Social welfare Charities That specialise in Social activities
Discover 1,368 Social welfare charities that specialise in social activities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Kingdom Faith Church
Arts, Associations, Religion, Social welfareThe principal activity of the Trust is the advancement of the Christian Faith.This is done through:*Mission and social activities locally, nationally and internationally*Communication of the message through publications, recordings and on television and radio*Hosting an annual summer camp and other conferences throughout the year*Communicating with supporters regularly
Wirral Multicultural Organisation
Leisure, Social welfarePromote for the benefit of Minority Communities of Wirral without any distinction a common interest to advance education, provide facilities in the interest of social welfare for recreation, improving conditions of life for the inhabitants by reason of social ethnic health and ecconomic circumstances. Promote social inclusion and establish a centre for purpose and access of services
Cmss
Associations, Health, Social welfareProvision of day services and social activities for adults with Cerebral Palsy and associated disabilities
The Greenwich Carers Centre
Associations, Charitable activities, Social care, Social welfareWe offer a range of services for all adult carers and the people they care for in and around the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Our facilities at The Stables SE7 provide a hub for carers and those needing support; offering respite, advocacy, emotional support, social activities, information and advice. We work with statutory partners to involve carers in strategic and developmental decisions.
West Kent Mind
Associations, Health, Social welfareProvision of a range of support, recovery and wellbeing services for people with mental health problems including community services, social activities, counselling, peer support and therapeutic groups. The charity also provides training for other agencies and helps to raise awareness and overcome the stigma and discrimination experienced by people with mental health problems.
The People's Kitchen Limited
Housing, Social welfarePROVISION OF FRIENDSHIP AND FOOD TO HOMELESS PEOPLE
The Meadowside Charity Newton Abbot And District
Beneficiary group, Housing, Social care, Social welfareThis charity runs "Meadowside" a residential home for up to 11 residents with varying degrees of learning and/or physical disabilities, which has been their home for up to 30 years. Respite Care is also provided. Social events are also organised for the members, including those from the wider community.
Siri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara
Associations, Leisure, Religion, Social welfareReligious worshipcommunity related : education, social activities, sports activities
Menphys Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo improve the social, emotional and intellectual education of young people with special needs and to provide social activities.To run an outreach service in Leicester City and County to provide support for children and young people with special needs and their families and carers. (Menphys SOS)To promote the inclusion of people with special needs in society.
YMCA Scarborough
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareYMCA believes in fairness and opportunity. There are essential building blocks for a full and rewarding life: a safe home; acceptance; guidance; friendship; physical and mental health; academic support; employment skills; and access to real opportunities. At YMCA, we provide these critical foundations for a fresh, strong start for young people and a better quality of life in the community.
Bradbury Fields Services For Blind And Partially Sighted People
Associations, Health, Social welfareTo offer assessment and rehabilitation services to blind and partially sighted people accross Liverpool, Knowsley and Sefton. Hold the register of blind and partially sighted people on behalf of the local authority. Offer a training and transcription service to outside agencies. Offer health and social activities to service users.
New Wortley Community Association Limited
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Health, Social welfareCommunity Cafe and catering services, Activities and social interaction opportunities, Training and volunteering opportunities, Information and support services, Individual and group counselling services
Now! Charity Group LTD
Environment, Social welfareNow! is a community-led charity. Our flagship household services reduce waste and carbon footprint via reusing and recycling hundreds of tonnes of household items. Whilst our social inclusion activities maximise our social impact through multiple 'Projects for Good'. These are local support initiatives which are driven to achieve transformation for people at risk of exclusion.
The Albemarle Limited
Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social welfareProviding facilities for and promoting the interests of disabled and disadvantaged persons generally from within Taunton Deane. THis provision includes supported housing, community access scheme, day care for elderly, physically disabled and people with learning and mental health problems, catering, childcare, and social activities and training at The Albemarle Centre Taunton
Cartwheel Arts Limited
Economic and community development, Social welfareCartwheel Arts promotes social inclusion, cohesion, diversity and regeneration through community participation in vibrant, innovative, high-quality arts projects.
Liverpool Shipbrokers' Benevolent Society Incorporated
Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe Society exists to recognise those who have worked within the commerce of shipbroking and shipowning and are in need of assistance; to provide financial assistance where appropriate and provide friendship, care and support where financial assistance is not required; and to provide support, financial or otherwise, to the spouses, widowers, widows, children or dependents of such persons
World Abilitysport Federation LTD
Leisure, Social welfareWorld Abilitysport focuses on providing sport opportunities for persons with physical impairments in the UK and across the globe. The Games programme host international multi-sport events providing recreational and elite sport opportunities for physically impaired athletes. Through education and training, we promotes barrier-free opportunities and social inclusion through the power of sport.
St Cuthbert's Centre
Health, Social welfareSt Cuthberts Centre was set up in 1990 to relieve poverty, support mental health and wellbeing, and to promote social inclusion in Greater London. During weekdays, our charity provides a multi-course lunch from surplus food, free of charge to 350 marginalised adults per week. In addition, we have a Mental Health Coordinator, a counselling service, a network of support services and activities.
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.
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.
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.
The Victoria League For Commonwealth Friendship
Housing, Social welfarePromotion of friendship within the Commonwealth and provide student accommodation to Commonwealth student at our London hostel.
The Waterside Centre, Kings Langley
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe are an organisation which provides facilities for adults with Learning Disabilities. We provide education and training that encourage service users to achieve their full potential and integrate into the community. Our setting provides a safe environment where individuals can socialise, maintain existing and learn new skills. Most important of all, to enjoy a good quality of life.
East Sussex Vision Support
Health, Social welfareSUPPORTING LOCAL PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR PARTIALLY SIGHTED, AND THEIR CARERS, TO RETAIN OR REGAIN INDEPENDENCE BY PROVIDING INFORMATION, SKILLS TRAINING AND BY PROMOTING SOCIAL INCLUSION, ORDINARILY RESIDENT IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE COUNTY OF EAST SUSSEX AND THE UNITARY AUTHORITY OF BRIGHTON AND HOVE.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many social-activities social welfare charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,368 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?
Oxfam is the largest by latest reported annual income (£339.4m). 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 £5.3bn 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 85.6%. 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 £633k. 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.