Social welfare Charities
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St Peter's Aid For The Needy
Social welfareThe relief of poverty and suffering wherever possible both locally and overseas, mainly from donations by the parishioners of Catholic Leamington (St Peter's Leamington, St Joseph's Whitnash, Our Lady's Lillington) for projects commended by them.
The Knights Of The Round Table Benevolent Fund
Education, Social welfareThe charity funds awards, exhibitions, special prizes bursaries and scholarships for the purpose of education and training.
Porthleven Companions
Leisure, Social welfareProvide companionship, stimulation, activities, entertainment, bingo, speakers, competitions at a weekly meeting in Porthleven. Provide transport to and from weekly meetings, also for visiting restaurants, shopping, and outings for people living in Porthleven or surrounding areas.
The Raec And Ets Branch Association
Armed forces, Social welfare(1) Provide support to former members of the AEC/RAEC, serving & former officers of the AGC(ETS) Branch & former members of WRAC permanently employed with RAEC, and their dependants who are in need hardship or distress.(2) Promote the military efficiency of the Army specifically the ETS Branch by fostering esprit de corps within the Branch and preserving its traditions and those of the AEC/RAEC.
The Province Of Middlesex Benevolent Fund
Social welfareRelief of distress and related activities.
Cfdn
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe are dedicated to provide a supportive community for individuals living with disabilities and their families through a range of networking events, support groups, face to face activities, providing advice and resources, support and friendship, whilst promoting an inclusive environment to those we serve.
Caring And Sharing Association East Sussex
Social welfareWe support the disadvantaged in certain developing countries as detailed in our report and accounts. We cannot reply to unsolicited requests for help.
The Charity For Licensed Ministers In The Diocese Of Chelmsford
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Professions, Social welfareThe prime purpose is to provide financial assistance to "poor clergy" throughout the Chelmsford Diocese. This includes those whose own parents are now among their dependants. Support extends into retirement and-after death-continues to provide grants for surviving spouses and dependant children.
44th Norwich (1st Old Catton) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Leisure, Social welfareWe provide social activities for young people from age 5 to 17, including sports, cookery & handicrafts. These mainly take place in the safe environment of our own premises. We hold various functions to raise money for the Group i.e. Quiz & Chip nights & raffles.
Crayford Ecclesiastical Charities
Housing, Religion, Social welfareThe trust comprises three self-contained single floor cottages known as the almshouses, which are for aged and deserving poor single persons or couples who are communicant members of the Church of England. There are additional charity funds which augment the income of the almshouses. Annie Pim, Theodore Pim, and ER Stoneham are collectively known as the Crayford Ecclesiastical Charities.
Starmaker Theatre Company
Arts, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfare1.To provide training for young people in all aspects of the performing arts2.To provide guidance and assistance in all social and career matters related to the entertainment industry.3.To provide top quality entertainment for the community4.To provide a healthy environment for young people to meet, work together and socialize in.5.To build the Company for future generations.
West Norfolk Islamic Association
Charity and VCS support, Religion, Social welfareFundraising, socialising, community support.
H J Rawlings Trust
Social welfareTo relieve persons who are in need, hardship or distress, with preference being given to employees and ex-employees of John Holt and Company (Liverpool) Limited.
Aston Le Walls Village Hall
Facilities, Social welfareTo provide and maintain a community facility and organise social events primarily for the benefit of the residents of the villages of Aston le Walls and Appletree.
The Friends Of Highcliffe Primary School
Associations, Education, Social welfareDiscos, School Fayre's, Mother's Day, Ice cream, Quiz night, Easter Egg hunt, Bagstoschool clothing collection,2nd hand uniform
Nantwich Churchwardens' Merged Charity
Social welfareTo provide relief to residents in the administrative area of Nantwich Town Council who are in need, hardship or distress
Ministers Benevolent Society
Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo help elderly and infirm unitarian ministers and their families; and for the aid of spouses, widow(ers) and families of any such ministers as may be suffering from ill health or be left without adequate means of support.
Three Holes Village Hall And Playing Field
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareThe charity exists to maintain and make available the facilities of the village hall and playingfield for use by the inhabitants of the village and surrounding area.Types of activities at village hall (meetings, lectures, classes, social events, physical activities) and at the playng field (sports, exercise, children's play, outdoor events)
Rose Trust
Housing, Social welfareProvision of low-cost housing and alleviation of poverty in Wadhurst.
Linton Park Almshouses
Housing, Social welfareProvides accommodation for poor people of good character, preference given to those who live in the village of Linton.
The Kingsgrove Charitable Trust
Social welfareRelief of poverty
Truman Enterprise Narrowboat Trust
Beneficiary group, Social welfareProvide and operate narrowboats for youth, community and family groups including disabled, disadvantaged and elderly groups.
Chadwell St Mary Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, Leisure, Religion, Social welfareWeddings, Parties, Church meetings, Keep Fit, Weight Watchers, Community Theatre and all Social events that you would expect from a community hall.
The Sir Richard Raynes Foundation And Others
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Leisure, Social welfareoffers grants to promote the education of persons under 27 yrs who live in, or have attended school/college in, the town of Melton Mowbray for a period of two years at any time. Trustees deem 'Education' to include, inter alia, assistance with overseas trips, gap year projects, sports projects, Scout/Guide and similar projects and help with school clothing for needy families.
Polkerris Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfareScouting for boys and girls beginning at the age of 4 upwards.All types of physical, intellectual and social activities, to promote the development of young people in achieving their full potential as individuals and responsible citizens. We provide an enjoyable scheme of training, based on the Scout Promise and Law and guided by adult leadership.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many social welfare charities are there in the UK?
There are 7,374 registered social welfare charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 welfare charities?
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 welfare charities?
Across all 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 welfare charities?
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.