Society Charities That specialise in Citizenship
Discover 450 Society charities that specialise in citizenship. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Christian Vision
SocietyAdvancement of the Christian faith; relief of needy, aged or sick people; advancement of Christian based education; promotion of good citizenship and moral values and purposes beneficial to the community. Mission statement: To introduce people to Jesus and encourage those who acknowledge Him to accept Him as the Son of God and become His true followers.
Goodenough College
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfare, SocietyGoodenough College provides residential accommodation for British and international postgraduate students and their families in central London. We deliver a vibrant community through a unique programme of intellectual, cultural and social activities in line with our values of global citizenship and social responsibility. The Burn offers accommodation and an academic retreat in Scotland.
The Duke Of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation
Beneficiary group, SocietyThe Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is the world's leading achievement award for young people, bringing together practical experiences and life skills to create committed global citizens.The mission of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation is to promote the International Award, provide young people with the award and preserve the quality of the award worldwide.
Jewish Futures Trust Limited
Religion, SocietyTo advance Jewish education, connection and culture;The sharing of values that build good citizenship, social responsibility and goodness in society;The promotion of the efficiency and effectiveness of charities and effective use of charitable resources; andThe furtherance of such other charitable purposes that the directors may from time to time in their absolutediscretion think fit.
The Pony Club
Animals, Beneficiary group, Leisure, SocietyTo encourage young people to ride and to enjoy all kinds of sport connected with ponies and riding. To give instruction in riding and in all matters relating to ponies and riding and to provide education in looking after and taking proper care of animals. To promote the highest ideals of sportsmanship, citizenship and loyalty to create strength of character and self-discipline.
North England Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Religion, Saving of lives, SocietyA Christian Church involved in promoting the Gospel: active in education & service to the whole community through programmes aimed at youth, family, marriage, health and spiritual development; all seek to encourage good citizenship. A strong emphasis is placed on healthful living to prevent disease. The charity, as a Mission, also assists overseas in humanitarian aid through its related charities.
The Charles Kalms, Henry Ronson Immanuel College
Education, Religion, SocietyThe College aims for the highest standards of academic excellence in both Jewish and secular studies. It aims to create in its pupils an integrated personality whose Jewish identity is knowledgeable, secure and proud, a spur to achievement and responsibility, and a challenge to exemplary citizenship in an ethically and religiously pluralistic society.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Social welfare, SocietyThe Association is dedicated to promoting the ideals and activities of the Army Cadet Force, a national, military themed, voluntary youth movement open to boys and girls of all backgrounds and abilities. In providing educational, adventurous, competitve and social activities the Association's key priorities are citizenship development, leadership training, and confidence building.
Berkhampstead School (cheltenham) Trust Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Leisure, SocietyThe charity provides a caring and well rounded education to children aged between 3 & 11, ensuring an awareness of others & promoting citizenship. It is intended that pupils will achieve their full potential academically as well as in music, art, drama & sport. After school activities are provided so that pupils can develop outside the main curriculum.
The National Memorial Arboretum Company Limited
Heritage, Housing, SocietyThe NMA is home to 150 acres of trees and over 300 memorials including the Armed Forces Memorial. It provides a focal point for the commemoration of those who have given their lives, reunion of those who served and the education of all in citizenship, military history, the effects of armed conflict, conflict resolution and reconciliation. It is a suitable venue for celebrations and group visits.
Longacre School
Beneficiary group, Education, SocietyThe school aims to provide the highest standard of education, achieving academic success and promoting good citizenship. A wide range of academic and non-academic activities are offered. Very able children are identified and supported and there is a thriving special needs department supporting children with a variety of needs including children with statements of special educational need.
The National Federation Of Women's Institutes Of England, Wales, Jersey, Guernsey And The Isle Of Man
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyProvides national coordination for the WI organisation; advances the education of women and girls in important local and national political and social issues, music, drama and other cultural subjects, agriculture, crafts, home economics, science, health and social welfare; promotes sustainable development; advances health and advances citizenship by promoting civic responsibility and volunteering.
Groundwork South And North Tyneside Limited
Economic and community development, Education, SocietyWorking with communities to build stronger neighbourhoods.Working to realise the potential of young peopleThrough education, promoting learning, citizenship and sustainabilityWorking to reconnect people and placesWorking to provide training for employment and stimulating enterpriseWorking to help businesses succeed
Bukhman Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Leisure, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfare, SocietyThe Charity will carry out activities for the public benefit to provide relief by such means as are charitable, for children and adults, by the provision of grants in relation to: poverty; education; religion; health or saving lives; citizenship or community development; the arts, culture, heritage or science; amateur sport; human rights; the environment; animal welfare; and rescue services.
Volunteer Cornwall
Charity and VCS support, SocietyVolunteer Cornwall is a charity dedicated to building social capital and developing the wellbeing of individuals and communities in Cornwall. It does this by working in collaboration with a wide range of organisations to promote and support active citizenship and voluntary action covering the emotional, social, environmental and economic needs and opportunities in Cornwall.
Health For All (leeds) LTD
Beneficiary group, Social welfare, SocietyPromote the preservation and protection of good health and advance education on matters related to healthAdvance citizenship and community developmentPromote social inclusion, relieve the needs of people who are socially excluded and assist their integration into societyPromote community capacity buildingProvide relief to those in need by reason of youth, age, ill health, disability etc.
Cisv International Limited
Beneficiary group, SocietyCISV provides a range of unique, educational group activities, which develop cross-cultural understanding in children and youth from around the world. By encouraging respect for cultural differences and the development of self-awareness, CISV empowers each participant to incorporate these values into their lives as they become global citizens and strive for a more peaceful world.
Jewish Lads' And Girls' Brigade
Beneficiary group, Religion, SocietyThe JLGB trains and develops young people of the Jewish faith to reach their potential through active citizenship, within both the Jewish and wider community, empowering them to become future leaders of tomorrow. The JLGB removes barriers to participation by providing positive activities and experiences that meet the religious and cultural needs of the Jewish community.
Third Sector Leaders Kirklees
Economic and community development, SocietyTo promote any charitable purposes for the public benefit in the local government district of Kirklees, and in particular the advancement of education and the arts, culture or heritage, the advancement of health, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement, the advancement of citizenship or community development and the relief of disadvantage.
National Justice Museum
Arts, Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Heritage, SocietyTo maintain the heritage site of the Shire Hall and its collections for access by the general public to learn about the law and its history. Through Education programmes, deliver citizenship (legal literacy, community involvement, understanding social and moral rights and responsibilities), history, crime prevention, to young people.
Lincolnshire Bomber Command Memorial
Armed forces, Heritage, SocietyTo foster good citizenship and advance education for the benefit of the public at large by the provision and maintenance of a memorial, visitor centre, museum and archive: to hold collections for the benefit of the public to commemorate those who served, supported or suffered in air bombing campaigns since the formation of the Royal Air Force.
Read For Good
Arts, Beneficiary group, Social welfare, SocietyRead for Good's aim is the advancement of education of children and young people in the UK, by the promotion of reading for pleasure and associated literacy skills; and the advancement of citizenship, and the provision of relief to disadvantaged children and young people in the UK.
School Of Hard Knocks
Economic and community development, Education, Health, Leisure, SocietySchool of Hard Knocks uses sport and other challenging activities to help participants re-engage with school or find employment. All of our courses seek to develop a sense of citizenship and work towards improvement in mental and physical health and wellbeing. Other objectives include: Reduced crime, money management, career planning, increased confidence and increased personal responsibility.
Board Of Deputies Charitable Foundation
Charitable activities, Heritage, Religion, Saving of lives, SocietyRelating to any part of world:--advancement of the education of the public & the knowledge & understanding of Judaism & Jewish history & culture; the promotion of research into those disciplines; the promotion of good race relations between the Jewish community & the rest of society; the promotion of the efficiency of the police within the community at large & the promotion of good citizenship
Woodcraft Folk
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfare, SocietyEstablished in 1925 now throughout the UK, running co-educational groups of children and young people. Aims to build a sustainable world, on rights, equality, friendship, peace & co-operation. Tries to educate and empower children and young people to be able to participate in society, improving their lives and others through active citizenship, whilst supporting and training adult volunteers.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many citizenship society charities are there in the UK?
There are 450 registered citizenship society charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the citizenship society charities by income?
International Rescue Committee, U.k is the largest by latest reported annual income (£116.5m). 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 citizenship society charities?
Citizenship society charities reported a combined annual income of £1.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for citizenship society charities?
Across all citizenship society charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 82.9%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of citizenship society charities?
Citizenship society charities have an average annual income of £578k. 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.