Racial; ethnic or national communities `BE111`¶

Racial; ethnic or national communities is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Beneficiary group category.

626 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.31% 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:

Distribution by size of charity¶

Income band	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
Under £10k	202	0.27%
£10k - £100k	184	0.27%
£100k - £250k	82	0.40%
£250k - £500k	44	0.45%
£1m - £10m	30	0.35%
£500k - £1m	28	0.45%
Over £10m	4	0.20%
Total	574	0.30%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	454	0.27%
oscr	100	0.40%
ccni	72	1.00%
Total	626	0.31%

Ten largest charities (by income)¶

Name	Latest income
Bryson Charitable Group [Charity number: NI101396] Our services are delivered through five subsidiary charitable companies and two social enterprise trading companies. Our work to address fuel poverty, Bryson Energy, remains within the parent company and will transfer to a charitable subsidiary as from April 2015. Our charitable services companies are: • Bryson Care – services to families and older people in Belfast and the North West; • Bryson Intercultural – support for black and ethnic minority people and the Traveller community; • Bryson Lagansports – promoting active living, health and well-being in inner city communities; Our social enterprise trading companies are: • Bryson Future Skills – providing employment and training initiatives to young adults and those living with long term employment; • Bryson Recycling – providing kerbside recycling services. In the last financial year we have had a positive impact in a wide range of areas: ? We delivered over 212,000 hours of care and support to older people, helping them to remain in their own homes. ? We supported over 1,200 vulnerable children and their families. ? We provided over 1,500 hours of advice and support to newly arrived people from across the world seeking asylum. ? We supported 180 people from the Traveller community through our health, education, training and youth programmes. ? We supported 7,600 people in developing their skills and finding a new job. ? We recycled over 60,000 tonnes of household materials, selling 35% to local companies to create new products and support local jobs. ? We insulated 4,428 homes, reducing fuel bills and increasing comfort. ? We supported health and well-being by providing active living opportunities to 6,552 people from across the city.	£42,880,025
Community Security Trust [Charity number: SC043612] 1.1 The objects of the Charity shall be: 1.1.1 to promote good race relations between the Jewish community and other members of society by working towards the elimination of racism in the form of anti-Semitism. 1.1.2 to promote the efficiency of the police within the community at large and the promotion of good citizenship and greater public participation in the prevention of crime with particular reference to the maintenance of public order and racially motivated especially anti-Semitic crime. 1.1.3 to relieve the victims of racial or religious harassment and especially anti-Semitic harassment who are in need or who have suffered hardship or distress. 1.1.4 to promote research into racism and anti-Semitism and to publish the useful results of such research and otherwise to promote public education about racism and anti-Semitism. 1.1.5 Subject to clause 1.3 to promote and support such other purposes as are charitable in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, as the Trustees may from time to time think fit.	£22,252,185
MERCY MISSION UK [Charity number: 1122922] To build capacity amongst BAME communities to better engage civil society. To develop the capacity and skills of the British muslim community specifically to better participate in contemporary society. To promote religious harmony by supporting community programs and showcasing Islamic values in community service, and replacing unnecessary fear with opportunities for positive engagement.	£12,826,288
StreetGames UK [Charity number: SC046149] The Company is established for charitable purposes only and the objects of the company are: (a) The promotion of community participation in recreational activities, including sport, social, cultural and artistic activities to improve the health, well-being and conditions of life of those, particularly children and young people, living mainly in areas of social and economic deprivation by the following means I. The provision, development, management and funding of facilities for recreational activities. II. The provision of assistance in the provision of recreational and social facilities for the public at large and/or those who, by reasons of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social and economic circumstances have need of such facilities. III. The provision of financial and other assistance, to individuals, teams, clubs, particularly children and young people, to pursue sport, and other recreational activities. Such assistance to include, but not be limited to, bursaries, help towards travel, equipment, employment, and other costs. IV. The advancement of education, training and retraining, particularly, but not exclusively, among children, young people, low skilled, and unemployed people. (b) The promotion of community cohesion and anti-racism through sport and physical activity. (c) The promotion of such other charitable purposes as may from time to time be determined by the Trustees as being in fulfilment of the Charity’s objects. Throughout these Memorandum and Articles of Association 'charitable' means charitable in accordance with the law of England and Wales provided that it will not include any purpose which is not charitable in accordance with section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and/or section 2 of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008.	£12,147,582
CHELSEA FC FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1129723] Chelsea FC Foundation is the official charity affiliated to and supported by Chelsea Football Club, providing (i) sports coaching and facilities for participation in football, other healthy sports and recreation; (ii) educational services, including social inclusion and anti-racism projects; (iii) support for other charitable initiatives, including the environment and welfare of children.	£7,678,406
The Nerve Centre [Charity number: NI103703] The Nerve Centre was established as a focal point for youth culture in Derry/Londonderry and is considered one of the UK’s most dynamic and innovative creative arts and education centres. By bringing popular music, film, video, animation and digital media together under one roof, the Nerve Centre promotes creative collaboration and fusion between artists and provides a cultural outlet for many young people. Housed in a state-of-the-art building comprising music venue, cinema, edit suites, rehearsal and recording studios, and education & training facilities, the Nerve Centre currently has over 100,000 people benefiting from its various events, programmes and projects. The Nerve Centre also provides a comprehensive annual programme of performances, exhibitions, education, training and project based work in music, culture, cinema,visual art, digital media and film education. This includes the Foyle Film Festival, Intercultural & Anti-racism Festival, after schools FILMCLUB, and creative learning centres. The Nerve Centre has a national and International reputation for it’s work. The organisation has won a variety of awards including Training and Education awards.	£5,614,367
GROUNDWORK FIVE COUNTIES [Charity number: 1003426] We are committed to improving quality of life for local people. We work with entire communities or discrete groups such as young people, BME's, school children and businesses to deliver changes to local environments, individual behaviour and sense of community.	£4,619,324
SPONSORS FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY LIMITED [Charity number: 1097832] Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) London is a not-for-profit organisation focused on improving access into the most competitive professions from under-represented ethnic minority backgrounds through a comprehensive training, mentoring and networking programme designed to improve their chances of securing graduate careers with the UK's most impressive graduate employers.	£4,278,477
POLICY EXCHANGE LIMITED [Charity number: 1096300] Policy Exchange is one of the UK's leading market-oriented think tanks and exists to develop and promote new policy ideas. It works in partnership with prominent academics and other experts to conduct major studies and events on a wide range of topical issues including education, economy, environment, crime & justice, security, governance, technology, social and ethnic minority issues.	£4,021,337
Irish FA Foundation Limited [Charity number: NI106229] Our activities promote foster and develop football for all in Northern Ireland, creating a fun, safe and inclusive culture which inspires a life long love of the game. Creating opportunities, inspiring change and helping people fulfil their potential on and off the pitch. Serving the community through football and education. We strive to work with all individuals and groups and have developed a range of initiatives and programmes which support these beneficiaries. This leads to increased social inclusion, improved health, community integration and education and career opportunities. We promote and hold activities such as youth football camps, football for all programmes, anti racism and anti sectarian workshops, educational tours, disability and homeless football programmes and related career pathways. These activities help to improve the general health, well being and enhance the lives of all participants. Financial and economic deprivation is reduced for the beneficiaries through access to services and interventions. Beneficiaries can be empowered through increased education and awareness of the role they can play within mainstream society. This leads to more active and healthy lives. The organisation pursues opportunities to raise awareness and promote equality through football in the furtherance of a more peaceful and cohesive society.	£3,675,000

Ten random charities¶

Name	Latest income
FIRST CLASS FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1183050] First Class Foundation A charity that supports young people aged BAME 13-25 from the west midlands to tackle youth violence and build mental health resilience & connect them to their purpose by exposing them to new opportunities.We are passionate about challenging the over representation and under representation of BAME young people in key sectors.	£595,928
WISE THOUGHTS [Charity number: 1077616] Wise Thoughts creates dynamic local, national and international arts initiatives, cross-arts initiatives, and deliver non-clinical services that help address social and cultural justice issues for the Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex (LGBTQI) communities. We work as consultants and advice organisations on wider diversity and inclusion.	£158,218
YOUNG PEOPLE CORNWALL [Charity number: 801688] Today we support work with 11 -25 year olds through specialist projects and programmes addressing issues that marginalise or place young people at risk, including mental health, homelessness, crime, racism, sexuality, drug & alcohol use, abuse, rural isolation and poverty.	£1,733,257
NORTH EASTERN CIRCUIT DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1205609] THE OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY ARE:FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF PEOPLE WHO ARE IN THE FINAL YEAR OF THEIR LAW DEGREE OR STUDYING THE BAR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COURSE WHO WISH TO PURSUE STUDIES IN CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAW BY THE PROVISION OF A SCHOLARSHIP FUND TO UNDERTAKE COURSES, WORK PLACEMENTS OR PROVIDE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TO AID LEARNING, SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED TOWARDS PERSONS WHO ARE TYPICALLY UNDERREPRESENTED AT THE BAR OF ENGLAND AND WALES.FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS CLAUSE, PERSONS WHO ARE TYPICALLY UNDERREPRESENTED AT THE BAR OF ENGLAND AND WALES IS TAKEN TO MEAN:A) ARE FROM AN ETHNIC MINORITY;B) ARE FEMALE;C) HAVE A DISABILITY, WHETHER PHYSICAL OR NEUROLOGICAL;D) ARE FROM A LOW-INCOME BACKGROUND;E) REPRESENT THE FIRST GENERATION OF THEIR FAMILY TO GO TO UNIVERSITY; ORF) HAVE EXPERIENCED THE CARE SYSTEM, WHETHER AS CARE GIVERS OR CARE LEAVERS.
INTEGRATED NETWORK FOR SPECIAL AND ADDITIONAL NEEDS [Charity number: 1158973] - Promote and raise awareness of disability in general- Engage Ethnic Minority communities for consultation on disability matters- Provide support for parents/carers- Inform, Educate and Support on disability matters- Help to improve services for the disabled by working with local authorities, government and other organisations.	£4,078
CUMBRIA DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION CENTRE [Charity number: 1156649] CDEC PROVIDES TEACHING RESOURCES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING FOR SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS IN CUMBRIA. THIS INCLUDES GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP, SCHOOL LINKING, MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION, OUTDOOR LEARNING, CHALLENGING PREJUDICE AND RACISM, CRITICAL THINKING AND ENQUIRY.	£385,257
PHOEBE [Charity number: 1135541] We offer specialist advice, information, casework, advocacy, counselling, freedom progamme and ESOL classes for women. We help BME women find safe temporary accommodation when fleeing domestic violence. We signpost women for immigration advice.We have weekly children's activities promoting confidence and building self esteem of all girls in Suffolk . We work with vulnerable women in Zimbabwe.	£395,338
THE LEANNE PERO FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1182365] We offer vital help, support and visibility to cancer patients, including those from Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.	£216,402
Common Thread Vision [Charity number: SC053159] The associations purposes are: (a)the advancement of community development and citizenship by providing a platform for community members to come together and share experiences with each other of their respective journey's to being a citizen of the UK or, working towards citizenship. We anticipate through these meetings, participants will also be able to learn from one another in order to add to the rich tapestry of British and Scottish culture. In addition, our activities will also allow members of the community to come together in a safe space to explore ideas that they can implement to aid towards developing their local community. Our activities will aid in complementing existing service provision and aid in supporting multi-organisational approaches to community development. (b) the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science by providing a platform for organisations involved in the arts, heritage, culture and sciences to be able to meet with and build the capacity of ethnic minority community members (as well as members of the wider community), who have traditionally been underrepresented in these areas, in a setting that is culturally sensitive to their needs and is also easily identifiable within the community and has strong transportation links. (c) the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended by providing a platform for ethnic minority community members (as well as the wider community) to encourage participation. We will deliver activities that have been requested from members our community via our community consultations so that that a people-led approach is being taken at all times.
ASKMYDOC [Charity number: 1202194] FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT, THE PRESERVATION, PROTECTION AND PROMOTION OF GOOD HEALTH AMONG ETHNIC MINORITY COMMUNITIES, AND IN PARTICULAR, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, THOSE RESIDING IN MANCHESTER AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS, BY:1) PROMOTING AND DELIVERING HEALTH EDUCATION, INCLUDING EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, DISSEMINATION OF LITERATURE, SPEECHES WITHIN PRE-ARRANGED VENUES AND THE USE OF ALL TYPES OF ELECTRONIC AND NON-ELECTRONIC MEDIA.2) SUPPORTING THE INVOLVEMENT AND TRAINING OF VOLUNTEERS IN HEALTH PROMOTION WORK IN THE COMMUNITY.3) PROVIDING ADVICE, RESOURCES, AND SERVICES TO THOSE THAT ARE INVOLVED IN THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE, INCLUDING DOCTORS, NURSES, AND MEDICAL STUDENTS, AS WELL AS THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE IN ORDER TO IMPROVE HEALTH OUTCOMES.