Social welfare Charities That specialise in Social activities
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Firvale Community Hub
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Social welfareSupport for marginalised people across Sheffield across the areas of legal advice, education, employability, community cohesion, social inclusion and reducing isolation. FCH works with people of all backgrounds, but has specialisms in working with BME communities - particularly those of Pakistani and Roma origin.
Share Knowsley
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Social welfareWe help refugees and asylum seekers access all they are entitled to, providing advocacy case work, health and well being support & advice to help them with integration and settlement. We run 2 weekly drop-ins where people can meet others in a safe space, relax, and access help, as well as offering English classes and social events. We help raise awareness in the local community of refugees.
The Abbeyfield Basildon Society Limited
Beneficiary group, Social welfareProvision of accommodation, care and companionship for senior citizens in accordance with the aims and principles of The Abbeyfield Society Limited.
Calne Community Transport
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareTransport for the disabled, frail, elderly, other groups for Social Welfare and recreational purposes including social inclusion to combat loneliness, charitable groups, groups with a common interest and those who are unable to use other forms of transport.
Upton Vale Baptist Church
Religion, Social welfareThe activities of Upton Vale Baptist Church include regular public worship, prayer and bible study, evangelism and mission, nurture and growth of christian disciples, social action, support and encouragement of other charities, giving and encouraging friendship and pastoral care.
Haringey Migrant Support Centre
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Housing, Social welfareTo achieve our aims, HMSC undertakes a number of key activities:- The provision of free, high quality immigration advice. - The provision of housing and welfare rights advice. - The provision of a hot meal and welcoming environment, allowing visitors to relax, socialise and build up their support networks. - Undertaking campaigning activities.
Oxford Head Injury Services
Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, Social welfareOxford Head Injury Services offers information, guidance, and practical support to anyone affected by brain injury, including stroke. We support individuals, families, and carers. Our Activity and Rehabilitation Centre (The ARC) provides tailored programmes that include social activities, Speech Therapy, Personel training and Physiotherapy. We also deliver community support across Oxfordshire.
Diversity Voice
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfare, SocietyWelcome Hubs, social events, exhibitions, festivals, ad hoc advice and support, English classes, translation/interpretation services to promote social inclusion and prevent discrimination for refugees, migrant workers and asylum seekers. We are currently seeking funding to deliver diversity and inclusion/hate crime/cultural awareness training across all Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics
Muslim Women's Network UK
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfare, SocietyPromoting equality and diversity, social inclusion and religious and racial harmony through providing information, advice and support to service users, service providers and wider community as well as undertaking research into key issues of importance and facilitating training and forums.
The Cardiff Blues Community Foundation
Health, Leisure, Social welfareDeliver innovative and sustainable programmes on sport related themes, health, mental health, social inclusion and education. Use sport to deliver change in the community, harnessing social good, improving and increasing opportunities and empowering people to make positive life choices, irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio-economic background.
Positive Futures Well Being Services CIO
Associations, Education, Facilities, Health, Social welfareA mental health & wellbeing charity supporting people in Lancaster and District to improve their lives. We run a whole programme of social activities to suit all ages and abilities, personal development training, mentoring, talking therapies and out of hours Crisis Cafe which is for people who are in emotional distress and need to see someone immediately
Jameah Fatimia Mosque
Associations, Religion, Social welfareA central place for spiritual study, prayers, funerals, weddings and other religious activities and gatherings. Provision of education, services and social activities, teaching Urdu and Arabic languages, including the teaching of the Holy Koran and the Islamic faith.
Redeemed Christian Church Of God Precious People Parish
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfare1.The advancement of the Christian Faith worldwide by encouraging people to acknowledge the providence of Lord Jesus, obey the will of God and be grateful to His benefits.2.The reduction of social challenges in the society through: (a) The anti-poverty and family empowerment schemes.(b) Helping to promote friendship and integration of members and residents within the community.
Freedom Community Project
Associations, Social welfareThe Freedom Community Project provides support for people within North East Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire. We run a number of projects aimed at providing practical support for those who are struggling. We also provide fun social activities for the community to encourage people and build self esteem.
Home-Start Hertfordshire
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareHome-Start Hertfordshire is a charity that supports families throughout Hertfordshire and covers the boroughs ofBroxbourne, Dacorum, East Hertfordshire, North Hertfordshire (excluding Royston), Stevenage, St Albans and WelwynHatfield. Home-Start Schemes offer support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in local communities.
St Sidwell's Centre, Exeter
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Health, Social welfareCommunity centre promoting local community participation and involvement, health & well-being & social inclusion.Meeting room hire.IT & communal internet access.Volunteer led Community Cafe with an emphasis on affordable healthy eating.Community Garden promoting environmental & sustainability issues.Provide and facilitate a wide range of high quality volunteering and student placement.
Walsall Society For The Blind Limited
Health, Social welfareWalsall Society for the Blind mission is to provide information, support and friendship to all the visually impaired people within the Borough of Walsall.
Home-Start Watford And Three Rivers
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Housing, Social welfareHome-Start Watford & Three Rivers provides support to families who have at least one child under the age of five years. Support is provided by volunteers who are parents themselves they visit families once a week for two to three hours offering support, friendship and practical help in the families' homes.The service is provided in Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere
North Somerset People First
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareNorth Somerset People First promotes and encourages people with a learning disability, difficulty and/or autism to speak up for themselves, empowering them to be in control of their own lives, now and in the future.We facilitate speaking up forums, consultations, provide person centred planning & advocacy, employment & work experience, accessible training programmes & social events & activities.
Bridges For Peace UK LTD
Religion, Social welfareTo promote the Christian Faith through the teachings of the Holy Scriptures with respect to the continuing relationship between God and His chosen people Israel.To promote and build friendship between the Christian Church and the Jewish people thereby building "Bridges For Peace."To show Christian love by practical deeds done in the name of Jesus for the Jewish people and Israel.
Bradbury Care Centre Limited
Beneficiary group, Social care, Social welfareThe charity provides daycare facilities for the elderly and infirm in the North Shropshire area. It includes activities during the day, the option for bathing or showering, much social interaction together with meals during the day. The service is offered at cost price, with no profit margin or management costs, to ensure that it is as widely available as is practical to the beneficiary body.
Plymouth Hope
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Leisure, Social welfare, SocietyOur Programmes:- Asylum and Immigration Advice- Children & Young People (Support)- Wellbeing (Play, Sports, Physical & Social Activities; Psychosocial support)- Asylum & Migration (Information, Advice/Advocacy, Guidance)- Advocacy & Campaign (Racial Harmony, Equity & address Inequality)- Integration (Social Integration, Cohesion & Inclusion)- Education, Art & Heritage
Pioneer Projects (celebratory Arts) Limited
Social welfarePioneer Projects employs arts-based activities to improve wellbeing, develop skills, enhance learning, encourage social inclusion, support individuals confidence-building and promote healthy approaches to life and living. We offer a variety of arts-based activities to the whole community, as well as some specifically for distinct vulnerable groups facing exclusion and health inequalities.
The Shuttlewood Clarke Foundation
Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, Social welfareProviding support, care and friendship for the elderly and young persons through the provision of day facilities. These offer companionship for the socially isolated, craft clubs for people with disabilities, a befriending scheme, a free mobility aid loan scheme, access to wheelchair friendly woodland walks, bird hides and an outdoor classroom facility for youth organisations and school groups.
Friendship At Home
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social welfareFriendship at Home (FAH) CIO started in September 2006, The aim of our organisation is to help combat isolation and loneliness across NEL and to improve older people?s quality of life. We offer a range of support including: information and advice, one to one and telephone befriending; social and exercise clubs, dementia support and support after hospital discharge.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many social-activities social welfare charities are there in the UK?
There are 4,078 registered social-activities social welfare charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the social-activities social welfare charities by income?
Change, Grow, Live is the largest by latest reported annual income (£339.7m). 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 social-activities social welfare charities?
Social-activities social welfare charities reported a combined annual income of £14.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for social-activities social welfare charities?
Across all social-activities social welfare charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 86.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of social-activities social welfare charities?
Social-activities social welfare charities have an average annual income of £515k. 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.