Refuge or shelter SW203¶
Refuge or shelter is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Social welfare categoryand the Abuse subcategory.
282 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.14% 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(women'?s aid|refuge)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 48 | 0.07% |
| £10k - £100k | 55 | 0.08% |
| £100k - £250k | 23 | 0.10% |
| £250k - £500k | 30 | 0.28% |
| £500k - £1m | 51 | 0.76% |
| £1m - £10m | 58 | 0.64% |
| Over £10m | 3 | 0.14% |
| Total | 268 | 0.14% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 204 | 0.12% |
| oscr | 54 | 0.22% |
| ccni | 24 | 0.33% |
| Total | 282 | 0.14% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| REFUGE [Charity number: 277424] Refuge provides specialist support to women and children escaping domestic violence, modern slavery, human trafficking, forced prostitution, rape, forced marriage and 'honour' based violence. Services include: 24-hr national helpline, women's refuges, outreach and floating support, independent domestic and sexual violence advocates. We raise awareness and influence policy and legislative change. |
£27,813,994 |
| SOLACE WOMEN'S AID [Charity number: 1082450] THE PROMOTION OF THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND SAFETY OF VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC, SEXUAL AND ASSOCIATED ABUSE, IN PARTICULAR WOMEN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDREN. |
£14,385,910 |
| BLACK COUNTRY WOMEN'S AID [Charity number: 1032298] Provision of support,and emergency services to vulnerable women and children experiencing rape, sexual assault and domestic abuse. Services include provision of emergency accommodation, floating support services, community support and counselling. Services also include development with agencies to raise awareness of domestic abuse and develop support systems to enable them to access SWA services. |
£10,016,725 |
| SOUTHERN DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICE [Charity number: 1146773] We provide inclusive services to all people affected by domestic abuse, stalking and harassment. Services include: refuge and safe accommodation, community-based services, women only group work, specialist work with children/young people, Harmful Practices community work/development, work with people using abusive behaviours, domestic abuse preventative work and training. |
£8,779,726 |
| BIRMINGHAM AND SOLIHULL WOMEN'S AID [Charity number: 1073926] BSWAID is working with women and children affected by domestic violence by:offering safe temporary accommodation, appropriate and accessible support services includingsupporting women in accessing justice system. The charity raises awareness and promotes action against Domestic violence and promotes policy and best practice that responds to women and children's needs. |
£8,323,150 |
| SAFENET DOMESTIC ABUSE AND SUPPORT SERVICES LTD [Charity number: 1091544] Provision of housing related support (refuge support) and support in the community for women and their children escaping domestic abuse. Outreach support and help line for domestic abuse victims living in the community.IDVA service to support domestic abuse victims in legal and court processes.Early Support service for children living in the community and at risk of domestic violence. |
£7,862,000 |
| WOMEN'S AID FEDERATION OF ENGLAND [Charity number: 1054154] Women's Aid is the national charity for women and children working to end domestic abuse. We are a federation of nearly 180 organisations providing just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. Women's Aid also runs online support services, as well as providing expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies and professionals. |
£7,174,969 |
| INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES [Charity number: 1102337] Provides refuge accommodation, advice, advocacy, and practical support for women and their children experiencing domestic abuse. |
£6,743,060 |
| LEEDS WOMEN'S AID [Charity number: 1005884] Leeds Women's Aid works with women & children, being a voice & leader in the sector. LWA support women & children experiencing domestic violence and abuse and aims to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls. We offer a range of services including safe houses and refuges, community & telephone support, women's groups and hubs, and support to children & young people and coordinate partnerships. |
£4,686,457 |
| CYFANNOL WOMEN'S AID [Charity number: 1045890] CWA provides support to women (& their children) affected by all forms of VAWDASV. Refuge accommodation, complex needs, 24/7 Crisis, drop in, Community Support, ISVA, counselling, CYP support, group education/training opportunities. |
£4,464,705 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| Clackmannanshire Women's Aid SCIO [Charity number: SC046907] a) To provide relief to women, children and young people, who have suffered or are still experiencing domestic abuse so they can be active citizens who are achieving, resilient, respected, responsible and included by: ? providing safe, temporary accommodation away from abusers. ? providing time, safe space and information for women, children and young people who are experiencing domestic abuse. ? to provide a range of services within the community to meet individual needs. ? providing structured supportive opportunities to allow women, children and young people to make choices for their future. ? liaising with other services on behalf of the women, children and young people who are or have experience of domestic abuse. ? providing support and information on access to other services. ? advocating for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse within legal and other protection services. b) To promote equality and diversity by: ? upholding and promoting the rights of all women, children and young people regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background, who are or have experienced domestic abuse in the belief that violence against women, is symptomatic of wider structural inequalities in society. ? educating the public, awareness raising and training the media, education, police, NHS and other agencies about the dynamics of domestic abuse. ? encouraging research into the causes, prevention, long-term impact and relief of victims of domestic abuse. ? providing opportunities for women, children and young people to shape the development of services, policy and practice. |
£412,829 |
| THE REFUGE CHURCH, UK [Charity number: 1206081] Christian worship and faith- building activities that help individuals to discover themselves and build capacity for a good life here on earth and in eternity. |
£106,883 |
| CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH (CITY OF REFUGE) [Charity number: 1198431] Our charity engages in activities such as volunteering to help the homeless and supporting the needy in our community. We hold regular Sunday services and Wednesday prayer meetings. Every August, we have a Thanksgiving event, which boosts our support in the local community during that period. |
£1,863 |
| Caithness And Sutherland Women's Aid [Charity number: SC034356] The company’s objects are: To support women in need by reason of having been abused (mentally, physically, sexually, psychologically or financially) in the home or by a person with whom the woman is or has been in a relationship and to support children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse, by offering support, information and help to women, children and young people. To promote equality for, and the participation of women, children and young people in society to enable then to determine their own futures and make their voices heard. To advance education by : a) Providing opportunities to meet the developmental and emotional needs of children and young people with experiences of domestic abuse, and women using the services provided b) By informing and raising awareness in the community and its representatives, including the media, the police, the judicial system, the social services and other authorities with respect to the abuse of women and its prevention and their obligations in acting to ensure its prevention (taking account of the fact that abuse (mental, physical, sexual and financial) is a result of the position of women in society) c) By encouraging research into the causes, prevention and relief of abuse and the effects thereof on women, children and young people: and d) By encouraging any training that furthers the objects. |
£352,254 |
| CHANGING PATHWAYS [Charity number: 1172214] The Charity provides support for women, men and children who have suffered, and are suffering, or are in danger of suffering violence, abuse or neglect by perpetrators known to them by providing refuge and outreach services in the community. The charity also raises awareness on domestic violence with the public |
£2,664,244 |
| SANDBACH ANIMAL RESCUE SOCIETY [Charity number: 512966] Rescue of stray animals within Sandbach and surrounding rural areas, provide refuge for unwanted domestic animals, finance necessary boarding and veterinary care, assist in re-homing of unwanted domestic animals. |
£119,248 |
| THE RSPCA DANAHER ANIMAL HOME [Charity number: 1112369] The ownership and operation of an animal shelter to provide a temporary refuge for companion animals rendered homeless, to rehome such animals and to arrange veterinary treatment as necessary. To act as a holding station for sick or injured wildlife until they are fit to return to the wild |
£1,404,811 |
| African Community In Scotland [Charity number: SC054604] The organisation's purposes are: The objectives for which the organisation is established are to relieve the suffering, hardship, and distress, and advance the education of persons who have become refugees or asylum seekers from Africans and whose country of refuge is Scotland, with a particular emphasis on providing assistance and support to individuals and families residing in various regions of Scotland. In furtherance thereof, but not otherwise, the association shall seek: (l) to assist and coordinate the work of providing information to voluntary organizations and statutory authorities engaged in the relocation and provision of education, health, housing, social, and other services to refugees and asylum seekers across different areas of Scotland. (ii) to advance the education of the public and make representations on behalf of such refugees on issues affecting them, ensuring that the voices and concerns of refugees and asylum seekers from Africa are heard and addressed at all levels of governance and decision-making within the Scottish community. (iii) to support young people in sports activities as a means of protecting them from engaging in anti-social behaviour, drug addiction, and to promote their physical and mental health and well-being. This includes providing access to sports facilities, training programs, and mentorship opportunities to empower young people and foster a positive and healthy lifestyle. |
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| STRONG FOUNDATIONS [Charity number: 1181092] TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING AND TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH OF FEMALE DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIMS LIVING IN BRADFORD BY PROVIDING AS REFUGE AND SUCH SUPPORT AND SERVICES AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE. |
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| Pet Refuge Hampshire [Charity number: 1177276] Supporting victims of domestic abuse in Hampshire by providing a pet fostering service. |
