Food SW300¶
Food is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Social welfare categoryand the Food subcategory.
6,499 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 3.19% 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(food|meals?|dinners?|lunch(es)?|breakfasts?)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 1,757 | 2.47% |
| £10k - £100k | 2,314 | 3.29% |
| £100k - £250k | 924 | 4.12% |
| £250k - £500k | 450 | 4.07% |
| £500k - £1m | 245 | 3.52% |
| £1m - £10m | 204 | 2.22% |
| Over £10m | 36 | 1.60% |
| Total | 5,930 | 3.06% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 5,629 | 3.28% |
| oscr | 514 | 2.06% |
| ccni | 356 | 5.09% |
| Total | 6,499 | 3.19% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| THE SALVATION ARMY [Charity number: 214779] A Christian Movement committed to putting belief into action: taking a holistic approach, engaging with physical, emotional and spiritual needs, offering services without discrimination.In addition to Christian Worship, in buildings and the open air, services include drop in centres, lunch clubs, parent and toddler groups, debt advice, youth clubs, after school clubs & emergency food parcels. |
£338,297,000 |
| SRUC [Charity number: SC003712] The objects for which the Institution is established are, for the benefit of the public in Scotland and elsewhere, to advance education, science and environmental protection and improvement and in furtherance of these purposes the Institution will:- 4.1.1 equip, carry on, maintain and develop a college or school or schools having as its, or their, main objects the provision of tertiary education and in particular the teaching and study of, advice on and research into the Natural Economy and so improving knowledge, training and skill levels and encouraging entrepreneurial activity, and to provide appropriate business support, in Natural Economy-related opportunities across rural Scotland. 4.1.2 expand research and education capacity in relation to the Natural Economy, developing stronger partnership working between all stakeholders including public bodies. 4.1.3 support and encourage rural communities endowed with significant Natural Economy assets to develop sustainability and inclusivity based on those assets. and 4.1.4 encourage people and communities across Scotland to grasp the opportunities of the Natural Economy to deliver a green recovery based on high quality natural capital assets. 4.2 In this clause, as elsewhere in these articles, the expression “Natural Economy” and cognate words, where the context permits, means ecosystem services being agriculture, fishing and aquaculture, food and drink, energy (including renewables), forestry, logging, and manufacture of wood and tourism and generally any and all associated sciences, technologies, crafts and skills, and all matters of whatever nature related to the use of land and water resources, health (including animal health and veterinary services), all aspects of economics and socio-economics, leisure, leisure activities and industries, wildlife habitats, conservation, climate change, natural capital, biodiversity and game management, the rural way of life and environment and the sustainable use of natural resources. |
£84,723,000 |
| Christian Aid [Charity number: SC039150] The furtherance of charitable purposes which relieve and combat poverty, malnutrition, hunger, disease, sickness or distress throughout the world. The furtherance of charitable purposes which advance or assist such other charitable work as may be carried on by or with the support of the Sponsoring Churches and in this clause and throughout the Articles, '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. |
£71,100,000 |
| THE TRUSSELL TRUST [Charity number: 1110522] The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide network of food banks and together we provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, and campaign for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. www.trusselltrust.org |
£62,813,000 |
| HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY [Charity number: 1147717] Harper Adams University delivers higher education in support of the agricultural, agricultural engineering, food science and technology, environmental science, veterinary science and land-based sectors. |
£59,723,000 |
| The James Hutton Institute [Charity number: SC041796] to conduct and promote research in biological, social, economic and environmental sciences so as to deliver science, knowledge, innovation and services that contribute to advances in agriculture and other land uses. resource and environmental management. social, economic and environmental sustainability. food, energy and water security. education. and health and well-being in Scotland and internationally. |
£59,423,000 |
| Mary's Meals International Organisation [Charity number: SC045223] (a) To provide a daily meal, in a place of education, for children in the world's poorest communities. (b) To provide relief for those suffering, in any part of the world, as a result of humanitarian, crises or poverty, to help people escape poverty and to provide care for orphaned, abandoned and vulnerable children and to work for the prevention thereof. (c) To raise awareness worldwide of poverty issues through education and. (d) To assist and support the work of other organisations, financially or otherwise, in particular members of the Mary's Meals network throughout the world, the objects of which would be considered to be Charitable Purposes and similar in nature to these objects. |
£49,459,000 |
| CONCERN WORLDWIDE (UK) [Charity number: 1092236] Concern Worldwide (UK) is an international humanitarian organisation specialising in tackling hunger in the world's poorest countries. Our mission is to help people living in extreme poverty achieve major improvements in their lives. Working in partnership we help them bring about long-lasting change and realise their basic human rights; to food, health, education and ultimately a life of dignity. |
£36,482,378 |
| WORLD ANIMAL PROTECTION [Charity number: 1081849] We move the world to protect animals. We work globally with local partners, animal welfare organisations and businesses, and we influence decision makers internationally, nationally and locally. We have formal relationships with key international bodies including the Food and Agriculture Organization, the UN Environment Programme, the Council of Europe and the World Organisation for Animal Health. |
£30,869,000 |
| Phoenix House [Charity number: SC039008] 4 The charity's objects (Objects) are specifically restricted to the following: 4.1the treatment and care of those suffering from dependence upon or addiction to or misuse of drugs and alcohol. 4.,3 the rehabilitation of those relieved from dependence upon or addiction to or misuse of drugs and or alcohol. 4.4 the advancement of education of persons working or concerned in the field of drugs and or alcohol dependence or abuse. 4.5 the treatment, care and recovery of persons suffering from psychological or physical infirmity or an addictive lifestyle, including but not limited to persons who have addictions or mental health problems relating to gambling, smoking, drugs, alcohol or food or who by adverse circumstances or ill health are in need of help, counselling, or guidance in acquiring a settled way of life so that they may develop full maturity as responsible individuals and members of society. 4.6 the care, resettlement and provision of support and advice to offenders, ex-offenders and those who might offend so that they can be rehabilitated, live independently, develop positive personal relationships and contribute to their families and communities. and 4.7 to relieve the needs of persons, including but not limited to families and communities, arising out of their relationship with persons having the issues set out in the preceding objects, including the provision of and continued development of services and advice related to social housing, other housing, community engagement, education, employment, family and care support. 4.8 Nothing in the articles shall authorise an application of the property of the charity for purposes which are not charitable in accordance with section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. |
£30,442,000 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| ST AIDAN'S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL PTA [Charity number: 1094470] Raise funds to buy equipment for St Aidan's C of E Primary School, for both outdoor and indoor use.In this financial period these included travel contributions to class trips, visit from pantomime, Christmas gifts for all children, outdoor playground equipment and paying for the Y6 leaver's meal and hoodies. |
£1,598 |
| THE YASS CHARITABLE TRUST [Charity number: 1202245] The Yass Charitable Trust operates from the UK, and is open to projects close to home as well as across the world. We are keen to help individuals and families experiencing poverty. We are able to provide and distribute food, medicine, essentials and relief to those most in need. We also donate to educational, religious, social and healthcare causes, to help advance all people and communities. |
£102,110 |
| THAME BARNS CENTRE [Charity number: 900597] The centre is a community facility in Thame with several meeting rooms and a fully equipped kitchen available for functions, lunches etc. The centre is widely used by local businesses (for meetings and conferences), by a cross section of community groups and popular for family celebrations and wedding receptions. |
£190,247 |
| ROTARY CLUB OF SAUNDERSFOOT TRUST FUND [Charity number: 505258] Raising funds to promote activities for young people such as Youth speaks debates ,disabled sports and R.Y.L.A courses.Also arranging events for our senior citizens including christmas day lunch for those otherwise alone.Also responding to individual requests for support from needy persons. |
£12,690 |
| INTERNATIONAL WORD OF GOD MINISTRIES [Charity number: 1163492] International Word of God Ministries provides financial assistance to Christians living in Pakistan for the following purposes:a) Costs of running a Sunday schoolb) Helping destitute members of Christian families in the communityc) Providing a Sunday Meal |
£5,850 |
| Rumi's Relief [Charity number: 1213810] Distribute food to the homeless and needy and carry out welfare programmes. |
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| LET'S DANCE AGAIN CIO [Charity number: 1202816] We provide an organised monthly event and also a weekly coffee morning for people aged 65-95. We hold these activities at Wednesbury Town Hall. We plan and organise hot lunches, live entertainment, raffles, drinks and snacks. Our volunteers create and craft decorations for the themed events. We provide a friendly service to our elderly community, supporting their well being to assist them. |
£19,150 |
| HOPE FOR THE NATIONS MINISTRIES [Charity number: 1198170] 1) THE ADVANCEMENT OF CHRISTS KINGDOM BY SPREADING THE GOSPELTHROUGH THE PRINTED MEDIA, RADIO, TV, SATELLITE, INTERNET ANDSIMILAR MEDIA.(2) THE RELIEF OF NEED BY PROVISION OF FOOD AND OTHER HELPFULMATERIALS TO THE NEEDY DURING OUR FELLOWSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES.(3) OFFERING PASTORAL CARE AND SUPPORT TO THOSE IN NEED OF SUCHTHROUGH PRAYERS AND COUNSELLING.(4) THE SUPPORT OF CHRISTIANS WHO |
£134,640 |
| THE ROCK-CURROCK YOUTH PROJECT [Charity number: 1119397] The Rock Youth Project delivers free, inclusive youth clubs five days a week in Carlisle for ages 7 and over. Based in Currock, we provide safe, trusted spaces in an area of high deprivation. Young people can access food, mentoring, build skills, confidence & aspirations, access sport activities and build community connections. Importantly the rock is a place for young people to be themselves. |
£132,010 |
| THE ISLEDON COMMUNITY NURSERY TRUST [Charity number: 1029478] We are a community nursery based in north london.The nursery caters for children from 6months to fives years. Children are offered a wide range of play and learning activities from 8am onwards interrupted only by meal times.We have a sfae and fully equipped outdoor area which is used every day. Play and learning activities continue until 6pm when the nursery closes. |
£425,552 |
