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Families BE103

Families is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Beneficiary group category.

12,657 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 6.22% of all charities.

Keywords to find charities

UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.

The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:

\b(family|families)\b

Distribution by size of charity

Income band Charities with tag Percent of all charities
Under £10k 3,487 4.90%
£10k - £100k 3,914 5.56%
£100k - £250k 1,692 7.54%
£250k - £500k 994 8.98%
£500k - £1m 612 8.78%
£1m - £10m 837 9.12%
Over £10m 210 9.34%
Total 11,746 6.07%

Distribution by charity regulator

Regulator Charities with tag Percent of all charities
ccew 10,318 6.01%
oscr 1,523 6.11%
ccni 816 11.67%
Total 12,657 6.22%

Ten largest charities (by income)

Name Latest income
THE ORMISTON TRUST [Charity number: 1164358]
Ormiston Trust supports children and their families by way of grants to Ormiston organisations and the sponsorship of Multi Academy Trusts. Four core values underpin our work: Nurture; Empower; Innovate; and Impact.
£436,907,000
Barnardo's [Charity number: SC037605]
The Objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: To promote the care, safety and upbringing of children and young people by:- supporting and assisting those in need, their families and carers. promoting their health. and advancing their education. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
£345,552,000
OASIS CHARITABLE TRUST [Charity number: 1026487]
Oasis Charitable Trust is a family of organisations running community Hubs providing holistic support to the communities we serve. Our work includes our Academies programme, youthwork, Chaplaincy services & churches, anti human traffiking campaigning through STOP THE TRAFFIK, Higher Education courses through Oasis College and supported housing through Oasis Aquila Housing.
£344,497,000
Change, Grow, Live [Charity number: SC039861]
The objects of the Charity are, for the public benefit: 3.1 the advancement of health or the saving of lives, and the prevention or relief of poverty among: 3.1.1 people who have been, or are, or are at risk of becoming: 3.1.1.1 affected by use of or dependent on drugs, alcohol or other substances. 3.1.1.2 homeless. 3.1.1.3 imprisoned. 3.1.2 young people. 3.1.3 such other people identified by the Trustees from time to time. 3.1.4 the families, carers and dependents of such persons. (“Beneficiaries”), in particular (but not exclusively) by providing information, advice, support, services, interventions and treatment. 3.2 the advancement of education among: 3.2.1 Beneficiaries, and the relief of their unemployment, in particular (but not exclusively) by providing information, advice, support and services. and 3.2.2 the general public in relation to the experiences of Beneficiaries, in particular (but not exclusively) by conducting and promoting research, gathering and sharing data, and raising awareness. 3.3 the promotion of such other charitable purposes as the Trustees see fit from time to time. Nothing in these Articles shall authorise an application of the property of the Charity for purposes which are not charitable in accordance with any statutory provision regarding the meaning of the word 'charitable' or the words 'charitable purposes' in force in any part of the United Kingdom.
£339,714,761
CHANGE, GROW, LIVE [Charity number: 1079327]
CGL provides a range of services to support individuals, families and communities whose lives are adversely affected by crime, substance misuse, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, domestic violence, social deprivation and lack of opportunity.The Charity works with challenging service users with complex needs, including those with entrenched drug habits and offending behaviour.
£339,714,761
MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT [Charity number: 261017]
Macmillan Cancer Support exists to help improve the lives of people affected by cancer - those with cancer and their families, carers and communities. We are a source for support, helping anyone affected by cancer navigate through the system to get what they need, and a force for change, working to improve cancer care.
£245,546,254
Macmillan Cancer Support [Charity number: SC039907]
to provrde support, assistance and Information directly or rndirectly to people affected by cancer, (b) to further and build cancer awareness, education and research, (c) to promote and Influence effective care, Involvement and support for people affected by cancer In this Memorandum, 'people offected by cancer' Includes individuals who have a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis, their carers, families, friends, work colleagues, and anyone else directly or indirectly affected by cancer
£245,546,000
Royal Mencap Society [Charity number: SC041079]
‘The charity's objects ('Objects') are specifically restricted to advancing the health, education and the well-being of people with a learning disability and their families and carers (the beneficiaries) by providing, procuring or facilitating care, services and facilities and to advance equality and diversity for people with a learning disability.’
£244,357,000
MARIE CURIE [Charity number: 207994]
Marie Curie is a UK charity dedicated to the care of people with terminal illnesses:Provide specialist care for the terminally illHelp and support families and carers of the terminally illResearch the best ways to care for the terminally illCampaign for the terminally ill to be able to die in their place of choice
£181,101,000
Marie Curie [Charity number: SC038731]
The Charity is established as a memorial to the late Marie Curie in lasting tribute to her life’s work, and in particular to her discovery of radium and its contribution in fighting the disease of cancer. The charity exists to serve all those with a terminal diagnosis, from cancer or other causes, their families and carers. The objects for which the charity is established for the public benefit are: 2.1.1 to provide and develop caring services, offering support, care and compassion through palliative care, advice and assistance for the benefit of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers. 2.1.2 to undertake and fund research into any aspect of the care and support of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers. and 2.1.3 to provide information, education and support to patients, their families, carers, those working in medical and other caring fields and the public regarding the care of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses.
£181,101,000

Ten random charities

Name Latest income
AUTISM ALL STARS FOUNDATION UK [Charity number: 1152681]
Offering extensive advice and support via our helpline and website. Supporting members of the autism community during times of crisis due to violence, illness, poverty, substance abuse etc.Organising and hosting a variety of social events and free clubs for autistic people, their families and loved ones. Giving talks and presentations to help raise awareness of autism and Asperger's syndrome.
£31,354
THE ABILITIES IN ME FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1197965]
We aim to promote inclusivity and raise awareness of many conditions through our children's book series. We run events including family fun days, school workshops and book reading activities. We donate equipment and books to schools, families and hospitals alongside awarding grants to families in need.
£27,271
THE ORGANIC FAMILY FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1199659]
The Organic Family Foundation supports their charity partners by providing financial support, supplying them with food donations, hosting events, and creating partnerships. Their efforts all work towards helping to raise funds, increase volunteer engagement, and awareness for the charities. The Foundation also organises food bank events that are aimed at reducing poverty and hunger.
£41,437
Family Foundations SCIO [Charity number: SC049571]
• The organisation’s purposes are: o the relief of the needs of families and children affected by adverse life events and in furtherance of this by. o The provision of supportive services and interventions designed to support and strengthen family relationships. o Working in partnership with other bodies to further the purposes.
£20,156
STEVEN'S BIRTHDAY BOX [Charity number: 1212599]
THE RELIEF OF POVERTY OR FINANCIAL HARDSHIP IN ENGLAND FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY PROVIDING BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND ASSOCIATED ITEMS SUCH AS A BIRTHDAY CAKE AND PRESENT FOR CHILDREN WHOSE FAMILIES COULD NOT OTHERWISE AFFORD THEM.
FIRST ASIAN SUPPORT TRUST (FAST) LTD [Charity number: 1095379]
FAST helps marginalised people develop life, digital & employability skills, address issues they face and improve their, and their families', health. We are available for all but particularly support those with seen/unseen disabilities and from communities experiencing racial and other inequalities. We achieve this through Employability, Citizenship, Literacy, Digital and other training & support.
£11,655
JEMS CIO [Charity number: 1205010]
THE RELIEF OF SICKNESS AND PROMOTION OF GOOD HEALTH OF WOMEN AND THEIR BABIES PRIMARILY OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY THROUGH: A) PROVIDING SUPPORT DURING PREGNANCY AND WHEN BECOMING A NEW MOTHER;B) THROUGH PROMOTING CARE AND UPBRINGING OF BABIES AND CHILDREN THROUGH FAMILY SUPPORT;C) IN SUCH OTHER WAYS AS THE TRUSTEES DETERMINE.
£29,608
COMMUNITY HANDS [Charity number: 1196911]
Community hands is a charity who offer support to persons or families in need or who are homeless and we empower the community to support each other,we create and seek resources to help them acquire settled lives in the community.
£4,285
North East Eating Disorders Support (Scotland) [Charity number: SC043640]
(a) To relieve and support sufferers from eating disorders, including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and other eating disorders (hereinafter referred to as 'eating disorders') without distinction of political, religious or other opinions. (b) To relieve and support physical and mental health of the families and other carers or those suffering from eating disorders. (c) To promote and advance education about eating disorders wherever possible. (d) To promote research into the causes, consequences and management of eating disorders.
£22
SHREWSBURY MUSIC THERAPY UNIT TRUST FUND [Charity number: 702974]
PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO THSE FAMILIES UNABLE TO FINANCE THE THERAPY REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED BY DOCTORS AND SOCIAL SERVICES
£4,874