the less fortunate and all that entails. Assistance to Community & homeless in UK.