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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Norton And Lenchwick Parish Hall
Facilities, Social welfareNorton and Lenchwick Village hall holds community and social events for the parish
The Avenue Friendship Club
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe provide social interaction for ladies over 60 to prevent isolation and loneliness by providing weekly bingo sessions, day trips and monthly social evenings. The ladies get out and about, support each other and provide companionship and social interaction.
Croydon High School Parent-Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareTO PROMOTE COMMUNITY SPIRIT WITHIN THE SCHOOL AND BUILD / STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN PARENTS AND WHERE APPRORIATE PARENTS AND TEACHERS BY ORGANISING SOCIAL EVENTS AND SMALL FUND RAISING EVENTS TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT WHICH WILL COMPLEMENT AND ENHANCE FACILITIES OF THE SCHOOL.
Harting School Pta
Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareRaising funds to support the school, alongside this social events are organised by this group.
Hadley Memorial Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareTHE EXCELLENT FACILITIES ARE USED BY MANY LOCAL ORGANISATIONS PROVIDING DANCING LESSONS, KEEP FIT, YOGA ETC. THE HALL IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE PARTIES AND SOCIAL EVENTS, QUIZ EVENINGS, CHILDREN'S PARTIES AND OTHER LOCAL EVENTS.
The Royal Air Forces Association - Romford Branch
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareProviding social and friendship activities for former and present members of the Royal Air Force. In this Branch, these are now elderly and retired.Collecting and raising funds for the Royal Air Forces 'Wings' Appeal that supports welfare needs of former and current members of the Royal Air Force.The Branch operates in the Romford town and immediately surrounding areas.
Tollerton War Memorial Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Heritage, Leisure, Social welfareUpkeep and running of Village Hall which provides a venue for many local activities including Playgroup, Toddler group, Badminton, Bowls, Ballet and Dance classes and meetings plus hiring out to local people for private social events.
Sutton Village Hall
Associations, Facilities, Religion, Social welfareTHE HALL IS A COMMUNITY CENTRE FOR THOSE WHO RESIDE IN THE THREE VILLAGES OF SUTTON,BARLAVINGTON AND BIGNOR. IT IS ALSO AVALIABLE FOR HIRE BY PEOPLE LIVING OUTSIDE THE AREA.THE HALL IS USED BY GROUPS SUCH AS THE W.I.,PARISH CHURCH COUNCIL AND THE PARISH COUNCIL FOR MEETINGS AND THE HALL'S COMMITTEE PUT ON VARIOUS SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THREE VILLAGES.
Ingleton And District Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareJudo Club, Wine Circle, Library, Women's Institute, Dance Groups, Film Club.Informative talks, and various social activities including annual Village Fayre, occasional theatre production.Children's parties.
Lower Hardres And Nackington Village Hall
Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareWe exist to maintain a community facility i.e. a modern purpose built village hall in the parish of Nackington and Lower Hardres. This is available for use by local people and organisations for social events, the provision of entertainment education and exercise. It is also available to people from the wider community who provide such opportunities for people of the parish and surrounding areas.
The Royal Air Forces Association Rushden Branch (no 519)
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareSocial Events for ex Royal Air force and associated members, Raise money for the association and similar charities, provide welfare and companionship to elderly and infirmed ex members of HM Forces and their dependants.
St Margaret's Church Of England Parent Teachers Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Religion, Social welfareOrganises fundraising and social events to support St Margarets Church of England Primary School.
Nantyffyllon Miners' Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Housing, Leisure, Professions, Social welfareThe Miner's InstituteIs the focal point of many local social activities in the Llynvi valley Activities include Social Bingo and meeting point, Home of Nanty Youth Club, Private Gym in Basement complex. Children's Playgroup Ballroom and Street Dancing.and Jazzband practice.Social activities for the local rugby club & other local social events.Venue for Educational & Training Activities.
Alton Operatic And Dramatic Society
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareWe produce, one musical show in May and one Play in November. We may occasionally put on another short show or review. We have other social events throughout the year for members and friends to raise funds.
St James's School Parents And Friends Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareWe organise specific fundraising events throughout the year to raise funds for the school while providing a wide range of social events for parents and friends.
North Duffield Village Hall
Associations, Facilities, Social welfareMaintain the village hall in North Duffield as a facility available to residents for educational and social activities.
Dawdon 2nd Seaham Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Leisure, Social welfareWeekly meetings involving:Games,Crafts,Compass&Map reading,Rope Knots,Camping Essentials,Hikes Etc. also Community awareness- Friendship & Self well-being .
Rotary Club Of Wrington Vale Trust Fund
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThrough the Rotary Club funds are raised by fund raising and social events. Those funds, in certain circumstances can be "multplied" via the Rotary Matching Grants at District, National and International level to fund larger project, particularly to assist in poorer countries. In addition assistance can be offered in practical waysby Rotarians employing their business skills to help others.
Bolton Memorial Hall
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Environment, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareMemorial hall/village hall with playing field, providing a building & recreational space for community & private groups to hire e.g. playgroup, youth club, badminton & bowling clubs, parish meetings, fundraising & social events & private hire for funerals, parties & sports. Hosts a District Council recycling centre.
Eastgate Village Hall Association
Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, Social welfaremeeting place for the young farmers, craft classes, local council meetings, annual beer festival, coffee mornings, social events such as casino and cowboy nights. Christmas parties , and local community events such as christenings.
New Village Hall
Associations, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareProvides hall for local recreational and social activities
Village Hall Stanton
Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareStanton Village Hall provides a community building for physical and mental training, and the recreational, social, moral and intellectual development of inhabitants of Stanton and the immediate vicinity. The Hall hosts activities such as tai chi, karate, keep-fit, and support groups. It hosts the local defibrillator and runs community activities (litterpicks, village social events).
Langton Herring Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareLangton Herring Village Hall provides a centre for all residents to meet, socialise and exercise. It offers a suitable location for the various village clubs from Table tennis, Art, Choir, Gardening and Talks on a regular basis. It is also a regular meeting place for external groups including the Parish Council and occasional visits from the local MP.
Neuadd Bentref Llanddona Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareThe aim of the charity is to maintain a community hub building so that local groups and children have somewhere to hold events, and to organise activities that will benefit people of all ages in the area by providing information, recreation, and opportunities for social interaction.
Friendship Day Centre, Winterslow
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Social care, Social welfareWeekly meetings Tuesday 10am-3pm. Led by organiser supported by volunteers. Transport, coffee, 2 course hot lunch, tea provided. Wide variety of activities, art, craft, music, games, exercises, speakers, parties (Christmas, birthday, Summer garden).footcare.
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.