Housing Charities

League for the period of 1.1.09 to 31.12.09, funded 48 concerts in the homes, give a Capita Grant of -ú25, so every resident received a Christmas present/party. In addition, in line with the Charity Commissions thought, we had a surplus of -ú3000 which we divided equally between the two trusts to re-fund, resulting in a wide variety of objects purchased for the benefit of the resident.

Maintain buildings (c.1728).

To defray out of the income of the charity the cost of repairs and insurance and all other charges and outgoings in respect of the almshouse and maintain funds for the repair, improvement or rebuilding of the almshouse.

Furness Lions Club is one of several Lions Clubs based in Cumbria. We assist in our local community where in the opinion of our members and trustees help and support is required. As members of Lions Clubs International we contribute to their appeals both at home and overseas.

The restoration of the Willis Organ and the re-housing of the same in the Alexandra Palace or any public building erected on or at the site of the palace. The promotion of organ recitals and associated educational activities on the Alexandra Palace organ.

Aid to the poor and needy in the village of Edwardstone.

Providing Almshouse accommodation to the aged poor/needy in the South Wakefield area.

To provide housing for older ladies (or couples) of limited means.

TO APPLY INCOME FOR THE RELIEF OF PERSONS OVER 60 YEARS OF AGE, RESIDENT IN BURTON-ON-TRENT AND ARE IN NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS.

To enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, including arts, crafts and sciences, to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects and in all branches of, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare.

Relieving poverty and need by financially helping clients with grants towards education, work and housing especially where these are not met by current State benefits

In 1993, 3 parish councillors set up The Trust. It bought land immediately next to the village hall. It is held in perpetuity as a quiet recreation area for the people of Buckhorn Weston of all ages. Later the district council sold the council houses. Some proceeds were used for one-off windfall grants. We built play, picnic and ballgame areas on this land (with additions, now about 1 1/2 acres).

Day time and evening session providing practical support such as companionship, food and drink, access to clothes and bedding, referrals into emergency accommodation and support into their accommodationProviding information and advice on relevant issues, where possible, and providing a route into other services and provision.

looking after 4 Almshouses and occupiers thereof

We issue vouchers to enable and encourage people to have their cats neutered, and we help with vet bills when owners are unable to fund full costs of urgent treatment for animals. We help support a network of local people who foster, rescue and home cats.

The lettings of three Almshouses.

A) 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.

Provides grants to talented youngsters with a special, dedicated interest in sport, art, music etc.

The provision of housing for the poor.

The Matthew Arnold School Parent Teacher Association (MAS PTA) raises funds to advance the educationof pupils in the Matthew Arnold School, Oxford. The PTA raises funds at school events such as quiz nights, concerts and school drama productions. Funds raised go back to the school to benefit the children and support the school community.

Undertake activities to enable women interested in issues associated with rural life, to improve their education in citizenship, public questions, music, culture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare and to improve rural life.

Making grants to individuals, groups and organisations who are members of or are associated with the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) to help further their educational and or professional development including attendance at courses, conferences weekend, schools and educational visits at home and overseas and other promotional activities.

Support of Medical Charities & Organisations that Fund Research and provide Community Day Care and Home Care Facilities. Educational Support, Animal Charity Support

Provision of housing for elderly widows

Currently the charity raises money through it`s shop premises to provide grants to disabled people with families.This can also cover direct help to the carers where they need help with a break/holiday or any other support that may be available e.g advise.Those with internet can click onto the charity web site ,read what others say and enter their owns views.There is also a holiday home for carers.