Charities

The Friends of The Gambia Association CIO is a UK based charity sponsoring childrens' Education, Building Schools and small Medical facilities, in The Gambia, West Africa. The Friends of The Gambia Association (FoTGA) was formed by a group of people who had visited The Gambia in 1990. It became a UK Registered Charity in 1995 and in 2000 obtained NGO (Non Governmental Organisation) status in The Gambia. In 2018 the Charity Commission conferred on us the status of a CIO: Charitable Incorporated Organisation. This gives us a legal personality and gives members limited liability. We, the Trustees, are all unpaid volunteers and manage the charity from the UK. Day to day business in The Gambia is taken care of by our permanent office team of three Gambian staff and by UK Trustees during their own holidays. The Trustees meet monthly by video conference. The AGM is normally held in June and is open to all members and sponsors. We spend most money and time To Advance Education After that we try, through the projects To Alleviate Pain and Suffering And finally we try, through direct help To Relieve Poverty.

1 in 2,000 men, women and children in the UK has a diagnosed bleeding disorder. While that number rises every year, many individuals still go undiagnosed due to a lack of awareness of different bleeding disorders. There are still misconceptions about bleeding disorders, so our role in this community is vital. From providing relevant knowledge and information to connecting people with local groups and communities, from advocating for higher standards of care and treatment, to campaigning for local issues, we are here to support and drive a more engaged and healthy bleeding disorders community in the UK. And today, more than 70 years since we first set out on our mission, we continue to make strides and help people living with bleeding disorders and their families so that all of us are stronger every day.

The Heritage Trust® is a not-for-profit organisation that is based in Derby which was formed for the purpose of rescuing heritage buildings that have fallen into disrepair and are suffering from neglect in the Midlands and the surrounding counties. By forming partnerships with local communities, businesses and volunteer groups, buildings that are at risk can be transformed and given a sustainable future. Often these buildings will then act has a catalyst for urban regeneration, bringing new employment and financial benefits to the surrounding area.

The Home of Devenish is a charity based in Weymouth in Dorset. We have 25 individual 2 bedroomed properties. Our properties are spread over 3 sites all close to the town, harbour and local amenities. These are for single occupancy for widows of officers of HM Armed Forces and Church of England clergy. Also retired female Church of England clergy or retired officer in HM Armed Forces. Our current residents range from 62 to 101 years of age. Residents must be able to live independently, although carers are allowed to visit daily. Our properties are rent and council tax free, and we provide background heating during the winter months. Please contact us for further information.