Volunteering CV104¶
Volunteering is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Charity and VCS support category.
6,315 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 3.14% 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(volunteer(ing|s)?)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 1,962 | 2.37% |
| £10k - £100k | 2,106 | 3.25% |
| £100k - £250k | 933 | 4.82% |
| £250k - £500k | 436 | 4.81% |
| £500k - £1m | 272 | 4.72% |
| £1m - £10m | 270 | 3.40% |
| Over £10m | 30 | 1.62% |
| Total | 6,009 | 3.13% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 4,139 | 2.45% |
| ccni | 1,210 | 17.01% |
| oscr | 966 | 3.80% |
| Total | 6,315 | 3.14% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY [Charity number: 220949] The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global network of volunteers, responding to natural disasters, conflicts and individual emergencies.We enable vulnerable people at home and overseas to prepare for and respond to emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help people to recover and move on with their lives. |
£226,500,000 |
| Culture and Sport Glasgow [Charity number: SC037844] 4.1 To advance the arts, heritage, culture and science. 4.2 To advance education. 4.3 To advance public participation in sport which involves physical skill and exertion. 4.4 To advance health. 4.5 To promote civic responsibility, volunteering, the voluntary sector and/or the effectiveness or efficiency of charities. 4.6 To provide recreational facilities, and organise recreational activities, where such facilities/activities are available to members of the public at large with the object of improving their conditions of life. 4.7 To relieve those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 4.8 To advance citizenship and community development (including urban regeneration) by harnessing the cultural and leisure assets of Glasgow, the contribution made by activities in furtherance of paragraphs 4.1 to 4.7, and a range of other measures, to increase vibrancy and promote positive perceptions of Glasgow as a place to work, live, study play, visit and invest - in a common effort with other public, private and third sector partners to address issues of social, economic and physical deprivation across the City of Glasgow, including health inequalities, social exclusion and unemployment. 4.9 To advance such similar charitable purposes as the directors may consider appropriate from time to time. through the provision of services (including those entrusted to it by Glasgow City Council) which contribute to advancing well-being (primarily the wellbeing of residents of Glasgow) including (i) the operation, management and development of museums, art galleries and other facilities which provide public access to collections of works of art, antiquities and objects of scientific interest. (ii) the development and delivery of arts and cultural activities and events, artistic programmes, scientific/research programmes and educational projects. (iii) the operation, management and development of libraries and the provision of library and archive services. (iv) the operation, management and development of indoor and outdoor sports facilities (including arrangements to facilitate access to such facilities by those on lower incomes or having special needs and to encourage wider participation in healthy exercise).(maximum text reached, further full information can be obtained directly from the Charity) |
£123,430,000 |
| ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY [Charity number: 296645] Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers provide services to people affected by dementia, including day care and home care, support and befriending services across England, Wales, Guernsey, Isle of Man and Northern Ireland. We provide information and training, and every year we invest in research. We campaign for the rights of people with dementia and those who care for them. |
£116,535,000 |
| Hospice UK [Charity number: SC041112] Objects 3. The objects of the Charity are: 3.1 to facilitate and promote the relief, care and treatment of the sick, especially of the dying, and the support and care of their families and carers and of the bereaved 3.2 to facilitate and promote the charitable activities of Independent Hospices. 3.3 to provide or facilitate education and training for professionals and volunteers engaged in palliative care and increase awareness among the general public of the values, principles and practice of hospice and palliative care |
£109,132,000 |
| JEWISH CARE [Charity number: 802559] Jewish Care cares for people in the Jewish community. We give care & support to older people,Holocaust survivors,people with physical & sensory disabilities & with mental health needs. We offer support groups,run leadership & activity programmes for young people. Our staff & volunteers support thousands of people a week. Everything is guided by our Jewish values, warmth,kindness,honesty & respect. |
£82,706,000 |
| CATS PROTECTION [Charity number: 203644] Homing, neutering and the provision of information. Cats Protection operates through a network of around 250 volunteer led branches throughout the United Kingdom. We are also registered with OSCR. In addition to the branch network we have 32 purpose built cat adoption centres. Branches and adoption centres work side by side to deliver cat work. |
£78,235,000 |
| THE CHALLENGE NETWORK [Charity number: 1129239] The Challenge designs and delivers programmes that enable people from different backgrounds to connect with each other. For example, our HeadStart programme inspires young people to volunteer in and connect with their communities. Through our work, we are creating a generation of people who are more connected, and more active in our communities and workplaces. |
£69,810,000 |
| WALES COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY ACTION [Charity number: 218093] WCVA is the national membership organisation for voluntary organisations in Wales. WCVA promotes volunteering, good governance, sustainability and engagement by providing information, training, advice and support to charities, voluntary and community groups & social enterprises. WCVA manages several grant & loan schemes. |
£39,010,559 |
| ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE [Charity number: 1015988] The charity delivers practical support through the power of volunteering so that older people can get more out of life and aims to relieve poverty, distress and suffering in various sections of the community, primarily in the UK, by the provision of various services for individuals and such other purposes for the benefit of the community. |
£35,939,000 |
| Foundation Scotland [Charity number: SC022910] 2.1 The Objects of the Foundation are specifically restricted to the charitable purposes contained in this Article 2. 2.2 The Objects to be undertaken in Scotland or elsewhere for which the Foundation is established are: 2.2.1 the advancement of citizenship or community development, to include rural and/or urban regeneration, the promotion of civic responsibility, volunteering, the voluntary sector and the effectiveness or efficiency of charities. 2.2.2 the prevention or relief of poverty. 2.2.3 the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 2.2.4 the advancement of education. 2.2.5 the saving of lives. 2.2.6 the advancement of religion. 2.2.7 the advancement of health, to include the prevention or relief of sickness, disease or human suffering. 2.2.8 the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. 2.2.9 the advancement of public participation in sport and in the provision of recreational facilities or the organisation of recreational facilities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 2.2.10 the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. 2.2.11 the promotion of religious or racial harmony. 2.2.12 the promotion of equality and diversity. 2.2.13 the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 2.2.14 the advancement of animal welfare. 2.2.15 any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. and 2.2.16 any other purpose under section 7 of the Charities Act which is also regarded as a charitable purpose in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts |
£33,311,000 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| Raffrey Congregation Of The Presbyterian Church In Ireland [Charity number: NI105327] Hold services of worship and other religious activities. These, and all that follows, are open to anyone of appropriate age and/or gender to access, without regard to whether they are members of our congregation. Through prayer, support our members, our own Church, other Christian Churches, the community and leaders in society and government. Organise meetings and events that promote our charitable purpose. Participate in the life of the local community. Participate in and support what the Presbyterian Church in Ireland and the supervising Presbytery does. Support other secular and Christian organisations and charities through volunteering, financial gifts and prayer. |
£128,911 |
| SEVERN VINEYARD [Charity number: 1130698] Volunteers/staff provide:1) practical support/financial assistance to vulnerable persons/families in partnership with social services/other charities.2) events/social networks in local communities to contribute to community cohesion, empower creative expression and stimulate faith and hope amongst every generation. |
£332,043 |
| KIRKLEES VISUAL IMPAIRMENT NETWORK [Charity number: 1160580] KVIN also known as Outlookers is a sight loss organisation which supports people living with sight loss to learn to use technology to help remain independent. We have several drop-in facilities across Kirklees. We recognise the devastation that losing sight can cause. The majority of our volunteers and staff are registered blind and have lived experience to offer . |
£217,442 |
| SHINE CHARITY [Charity number: 1140511] Promoting social action amongst today?s young people, helping them to develop the skills required to become an effective volunteer, a prolific fundraiser and a productive and proactive member of society. Young people will be supported to build a social conscience and a sense of responsibility, acquiring a range of soft skills - including leadership and teamwork - whilst benefitting those in need. |
£254,619 |
| Oxton War Memorial Hall [Charity number: SC038442] The purpose of Oxton War Memorial Hall is to benefit the entire community through the provision of recreational facilities and/or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions or life of the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. This in turn will enable: 1) the advancement of education, arts, heritage, culture and science, 2) the progression of citizenship, community development, civic responsibility and volunteering, and 3) the promotion of equality, diversity and social inclusion. |
£103,450 |
| Changes - East Lothian [Charity number: SC025130] 4.1 The objects of the Company are:- (a) the advancement of mental health and the relief of those in need by reason of mental ill-health by enabling and supporting people in East Lothian to achieve and maintain good mental health and wellbeing through activities which may include but are not limited to: enhancing and raising awareness, support groups, courses, therapy, wellbeing activities, volunteering opportunities, making social connections, and training opportunities, and (b) to promote such similar charitable purposes, objects or institutions in such proportions and manner as the Trustees shall think fit. The expressions ‘charitable purpose’ or ‘charitable object’ shall mean a charitable purpose under section 7 of the 2005 Act which is also regarded as a charitable purpose in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts and a ‘charitable institution’ shall mean a charity in terms of the 2005 Act which is also regarded as a charity in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts, or a charity under the law of any other jurisdiction which is also regarded as a charity in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts, provided that nothing in these Articles shall authorise an application of the property of the Company other than in furtherance of a charitable purpose. |
£346,714 |
| Regal Radio SCIO [Charity number: SC046057] The organisation's purposes are: To advance active citizenship, community development and social responsibility across West Lothian through the making, presenting and distribution of radio programmes. To advance local culture and heritage to create a positive image of West Lothian. To advance education by providing training and development opportunities for volunteers of all ages, especially marginalised young people, in order to develop their self-confidence, skills and education and to provide an outlet for local talent to flourish. ? To inform and educate the community through a diverse range of programming. |
£3,451 |
| ParentSpace (SCIO) [Charity number: SC049137] The organisation's purpose is: The advancement of education by providing a range of learning opportunities and resources for parents and carers to build healthy families, as well as supporting the skills development of volunteer facilitators. |
£64,995 |
| Edenderry Rural Community Group [Charity number: NI104885] Edenderry Rural Community Group's main activities are to provide a range of educational, recreational and social activities for the rural community so that the area will become a safe place where people want to live in a shared community, cultural diversity is welcomed and good relations will be a part of everyday life where we will pull together as a team, help and support our neighbours and build friendships on meaningful and sustained interaction. As a group we also aim to increase the confidence and capacity of its members to help create a rural community which is committed to establishing a network of support with external agencies to help improve community development, relieve feelings of isolation by encouraging and promoting activities and events which will increase community development and inclusivity. All our activities and events are organised by unpaid volunteers for the benefit of the local community. We provide these activities and events by our fundraising efforts and grants received and this voluntary community development service is provided on a non-profit basis. |
£9,517 |
| ROCHDALE COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP [Charity number: 1163666] RCP runs a weekly soup kitchen for the homeless , and poverty stricken families. They are provided with a safe environment to come and have a hot meal served by volunteers.RCP aims to provide counselling sessions for any member of the community who is facing issues in their lives, this providing them with the necessary tools to overcome these issues. |
£4,342 |
Last update:
January 2, 2024
Created: January 2, 2024
Created: January 2, 2024
