British Dyslexia Association
The BDA is the largest dyslexia charity in the UK. Dyslexia affects more than 1 in 10 people. It is a hidden and life-long disability that can have huge implications -but it remains poorly understood. We work tirelessly to promote a dyslexia-friendly society that gives dyslexic people of all ages the opportunity to flourish.
Law Society Charity, The
This charitable fund was established in 1974, independent and in close collaboration with The Law Society (TLS), making grant awards to a wide range of organisations with a view to further law and justice. The Charity supports organisations whose work is related to the law and legal profession; and whose activities would likely benefit from funds made available on behalf of solicitors.
Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings gives our built heritage a bright future. Through our campaigning and training, research and repair we keep old buildings useful, beautiful and part of people’s lives. From cottages to castles and from churches to cathedrals we are here to help buildings and the people who care for them.
The Churchill Fellowship
The Churchill Fellowship enables passionate individuals from all parts of UK society to learn from the world’s best ideas and innovations. Since its founding, the Fellowship has empowered nearly 6,000 people from diverse backgrounds to bring practical solutions and innovative practices back to the UK, tackling issues such as mental health in the NHS, reducing carbon footprints through climate action, enhancing education and skills in underserved communities, and improving health and wellbeing through innovative healthcare practices.
u3a
For 40 years, the u3a movement has been providing older adults with life-changing opportunities and experiences. At a time when social isolation across all generations is a huge problem, u3a offers a low-cost and fun way for those no longer in full-time work, to learn something new, share skills and forge lasting friendships in a relaxed and informal way.
Bees for Development
For over 30 years the UK charity Bees for Development has been using beekeeping to combat poverty, benefit biodiversity, and build resilient livelihoods for some of the world's poorest people. We provide skills and training to people living in poverty, to become successful beekeepers. This in turn encourages people to protect natural habitats, restore degraded landscapes, and mitigate climate change.
London Music Fund
The London Music Fund is an independent charity (no. 1141216) whose vision is that every child who demonstrates significant musical ability, enthusiasm and commitment to learning an instrument should be given the opportunity to develop their potential. Our mission is to enable young Londoners from disadvantaged backgrounds to have access to high-quality, sustained, progressive music education.
Peace Museum, The
The Peace Museum explores the history and the often-untold stories of peace, peacemakers, social reform and peace movements. It is unique in that it is the only accredited museum of its kind in the UK. Our aim is to honour the diverse stories of people who have tried to make the world more peaceful, and to engage visitors in the active endeavour of peace-making.
Population Matters
Population Matters is one of the world’s foremost population charities. We encourage an open and fair debate about population growth and our collective impact on Earth, and promote positive, non-coercive solutions to enable a better future for people and the planet.
Royal National College for the Blind, The
The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) has been leading the way in specialist education since 1872 and celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2022. We are a residential College of further education, supporting young people aged 16 -25 years who are blind or visually impaired. The College underpins academic and vocational subjects with training in mobility, assistive technology, Braille, and specialist skills for life such as money management, cookery skills, laundry and shopping.