Society Charities
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Hindu Society Of Kirklees And Calderdale
Health, Religion, Social welfare, SocietyPromoting awareness of Hinduism through education and meditation. Developing close links with other religious groups. Leading interfaith activities and community cohesion events to promote social inclusion.
Stratford-Upon-Avon Society
Arts, Economic and community development, Education, SocietyAs a local civic society we organise educational activities to encourage awareness of local heritage. We hold seminars to share best practice with similar towns and we make recommendations to the local councils on the physical and economic development of the town. We publish educational books on the local environment and we support local schools in their citizenship curriculum.
Air Cadets (wales And West) Welfare And Sports Fund
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, SocietyTo promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force.To provide training which will be useful in Service and civilian life.To foster the spirit of adventure and to develop the qualities of leadership and good citizenship.
Nottingham Unit 258 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, SocietyTraining in leadership and team building skills, citizenship, water based and all round healthy and well structured activities - with vocational qualifications available via partnerships with organisations such as BTEC, CVQ/NVQ and Duke of Edinburgh Awards.
Women's Institute - Harlow
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyTo enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life (including arts, crafts and sciences) to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions (both national and international) in music, drama & other cultural subjects, and in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health & social welfare.
1st Eppleton Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, SocietyScout GroupThe Group's aim, in common with that of the Scout Association, is the physical, mental and spiritual development of young people. The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings.
Hammerwich Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Leisure, SocietyTo enable women to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, music, drama and other cultural subjects and in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health & social welfare. Hammerwich WI Hall is also available to other groups within the community for meetings and social and recreational activities.
Women's Institute - Springfield
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyTo further the objectives of the WI Movement. "To improve and develop conditions of rural and urban life and to advance the education of women in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects, and to secure instruction and training in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare".
World Congress Of Faiths
Arts, SocietyPublishes a biannual Journal, Interreligious Insight, and occasional books. Runs lectures, conferences, retreats etc. Works with other interfaith organisations. A personal membership educational charity established 1936.
The Atlantic Council Of The United Kingdom
Education, SocietyThe Atlantic Council of the United Kingdom is an educational charity that promotes knowledge of the North Atlantic Treaty, NATO, and international affairs. It promotes democracy, international understanding, and the values set forth in the North Atlantic Treaty. It fosters debate and dialogue with universities, educational bodies, and the wider public.
Bewdley Civic Society
Economic and community development, SocietyConservation within the Area of Benefit (Borough of Bewdley on 31 March 1974).Promotion of civic pride in The Area of Benefit.Preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in The Area of Benefit.Promotion of research into subjects connected with the above.
Bideford And District Unit 35 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, SocietyThe sea cadet corps is a national youth charity providing young people between the ages of 10 & 18 with life skills and the core qualities of good citizenship - teamwork, self-respect and social responsibility.
Aberystwyth Silver Band
Arts, Charity and VCS support, SocietyTHE PRINCIPAL AIM OF THE ABERYSTWYTH SILVER BAND IS TO SUPPORT LOCAL TOURISM, CIVIC DUTY AND CHARITY FUND-RAISING EVENTS THROUGH THE MEDIA OF MUSIC. IT PERFORMS IN ASSOCIATION WITH LOCAL CHORAL SOCIETIES IN PARTICULAR TO PROMOTE THIS AIM.
9th Erith Air Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, SocietyProviding good quality Scouting for girls and boys aged 6 to 14 years of age through a structured programme of activities to promote good citizenship, self respect and self reliance in acordance with the method and policies of the Scout Association.
Blackpool Civic Trust
Economic and community development, Heritage, SocietyOur objectives and aims are to stimulate a sense of civic pride, to promote high standards of planning and architecture and to secure the preservation, protection and improvement of features of historical or public interest.
Lightwater Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyTo enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life including Arts, Crafts and Science to improve and develop conditions of rural life. To advance their education in citizenship in public questions, both national and international in music, drama and other cultural subjects, branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare.
The Concord Drum And Bugle Corps
Arts, Beneficiary group, SocietyMarching display band for young people. Teaching music and movement skills,team work and general good citizenship. Public performances at a variety of outdoor and indoor events throught the UK and Europe
The Matheson Trust
Arts, SocietyRegular fortnightly discussion groups in relation to the study of comparative religion including the great metaphysical and religious traditions of the world; publication of academic works in relation to the above; maintenance of a free online library of multimedia resources for the study of comparative religion with a global reach; organising public events to educate the public on interfaith.
The Peterborough Civic Society
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Heritage, SocietyThe objectives of the Society is to promote high standards of planning, civic pride, public education in the geography, history and architecture within Peterborough. Also to secure protection and to preserve the development and improvement of features of historic, cultural or public interest throughout the city and its' environs.
Gates Green Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, SocietyWomen's Institute meetings W I Activities advance the education and citizenship of women and enable them to work together in their communities to put into practive the ideals for which the WI stands.
The Berwick-Upon-Tweed Civic Society
Economic and community development, Society(a) To encourage high standards of planning, architecture, landscaping and amenities, in the area of benefit.(b) To support and where possible to secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of benefit.(c) To stimulate public interest and promote civic pride in the area of benefit.
The Bernie Grant Trust
SocietyThe Bernie Grant Trust has a broad remit to address disadvantage arising from race and ethnicity. It has delivered Community Leadership Programmes in several UK locations and also owns the archives of the late Bernie Grant MP housed at the Bishopsgate Institute, which are used for a variety of educational and research purposes.
Market Drayton Museum And Civic Society
Economic and community development, Heritage, SocietyTo maintain a Museum and Heritage Centre. To preserve artefacts and documents associated with the Town. To promote an interest in local history and the built environment, engendering a sense of identity, citizenship and civic pride. To share knowledge and research. To keep a watch on buildings within the Conservation Area, and comment on significant planning applications in the town.
The Coventry Society
Economic and community development, Heritage, SocietyTo promote high standards of planning, urban design and architecture in or affecting Coventry. To preserve and to promote understanding and appreciation of the built landscape and environmental heritage and the history of Coventry. To hold meetings, lectures and exhibitions. To educate public opinion and give appropriate advice and information to enable active citizenship.
The Countess Mountbatten's Own Legion Of Frontiersmen
Beneficiary group, Saving of lives, SocietyTo help police,fire,search and rescue,lifeboat,civil defence,military and/or other emergency services and to acquire relevant and externally recognised skills .To provide financial and other assistance to aged and infirm members in need and to their wives, widows and children.To teach young members between the ages of 14 and 18 the principles of discipline, loyalty, service and good citizenship .
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many society charities are there in the UK?
There are 292 registered society charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
What is the combined annual income of society charities?
Society charities reported a combined annual income of £275.3m across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for society charities?
Across all society charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 78.6%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of society charities?
Society charities have an average annual income of £921k. 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.