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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.

1,368
Charities
£5,280,882,026
Total Income
£632,517
Avg Income
85.6%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

21st Wyre Forest (franche) Scout Group

Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfare

Fund raising events have included district led events such as Bag-packing, Christmas post, and the annual Pledge Plod. Social events have included the summer barbeque and carol service. Youngsters have enjoyed numerous activities at the HQ, at Rhydd Covert and on various trips to productions and events over the last year.

Latest Income: £83,558
Areas of Operation: Worcestershire
Status: Registered
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The Guide Association County Of Manchester

Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfare

Through fun, friendship, challenge and adventure we empower girls to find their voice, inspiring them to discover the best in themselves and to make a positive difference in their community. Girlguiding Manchester has Rainbow, Brownie, Guide and Ranger members aged 4 to 18. We fire their imaginations through challenges and adventures for all personalities

Latest Income: £83,278
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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International Relief Friendship Foundation

Economic and community development, Social welfare

IRFF - UK works to eradicate the causes and effects of poverty and associated problems around the world, especially in Africa, Asia, SE Asia and Europe. We are part of an effective international network which includes the other 80+ national IRFF Chapters, and many other affiliated organisations and associations.

Latest Income: £82,602
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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New Life Community Church North Walsham

Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, Religion, Social welfare

We are a church operating in and serving North Walsham and the surrounding areas. We carry out regular church activities - church services and so on - as well as running an assortment of social activities, children's and youth groups. We are also involved in other various activities such as counselling, particularly pregnancy crisis and bereavement counselling.

Latest Income: £82,264
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Mere Lecture Hall Trust

Arts, Associations, Leisure, Social welfare

Provision of 3 Halls, stage, committee room, kitchen and toilets for the advantage of the people of Mere, in Wiltshire, and to promote spiritual, intellectual and social activities, i.e. Plays, films, sporting, medical and social activities, lectures and public meetings. Annual grants are also offered to organisations and local charities within 8 mile radius of Mere.

Latest Income: £80,945
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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Ellesmere Community Care Centre League Of Friends

Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfare

The main activity of the charity is to raise funds for the support of the Community Care Centre by means of our charity shop and organising social events, attending fetes etc which help our funds and gain publicity.

Latest Income: £80,349
Areas of Operation: Shropshire
Status: Registered
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Stationers Playgroup

Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Social welfare

Stationers Playgroup is a community run pre-school providing Early Years Education through play and social activities for two, three and four year olds.

Latest Income: £80,113
Areas of Operation: Haringey
Status: Registered
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The Orrell Park And District Community Association

Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

We are a Community Centre operating in the Warbreck Ward area of North Liverpool, social, education and leisure opportunities for the community. The activities we offer are; senior citizens activities, health/well being events, learning circles, adult education classes, social activities and community resource for local residents groups

Latest Income: £80,093
Areas of Operation: Liverpool City
Status: Registered
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Tickton Village Hall

Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

Tickton Village Hall is the primary community building in the Parish of Tickton and Routh, providing a facility for local groups and organisations. Activities include a pre school, indoor bowls, social events, youth club, ladies choir, arts & crafts and the hall hosts various meetings for local government, Parish Council and others.

Latest Income: £79,560
Areas of Operation: East Riding Of Yorkshire
Status: Registered
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The Bishop Of Blackburn's Fund For The Widows And Orphans Of Poor Clergy

Beneficiary group, Housing, Professions, Social welfare

TO HELP CLERGY WIDOWS AND RETIRED CLERGY IN CASES OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, PARTICULARLY WITH HOUSING COSTS. SOCIAL EVENTS ARE HELD AND THE SERVICES OF A DIOCESAN OFFICER AND VISITORS ARE PROVIDED.

Latest Income: £79,448
Areas of Operation: Lancashire
Status: Registered
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The Lapid Trust

Arts, Saving of lives, Social welfare

We don't accept unsolicited grant applicationsOverall vision of connectedness and challenging isolationSupporting organisations working in the following areas:1. Health and medicine, particularly mental health2. Helping people thrive in old age3. The use of music and arts in relation to above4. Building trust and friendship between communities5. Responsive relief in disaster zones

Latest Income: £78,752
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Allington Community Association

Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Leisure, Social welfare

We act for the local community. We hold social events for all the community such as disco's, bingo, including a playgroup and an over 60's club. We have a club house for members where we show live sport on both Sky and BT Sport. Castle Colts football club is affiliated to the Association.We have other activities such as Zumba, KungFu, Kick Boxing, Bootcamp and Slimming World.

Latest Income: £77,951
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Liverpool Roots Trust Limited

Associations, Health, Social care, Social welfare

Daycare centre providing a range of educational, therapeutic & social activities to adults recovering from mental ill health. The aim is to stimulate, motivate and offer opportunities for people to learn, become more independent & integrated into community facilities & activities.

Latest Income: £77,283
Areas of Operation: Liverpool City
Status: Registered
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Kerry Playgroup

Beneficiary group, Childcare, Leisure, Social welfare

We cover the seven areas of learning within four sessions each week. A parent and toddler group operates alongside. We organise various fundraisers throughout the year as well as social events - such as Fun Days, Baby Sales, Singalongs, Easter, Halloween and Christmas parties for the children. Our Sports Day is held in July.

Latest Income: £76,480
Areas of Operation: Powys
Status: Registered
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Norwich High School Association

Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfare

Fundraising activities include November Market, sale of wrapping paper, various social activities.

Latest Income: £76,467
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Abergele Hospital League Of Friends

Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Health, Social welfare

Raising funds by means of Donations, Social Events and Running Tea Bar for patients&staff and then donating the money raised to Abergele Hospital for the purchase of equipment

Latest Income: £76,127
Areas of Operation: Conwy
Status: Registered
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Dr Ambedkar Memorial Committee Of Great Britain

Associations, Education, Social welfare

Dhamma teaching classes, school visits, Ambedkar Mission and social activities.

Latest Income: £75,861
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Worth Matravers Village Hall

Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

General charitable activities including fund-raising activities and provision of recreational, artistic and social activities for benefit of local community.

Latest Income: £72,679
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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Ogwell Pre - School

Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Social welfare

Provide a safe, secure, stimulating environment for children. Enhance development of children below school age in a parent-involving, community based group. Ensure equality of opportunity for all Provide experienced staff to care for children during their time at Pre-School. Encourage fun and friendship with children and adults. Ensure families directly involved in the activities of the group.

Latest Income: £72,373
Areas of Operation: Devon
Status: Registered
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Westerhope And District Community Association

Arts, Associations, Leisure, Social welfare

Dance,Zumba,Craft, Bowling Club - Men and Women,Badminton,Snooker,Exercise,Women Institute,Football - Junior, Resident Meetings,Ward Committee,Social Activities,Meeting Rooms for public, local authority and others,Play facilities for Young PeopleArea of benefit Newcastle upon Tyne

Latest Income: £71,702
Areas of Operation: Newcastle Upon Tyne City
Status: Registered
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Rotary Club Of Bognor Hotham Trust Fund

Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfare

The Rotary Club of Bognor Hotham Trust Fund raises funds by holding a variety of events, the largest of which is an 10K run held May each year. Other events include a Christmas float collection, as well other fund raising social events. The aim of the Club is to distribute all the funds raised to local & international charities and good causes, with an emphasis given to young people.

Latest Income: £71,190
Areas of Operation: West Sussex
Status: Registered
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Great Shefford Under Fives

Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Social welfare

We run a Pre-School 3 days a week, term time, plus a Baby & Toddler group once a week at the Village Hall. The group provides educational and social activities for young children plus an opportunity for local families to meet and socialise in our rural area. We are inspected by Ofsted and supported by the West Berkshire Early Years team. We are a member of the Early Years Alliance.

Latest Income: £71,158
Areas of Operation: West Berkshire
Status: Registered
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1st Thorley (st James) Scout Group

Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfare

Part of the Worldwide group of Scouting for young persons. Activities are many geared towards the age various age groups and are set to challenge each individual whilst encouraging team work and friendship along the way

Latest Income: £70,748
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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War Memorial Recreation Ground And Village Hall

Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Heritage, Housing, Leisure, Social welfare

Community Social Activities such as Bonfire Night parties, Quizes, Amateur Dramatic Society performances, Keep fit, Extend, Bingo, Bowls.Home to Fairhaven First Steps, a pre-school group which holds four morning sessions a week.Shower and Changing Room for local football club and Cricket clubs. Cricket and Football pitch.Children's play area with equipment.

Latest Income: £69,351
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Whitley Lodge Under Fives

Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Social welfare

Whitley Lodge Under Fives is committed to providing a safe, stimulating and caring environment, where learning is fun and children can enjoy social interaction with their peers. We are sensitive to children's individual needs and encourage them to reach their full potential at their own pace. We work in partnership with parents to provide a quality pre-school experience.

Latest Income: £69,172
Areas of Operation: North Tyneside
Status: Registered
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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.