Strokes HE214¶
Strokes is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Health categoryand the Health condition subcategory.
221 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.11% 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(strokes?|aneurysm|transient ischemic attack)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 99 | 0.14% |
| £10k - £100k | 64 | 0.09% |
| £100k - £250k | 20 | 0.09% |
| £250k - £500k | 10 | 0.09% |
| £1m - £10m | 10 | 0.11% |
| £500k - £1m | 5 | 0.07% |
| Over £10m | 5 | 0.22% |
| Total | 213 | 0.11% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 187 | 0.11% |
| ccni | 19 | 0.27% |
| oscr | 15 | 0.06% |
| Total | 221 | 0.11% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| THE FRANCIS CRICK INSTITUTE LIMITED [Charity number: 1140062] The Francis Crick Institute is dedicated to understanding the fundamental biology underlying health and disease. Our work is helping to understand why disease develops and to translate discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, infections and neurodegenerative diseases. |
£246,171,125 |
| Stroke Association [Charity number: SC037789] (A) working for the prevention of stroke. (B) educating the public in all matters concerning stroke. (C) carrying out, promoting or sponsoring research into the prevention or treatment of stroke or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, the rehabilitation and long-term care of stroke survivors and publishing the useful results of such research. and (D) responding to the needs caused by the effects of stroke, or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, by providing advice and support to those affected, their families and carers. |
£44,400,000 |
| STROKE ASSOCIATION [Charity number: 211015] THE CHARITY OPERATES THROUGHOUT THE UK. WE PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES TO EVERYONEAFFECTED BY STROKE, INCLUDING FAMILIES AND CARERS. WE RAISE AWARENESS OF STROKE AND CAMPAIGN FOR BETTER EMERGENCY, REHABILITATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES. WE INVEST IN STROKE RESEARCH TO HELP REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF STROKE, TO FIND THE BEST TREATMENT AND LONG TERM CARE AND IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR STROKE SURVIVORS. |
£44,377,602 |
| Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland [Charity number: SC018761] The objects of the Charity are: 3.1 The advancement of health through improving the quality of life for people in Scotland, and elsewhere, affected by chest, heart and stroke Conditions, through medical research, influencing public policy, education, advice & training and provision of healthcare and other support services. 3.2 To engage in and to undertake all other similar charitable purposes. |
£14,414,219 |
| THE DIANA STARTIN FOUNDATION CIO [Charity number: 1202427] The Diana Startin Foundation CIO is a charity that supports the helping of the old, the sick, the disabled, and the disadvantaged. It also supports the relief of patients suffering from Cancer, Parkinson's Disease and Strokes. The charity aims to support local charities within Warwickshire and surrounding areas by donating funds which were given by the founder. |
£10,119,970 |
| PACES SHEFFIELD [Charity number: 1104356] For disabled children and adults: Conductive Education programme through- Approved independent special school: 4 to 18 years- Parent & Child groups- Adult services- Stroke (rehabilitation) Group- Family Support |
£4,433,169 |
| Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke [Charity number: NI103593] Our vision for Northern Ireland is one where everyone can live life to the full, free from chest, heart and stroke illnesses. To achieve this, our work is focused in these areas: Care Services Support Groups provide a listening ear, emotional support and practical advice or signposting to people and their families and carers affected by chest, heart and stroke conditions. The groups enable people to meet with others in a similar situation, while benefiting from various activities based around continuing rehabilitation, prevention of a reoccurrence and reducing isolation. Our Post Rehabilitation Exercise Programme (PREP) provides a structured exercise and information programme, designed to help rebuild people’s lives and confidence following a stroke. Our “Taking Control” Self Management Programme is designed to help people with long term health conditions take control of their lives and develop the skills and confidence they need to manage their condition more effectively. Prevention We offer a comprehensive healthy schools programme that aims to influence young people’s lifestyle behaviours at an early age, with the hope of a knock on effect on their family and wider community. We help homeless people, who are particularly vulnerable to these illnesses through our Health and Homeless projects, which focus on diet choices and healthier lifestyles. Our health promotion services include health information, talks and nurse health checks in the workplace and in the community which enable people to make informed choices and adopt healthier lifestyles in order to reduce their risk of developing chest, heart and stroke illnesses. We are committed to funding research into the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care of chest, heart and stroke illnesses in Northern Ireland’s hospitals and universities which will benefit the people of Northern Ireland. We campaign at Assembly level on behalf of people and families impacted by chest, heart and stroke illnesses. |
£4,107,895 |
| THE GEORGE INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL HEALTH (UK) [Charity number: 1130823] The Institute's research aims to provide practical, policy-focused solutions for use by government and the community. It is focused on disadvantaged populations. Its research areas include heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, stroke, critical care and trauma, road injury, fractures, falls, chronic back pain and health care innovation. |
£2,935,520 |
| THE FLICKA FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1153858] THE RESCUE & REHABILITATION OF DONKEYS, HORSES & OTHER ANIMALS FROM CRUELTY, NEGLECT OR ABANDONMENT OR ELDERLY ANIMALS THAT REQUIRE VETERINARY CARE AND ATTENTION. FACILITATING UNDER PRIVILEGED, DISABLED & SICK CHILDREN TO INTERACT WITH RESCUE DONKEYS & HORSES, FACILITATING MANY GROUPS INCLUDING THE ELDERLY, HOMES, CLUBS & SCHOOLS, HEART, STROKE, CANCER VICTIMS FOR REHABILITATION THERAPY. |
£1,804,578 |
| THE BRAIN CHARITY [Charity number: 1114999] The Brain Charity offers emotional support, practical help and social activities to anyone with a neurological condition and to their family, friends, and carers. There are hundreds of different neurological conditions, including stroke, brain injury, dementia, cluster headaches, and many rarer ones too. We are here for every single one. |
£1,773,983 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| ST MARY AND ST PETER'S COMMUNITY PROJECT [Charity number: 1091267] The Project operates in the west area of Sunderland, providing a range of activities/facilities and services to the Community. These include Carer and Toddler Groups, groups for older people, community garden, wellness and fitness facilities, disabled volunteer scheme, A690 young people's work, stroke rehabilitation programme, art and craft groups. |
£59,769 |
| GLOBAL REHABILITATION [Charity number: 1178992] Charity works in the area of Training, research and development of rehabilitation services in Madagascar. This improves the medical care of people with long term neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, amputee rehabilitation etc. The charity also envisages to run a diploma program in rehabilitation medicine in collaboration in Antananarivo University. |
£6,333 |
| ROMSEY OPEN GATE STROKE CLUB [Charity number: 1108001] We provide a weekly afternoon meeting for social interaction and support with games, tea & chat, entertainment and outings. Several new members this year again. |
£7,668 |
| O'FLYNN FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1198858] supporting mental health, strokes and degenerative conditions in Northern Lincolnshire |
£10,768 |
| ENFIELD STROKE FRIENDS [Charity number: 1211294] Enfield Stroke Friends support people who have experienced a stroke living in Enfield, and their families and carers. We facilitate social interaction and peer support. We provide guidance, signposting, information and recreational activities. We aim to improve the health and quality of life of our clients. |
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| Chilterns Neuro Centre Ltd [Charity number: 800853] The charity provides a range of symptom management therapies and treatments to support people who have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's Disease (PD) and Stroke survivors to give them better control over their lives. It also aims to provide direct care, support and counselling for patients, their carers and families, all conducted in a welcoming inclusive environment |
£1,421,103 |
| SAMEYOU [Charity number: 1170102] To act as a catalyst to cause significant change in the recovery and rehabilitation for Young adults following Brain Injury and Stroke. Working with other organisations and charities in the UK and overseas to facilitate a change to the pathway of care by taking a holistic approach to rehabilitation of Brain, Body and Mind. |
£232,287 |
| WANDSWORTH CARERS' CENTRE [Charity number: 1053121] The charity provides a range of support services to unpaid carers. This includes, information & advice, advocacy, targeted support to carers of people with mental health problems and Asian carers. The Centre facilitates a number of support groups for carers including: for carers of those with learning difficulties, Stroke, substance misuse, Asian carers, older people and people with dementia. |
£955,146 |
| STONE AND DISTRICT STROKE CLUB [Charity number: 517084] CARE, WELFARE AND GENERAL WATCH OVER STROKE VICTIMS - THIS INVOLVES, NORMALLY, A WEEKLY MEETING, OUTINGS, ENTERTAINMENT AND OCCASIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROJECTS. |
£3,385 |
| Foos Yer Doos Sing Song Club [Charity number: SC044609] The purpose of the group is to provide individuals with neurological conditions (for example: dementia, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease or stroke) and their carers with regular opportunities to sing, to have fun and to socialise with others in similar circumstances. |
£5,385 |
