The British Asian Trust reaches out to the poorest people in South Asia. We unite the community to address the most urgent problems–the very roots of poverty–facing disadvantaged communities today.The Trust is managing donations to The Pakistan Recovery Fund to rebuild lives following the floods.
CAFOD works with local partners and communities across the world - responding to emergencies, promoting long-term development and raising public awareness of the causes of poverty. We work with people of all faiths and none for a safe, sustainable and peaceful world.
Shrewsbury House is a Youth and Community Centre based in West Everton that seeks to meet the educational, social and spiritual needs of the local community, with a specific priority for children and young people.
The Ashmore Foundation provides grants to social causes within the Emerging Markets which enhance human welfare, opportunities and capabilities, particularly for those that are vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. The Foundation prioritises initiatives that improve educational, health and livelihood outcomes, through organisations which display a deep knowledge of the local context and culture, demonstrable involvement of and commitment to the community served, a good track record, professionalism, ability to measure results, and cost-effectiveness.
The Africa Foundation facilitates the empowerment and development of people living in or adjacent to protected areas in Southern and East Africa. We fund projects based on the needs within the communities specifically in the following three areas: * _Education_ (http://www.africafoundation.org/) - school improvement, bursary schemes, conservation lessons * _Healthcare_ (http://www.africafoundation.org/) - primary healthcare centres, HIV/AIDs awareness programmes, access to water, sanitation - agricultural projects, skills centres, entrepreneurial support A key Africa Foundation aim is to help break the cycle of poverty. We therefore seek to support projects that combine to provide a ‘conveyor belt’ of resources from pre-natal care, right the way through to university bursaries.
SKT Welfare aims to sustainably relieve the suffering of the world's poorest communities and make a difference to those most needy. Education plays a central role in all of SKT Welfare's major projects, we believe it is the foundation for establishing sustainable change.
Moto in the Community Trust is the charitable arm of Moto the UK's largest provider of motorway service areas. The Trust is a grant making charity that focuses on making a difference to the 48 local communities that Moto are part of.
Providing educational and social provisions for communities
Emerging Leaders exists to bring the best leadership development into the worlds most vulnerable communities. Why? Because no sustainable change can happen without good leadership. Why? Because where you are born in the world should not determine your access to the best development opportunity.
With approx 70,000 participations per year, from 3 to 93+ yrs old, our aim is to significantly increase the number of those taking part in various activities AFCCT offers a broad range of wider community engagement programmes. We are also a dementia friendly organisation
LCF is a unique, catalyst organisation that helps some of the most marginalised people in London by bridging the gap between the rich and poor. We work with philanthropists from the private and public sector to provide funding for London organisations and individuals that otherwise lack support.
Discover Islam is a full-time public information centre conveniently located in the heart of Luton’s town centre. We are a community based organisation that has been inspired by our values in order to make a positive difference in our town and to make the town we love even better to live in for all.
Objective: To invest in the communities in which Vodafone operates
Community work is deep seated in the history of MCFC and is essential in the future development of the Club. CITC are therefore committed to supporting communities both locally and globally addressing social issues and having a real impact.
Temwa is an organisation that raises funds to implement community-based projects in Malawi, southern Africa. Temwa is based in an area called Usisya, on the north shore of Lake Malawi. This remote area has no electricity, no running water and is severely affected by the AIDS epidemic. Due to poor road and telecommunications infrastructure, public services and other relief efforts are very limited. Overseen by a project Manager in Malawi, Temwa runs a series of programmes that are aimed at proving sustainable, community-driven development in four key areas: Health education, Skills development, Agriculture and irrigation and Schools support. In the future Temwa plans to establish similar schemes in other parts of Malawi.
We are "Women building better communities." Our vision is of a London where each person has the opportunity and means to prosper. We provide volunteers and resources to support projects eliminating poverty and its effects in London. Our 400 members give over 20,000 volunteer hours to London each year, all with the goal of improving the lives of Londoners in need.
Travelteer Impact empowers under developed communities and their environments in Sri Lanka. This is achieved by creating projects that provide long-term support for the advancement of education and well being.
Through our programs, we hope to uplift the spirit and well-being of the poorest of the poor through feeding, community development, and gift giving. We work to build strong relationships and commitments with our partnerships, local governments, Ministries of Education, and community leadership. Our mission is to bring real and lasting change to children in poverty. We do this by creating partnerships with communities and implementing programs which will reduce their daily struggles, invest in their potential, and provide them with the opportunity to grow up healthy, educated, and prepared to succeed and contribute to society. Our vision is a global community, free from poverty, where children are protected and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Competitors brave the uncertain winter weather, deep mud and the cold river Blackwater. They are well supported by the local community. The Maldon Mud Race has for many years raised funds for local charities. Supporting
The Screwfix Foundation is a new charity set up by Screwfix in 2013. The charity has a clear purpose of raising funds to support projects that will fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities specifically for those in need in the UK.
The Saga Charitable Trust supports sustainable projects in developing countries that host Saga holidaymakers. By working closely with local communities, the Trust is able to make a real difference, especially in healthcare, education, training and income generating schemes.
Serving the community now and for future generations.
The Furniture Makers enhances the lives of people who are working, or have worked, in the UK furnishing industry and who are facing financial hardship or a personal crisis. It provides grants for desperately needed one-off items and weekly grants for individuals, couples and families in need.
Hands On London is a charitable organisation, dedicated to community based volunteerism. We strive to make volunteering in London as easy and accessible as possible for those looking to give back to their community. Our mission is to equip, motivate and inspire people to take action that changes the world. Founded in 2010, we are a registered charity that acts as an intermediary between not-for-profits, charities, community groups and volunteers (both individuals and corporates). We offer flexible and diverse volunteering opportunities in the greater London area. We source volunteers for charities' and community groups‘ ongoing projects and design and manage new projects that support these organisations. Inspired by New York Cares, we work closely with the global umbrella organisation, Hands On Network.
African Vision Malawi is a non-profit charity supporting over 3,000 orphans in the rural areas of the Lilongwe and Dowa districts in Malawi, Africa. The orphans are supported within their communities and the total population of the area of support is over 45,000. www.landirani.orgOur Vision is to see a healthy, educated, self-sufficient community in Malawi through promoting and building educational facilities, enhancing the ability of the community to become self-sufficient, ensuring the care of orphaned and vulnerable people affected by HIV/AIDS and providing fresh water and sanitation.