Please could all sponsorship be paid in by July 15th 2022
Approved charities
When entering a team for the walk, team co-ordinators will be able to to nominate up to three of the charities and good causes listed below to receive the donations made on behalf of the team.
Charity Name | Charity Number | Biography |
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#FellysFund |
Our aim is to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) by supporting local sporting activities, events and teams in memory of our dear friend Peter Fell. |
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11th Barrow The Beacon Scout Group |
97672 |
11th Barrow Scout Group, with over 50 children, comprising of Beavers, Cubs & Scouts of ages 6 - 15, and adult leaders. |
1st Dalton Guides |
306016 |
We are a local group for girls age 10+ empowering them to be their best and face the challenges of growing up today, through adventure, friendship and fun. |
2nd Ulverston scout group |
1038369 |
2nd Ulverston Scouts is a large and lively group run by volunteers. We provide indoor and outdoor activities, trips, camps and life skills for 6 to 14 year old girls and boys. |
6th Duddon Dalton Methodist Scout Group |
N/A |
Weare Beaver and Cub Scout Group taking part in community events providing indoor fun and adventure in both indoor and outdoor Scouting activities. |
A Caring Space |
A caring space is a group for adults who care for other adults who have mental health issues. We meet monthly at st Matthews community halls on Highfield road, Barrow the last thursday in every month 1pm until 3pm. All 4 trustees are a mix of carers and ex carers so we have that personal experience. We offer respite for our carers, who can have very stressful lives, in the form of leisure and craft activities and occasional trips out. We all gain a lot of support from each other and many friendships have been formed through our group. |
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A Skye Full Of Stars |
A Skye Full Of Stars is a charity set up in memory of Skye Olivia Mitchell who died in a car accident in 2017. The charity raises money to give back to young people in the local area of Millom to support them to further their dreams and ambitions. So far we have donated over £3500 to help young people take part in a number of activities including representing the country in sporting and music events. Skye was an ambitious and enthusiastic person who was not going to let being from a rural Cumbrian town stop her from achieving her dreams, sadly her life was cut short as she died when she was only 18. This charity allows us to support more young people to have the opportunities that she has missed out on. |
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A Stitch Different CIC |
Not for profit organisation ran by parent carers of disabled children who manufacture affordable weighted therapy & sensory items whilst creating meaningful activities for the disability community in the form of workshops & work experience to aid independence/ self esteem |
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Abbeyfield Barrow in Furness Society Ltd |
252082 |
We are sheltered housing providing accommodation for 11 elderly residents, the Barrow Society was established 50 years ago and has been used by the local community continually over these years, residents have an en suit room and are provided with all meals and have a 24/ 7 on call support system. |
ABF The Soldiers Charity |
1146420 |
ABF The Soldiers' Charity is the Army's National charity and we exist to help soldiers, veterans and their immediate families in times of need. |
Advantage! Barrow Raiders Community Foundation |
1194545 |
Advantage! is a registered charity. We aim to develop sport, health and well-being for all age groups and ability levels in Barrow and the South Lakes area. |
Alder Hey Children's Charity |
1160661 |
Alder Hey Children’s Hospital is the busiest children’s hospital in the UK caring for over 275,000 young patients each year. Alder Hey is a Centre of Excellence for children with cancer, heart, spinal and brain disease and a National Centre for head and facial surgery, we are one of only four centres nationally to provide epilepsy surgery and one of two accredited major trauma units for children in the North West – our A & E department treats nearly 60,000 children every year. We are here for every child every day, providing remarkable care with excellence and dedication. In October 2015 we moved into our brand new world class hospital, Alder Hey in the Park, the only hospital in Europe built entirely in a park. Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises funds to support the hospital’s pioneering work and aims to improve the quality of life for not only the young people we see each year, but through innovations and research into childhood diseases, the quality of life for children in hospitals across the world. |
Alice's Escapes |
1146011 |
Alice's Escapes offers holidays in the South Lakes for families with terminally and seriously-ill children, as well as bereavement breaks for those who have suffered the tragic loss of a child. |
Alzheimers Society |
296645 |
The Alzheimer's Society offer a range of knowledge and information service relevant for both staff and people affected by Dementia. We help someone with dementia to do the things they love and understand their diagnosis. We help support their families and carers, and provide information and support for any form of dementia through our publications, helpline and website. We campaign for a better quality of life for people with dementia and a greater understanding of dementia. We are united against dementia. |
Anchor Trust Seymour Court |
1052183 |
Anchor Trust Seymour Court provides sheltered retirement housing in Barrow in Furness, and supports residents in leading a more active independent living with social activities. |
Animal Refuge Furness |
1021803 |
We have operated in the Barrow area for 40 years, Taking ALL the stray dogs that come into the council pound and finding them new homes.We also take in,care for and rehome stray and abandoned cats.We have a scheme to Trap, Neuter and release feral cats too. |
Animal Rescue Cumbria |
1153737 |
From humble beginnings in 1972 Animal Rescue Cumbria has grown and these days is a well-established rescue which takes in and rehomes over 300 dogs, cats and kittens every year. |
Animal Welfare (Furness) |
519065 |
We protect and provide sanctuary for unwanted and distressed animals until loving new homes are found. We also facilitate neutering and micro-chipping services. At Animal Welfare (Furness), we rescue, rehabilitate, nurse and rehome hundreds of cats, dogs and other animals each year in the Furness area. Since our foundation in 1985, we have been providing compassionate advice on caring for all animals to the local community and our work relies on your support. |
Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust |
1117159 |
Sunbeams is a Community Music Charity in Cumbria for people with disabilities of all ages. The Charity was founded in 1992 by Cumbrian born Harpist and Singer Annie Mawson MBE. Every month Sunbeams delivers over 100 live Community Music sessions in Music For Life® and Music For Dignity® Programmes to 1,458 disabled and disadvantaged people of all ages in 52 different venues across the County of Cumbria and at their new bespoke Centre outside Penrith. Sunbeams is reliant upon donations, fundraising and grants to keep the charity going and in order to provide their services free of charge . |
ASKAM ARLFC YOUTH | ||
Askam Sisterhood |
Sisterhood is an ecumenical ladies group which meets fortnightly, at Duddon Road Methodist Church, Askam-in-Furness. The members are aged from 60+ to 90. The Sisterhood committee also runs a chair based exercise. The exercise class is led by a qualified instructor, and meets weekly to encourage members to keep active - by gentle exercises to music |
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Askam Youth Action |
We are a youth group in Askam which runs on a Thursday evening. We have about 60 -80 children attending. |
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Ataxia UK |
1102391 |
We fund and promote research with the aim of bringing about treatments and a cure for ataxia by 2020. We want a cure for this generation. Until this is achieved, we will do all that we can to provide support services to the families and carers of people with ataxia to enable those with the condition to have the highest possible quality of life. |
Autus Cumbria |
Autus Cumbria work locally with Individuals with ASD |
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BARROW & DISTRICT DISABILITY ASSOCIATION |
513162 |
We are constituted to promote the wellbeing of disabled people, their carers and families in the Borough of Barrow in Furness in any way deemed lawful. We provide a wide range of activities and services for this client group. We are a totally independent registered charity having to raise our own funds to enable us to operate. We also work with professionals to help them best understand the needs and ways of our client group. |
Barrow & Districts Society for the Blind |
1051674 |
Barrow & Districts Society for the Blind is the lead provider of support for visually impaired people in the South West area of Cumbria. It has operated since 1923 and runs a successful residential home, the Vision Support Centre and sustainably provides home visits within the community. |
Barrow Amateur Swimming Club (ASC) |
N/A |
Barrow Amateur Swimming club (Barrow ASC) is a long established club in the Furness area (over 150 years old) that provides swimming, coaching and training opportunities for developing swimmers, County age group, Regional and swimmers of National standard. |
Barrow and Walney First Responders |
XT36228 |
We are a group of Volunteers that attend 999 calls to offer medical assistance and help the ambulance service. |
Barrow Army cadet Force |
We provide and deliver a comprehensive military based training syllabus to children aged 12 -18. Subjects include first aid, weapon handling and shooting, Navigation, military knowledge, Drill and all aspects of field craft. We also provide Duke of Edinburgh awards and BTEC qualifications. |
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Barrow Celtic FC |
CH11155 |
Barrow Celtic Association Football Club main objective is to promote and organise Junior and Open-age Association Football in the district, this will include proactive engagement with the local community. |
Barrow Citizens Advice Bureau |
1077427 |
Our aims are to to provide free, confidential, impartial and independent advice and information for the benefit of the local community, and to ensure individuals do not suffer through a lack of knowledge or an inability to express their needs effectively |
Barrow Community Basketball and Sports Association Ltd |
1070366 |
Barrow Community Basketball and Sports Association Ltd provides basketball coaching and playing opportunities to boys and girls from school year 1. We also provide the same service for men and women. We organise and deliver school basketball leagues during the season including primary, senior and college teams. We are the home to Barrow Thorns basketball club which again provides coaching and playing opportunities to both junior and senior age groups. The club teams play in National Leagues all over the Country. |
Barrow Digital Photography Club |
We aim to help digital photographers make the most of their skills and equipment in a friendly and sociable way. |
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Barrow Island ARLFC |
CH02486 |
Rugby league club |
Barrow Operatic and Dramatic Society |
702358 |
To encourage people from all walks of life to appreciate theatre, song and dance as either a performer, helper or member of an audience. To offer a safe environment for all who wish to participate. |
Barrow Raiders Ladies |
Barrow Raiders run an amateur Ladies team that provide support to the Keswick to Barrow event. The team is growing and provides opportunities for ladies and girls to compete in competitive sport. |
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Barrow Rotary Club Trip to Calvert Trust |
270923 |
The Calvert Trust organises activity holidays for disabled people, emphasising their abilities and providing them with an array of outdoor activities such as abseiling, sailing, horse riding (carriage driving) and other outdoor activities, Calvert Trust Barrow aims to send at least one person and their carer on the activity holiday. |
Barrow Sea Cadets |
521018 |
Barrow Sea Cadets offers an environment where young people aged between 10-18 find new confidence and inspiration, helping them to develop life skills, like team work and independence through nautical adventure. Our aims are brought from the heart of Royal Navy traditions. We strive to teach respect, loyalty, self-discipline, commitment, honesty and integrity. |
Barrow Senior Citizens Section Committee |
517298 |
We are an organisation that oversees 5 senior citizens clubs around Barrow, Abbotsvale Over 55's Group, Cotswold Crescent Over 55's, James Dunn Senior Citizens group, Stackwood Avenue senior Citizens Group and the Strand Senior Citizens Club. All funding is shared equally between these group that reach out to approximately 200 elderly citizens of Barrow combating loneliness and depression in our elderly population. |
Barrow Womens Community Matters |
1156492 |
Women's Community Matters is a one stop shop for women specific services. We offer a range of courses, activities, groups and one to one support to women aged 14 and over in the area. We deliver our services with love, care, compassion and kindness. We stand alongside women as they make decisions for themselves about any changes they may want to make in their own lives. |
Bay Hospitals Charity |
1048685 |
Bay Hospitals Charity - we fund over and above NHS funding. We improve the hospital environment, support clinical teams and ensure our patients receive the best possible treatment and care. We are here to support you, your family, friends and neighbours from the cradle to the grave and at every stage in between. |
Bay Trust Radio |
1193959 |
To relieve sickness, infirmity and the disabilities attendant amongst persons living in South Cumbria and North Lancashire by providing a local broadcasting service for hospitals, hospices, old persons homes and similar institutions and, wherever possible, providing a similar service within the local community to assist patients receiving care in the community. |
BEE UNIQUE |
1193559 |
BEE UNIQUE was set up to relieve the needs of those diagnosed with Autism and those in the process of medical diagnosis along with their Parents, Families and Carers through the provision of activities and support. |
Bendrigg Trust |
508450 |
Bendrigg Trust specialises in delivering high quality courses for disabled and disadvantaged people. We aim to promote inclusion, encourage independence and build self-confidence through the safe provision of adventurous activities. At Bendrigg Trust we believe in equality. We provide a wide range of adventure activities, led by highly qualified and experienced Tutors, for all ages and abilities. Based at our 60-bed residential centre just outside Kendal, our outstanding indoor facilities compliment beautiful outdoor venues and provide opportunities for active participation in all weather conditions. Bendrigg is a registered charity and since 1978, the Trust has encouraged independence and built self-confidence for over 79,000 disabled and disadvantaged people throughout the UK. |
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans |
1084189 |
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans helps all serving and ex-Service men and women who have lost limbs, or lost the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support. Our programmes allow Members and their families to face the challenges ahead with renewed confidence and self-belief. |
Bliss |
1002973 |
Bliss is the UK’s leading charity for babies born premature or sick. Bliss champions the right for every baby born premature or sick to receive the best care. We achieve this by empowering families, influencing policy and practice, and enabling life-changing research. |
Bluebell Foundation |
1132347 |
THE BLUEBELL FOUNDATION |
Bluebirds Trust |
Bluebirds Trust works to support disadvantaged groups in the local community and connect them through Barrow AFC. For example, we raise funds to provide match tickets for people who otherwise may not be able to afford attend a match. In the last few years this has extended to over a thousand people in the Furness Area. Organisations supported have included The Well Project, Furness Carers, Love Barrow, families whose children attend local primary schools. |
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Bone Cancer Research Trust |
1159590 |
Charitable Objectives - To save lives and improve outcomes for people affected by primary bone cancer through research, information, awareness and support. BCRT is the leading charity funding research into primary bone cancer. |
Bonus Swimming Club for the Physically Disabled |
Local swimming club for the physically disabled of all ages. Exercising in the pool enables members to have a freedom of movement which many struggle with otherwise. |
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Bowel Cancer UK |
1071038 |
Bowel cancer is the second biggest cancer killer in the UK but it shouldn't be. Bowel cancer is treatable and curable especially if diagnosed early. As the UK's leading bowel cancer charity, we're determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. For more information on how we can support you every step of the way, please visit our website at www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk, contact the Events team on 020 7940 1769 or email events@bowelcanceruk.org.uk. Tomorrow can't wait. Join our team and help us stop people dying of bowel cancer today. |
Brathay Trust |
1021586 |
At Brathay we know everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire and benefit others. Our charitable achievements are supported by the knowledge in our research hub and revenue from our people and organisation development consultancy along with our enterprising fundraising. |
Breast Cancer Now |
1160552 |
Breast Cancer Now are the Uks largers Breast Cancer research charity. Dedicated to funding ground breaking research bringing us close to our goal that everyone who devleops breast cancer with live and live well by 2050. |
British Heart Foundation |
225971 |
Raises money to fund life saving heart research. |
British Lung Foundation |
326730 |
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Cancer Research UK |
1089464 |
Cancer Research UK is the world’s leading charity dedicated to beating cancer through research. We’ve already saved millions of lives by discovering new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. |
CancerCare North Lancashire & South Lakeland |
1120048 |
CancerCare is a unique independent charity dedicated to helping families and individuals in North Lancashire and South Cumbria who are affected by cancer and other potentially life-limiting conditions. Delivered by qualified and experienced staff, CancerCare’s wide range of free professional therapy services are designed to help individuals and their families come to terms with and manage the challenges of a serious health condition. Services include counselling, hypnotherapy, Alexander Technique, aromatherapy massage, group activities, support groups and a Children and Young People’s Service. With 35 years of experience, CancerCare helped more than 30,000 local people affected by cancer and other life limiting conditions. CancerCare has three dedicated centres based in Barrow (the Furness Centre at the Trinity Church Centre on Warwick Road), Kendal (The Lakes Centre on Blackhall Road) and in Lancaster (Slynedales on Slyne Road) and also provides outreach services in local hospitals and community outlets including Furness General and the Royal Lancaster Infirmary. All CancerCare services are provided free of charge. This is only possible through fundraising and generous donations from local people and businesses. |
Cardiac Risk in the Young |
1050845 |
Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is the UK charity that supports those affected by conditions that can cause young sudden cardiac death. CRY provides bereavement support and funds fast -track expert pathology investigations at the CRY Centre for Cardiac Pathology. CRY raises awareness of signs and symptoms of cardiac conditions and supports young people diagnosed with life-threatening conditions through the myheart Network. CRY funds medical research and operates a nationwide cardiac screening programme for any person between the age of 14 and 35. CRY funds fast -track expert medical services at the CRY Centre for Inherited Cardiovascular Conditions and Sports Cardiology. |
Casualties Union |
234672 |
We create the illusion of illness or injury by make-up, from a faint to a heart attack, or from a splinter to a protruding broken bone. We study how the victim would behave, acting with appropriate posture, facial expression and speech. we respond to how we are treated by providing vital feedback both during the scenarios or afterwards. We protest if our injury is handled clumsily, and reward good treatment with a smile of relief and a 'thank you'. |
Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School |
Our school provides education for children from Reception to Year 2 age. We provide childcare for children of Pre-School and Nursery age. |
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Chayah Development Project |
1181113 |
The chayah Projec support families that have expperienced a family bereavement, families struggling to make ends meet thought that are trying to deal with lifes curve balls. |
Children's Hospices Across Scotland |
SC019724 |
We’re Children’s Hospices Across Scotland. But most people know us as CHAS. For over twenty years we’ve been offering a full family support service for babies, children and young people with life-shortening conditions. This includes palliative care, family respite and support – through our hospices, homecare services and hospital presence. We help families keep the Joy Alive. |
Childrens Cancer and Leukaemia Group |
286669 |
Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group is a leading children’s cancer charity and the UK and Ireland’s professional association for those involved in the treatment and care of children with cancer. Each week in the UK and Ireland, more than 30 children are diagnosed with cancer. Two out of ten children will not survive their disease. Over the last 40 years, CCLG has played a key role in the major improvements in survival rates and the standards of care for children. We bring together childhood cancer professionals to ensure all children receive the best possible treatment and care. There are still some childhood cancers with a poor outlook, and many treatments can have long-lasting side effects. Further research is therefore vital, and the ultimate aim of CCLG is to cure as many children as possible while reducing the short and long-term side effects of treatment. We fund and support research into childhood cancers, and we help young patients and their families with our expert, high quality and award-winning information resources. |
Church Walk Preschool Ltd |
1110326 |
The charity preschool nursery is at the heart of Ulverston, providing care for children aged 2-4 for over 25 years. The preschool is run by a committee and the long serving staff work tirelessly to support all the children in giving them the best start in their early childhood. We are continually raising money to provide the children with the best resources and opportunities possible. |
Citizens Advice Allerdale |
1097260 |
Citizens Advice Allerdale provide free, independent, impartial and confidential advice on a wide range of areas including debt, benefits, employment, housing, relationships, consumer issues and many other problems. We are an independent charity and part of the Citizens Advice network across England and Wales. We are made up of a number of paid staff and volunteers and between us we are able to fulfil our aims and principles, which are: To ensure that individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge on their rights and responsibilities or of the services available to them, or through an inability to express their needs effectively. And equally to exercise a responsible influence on the development of social policies and services both locally and nationally. |
Climbers Against Cancer |
1158181 |
Through the worldwide climbing community, we aim to increase awareness and raise funds for research in the continued fight against a disease that affects so many. Climbers Against Cancer is run mainly by volunteers and none of the money raised is used for administration, travel or any other expenses. |
Combat Stress |
206002 |
Combat Stress is the UK’s leading charity |
Coniston Amenities Fund |
225142 |
The Coniston Amenities Fund supports local groups and organisations which require additional funding to continue to operate, but which being in a sparsely populated rural area can be difficult. |
Coniston CE Primary School |
Coniston CofE Primary School is a small community school within the Lake District. We have a lovely community who participate in school events and raise money to support our children's education. |
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Coniston Cricket Club |
Coniston Cricket Club is a voluntary organisation which provides individuals, both children and adults from Coniston and the surrounding area the opportunity for socialising and recreation through the sport. We currently have 2 mens' teams who play in the Westmorland Cricket League, with games played once or twice a week and also training midweek. |
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Coniston Mountain Rescue Team |
1192607 |
Mountain Rescue across the UK is a voluntary organisation which relies solely on the support and generosity of the public; whether that be as an active member out on the fells; as a supporter with fund raising and/or admin activities or a friend providing donations. Whether it is time or money given without this the team simply could not function or be there when they are needed most. Coniston Mountain Rescue Team was founded in 1947 and was the first team of its kind in the UK. There are currently over 30 highly trained volunteers on the active list, turning out in all-weather 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and all funded solely by donations. |
Coniston Sports and Social Centre |
1121782 |
To promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of Coniston and the surrounding area the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances or for the public at large in the interest of social welfare and with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitants. |
COPELAND AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB |
1103769 |
The objectives of the Charity are 'the promotion of community participation in healthy recreation in particular by the provision of facilities and assistance to those who need it for them to take part in the sport of swimming.’ |
Coronation House |
500571 |
Provide very sheltered accommodation for 10 residents |
Crake Community First Responders |
We are a Community First Responder's Group operating in South Cumbria and Crake Valley. Community First Responders are equipped and trained community based volunteers who are paged out from Ambulance Control to provide critical care of patients and situations pending the Ambulance arrival. Other activities include promoting Public Access Defibrillators and assisting CPR Training. |
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Crisis |
1082947 |
Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. We are dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change. |
Croft Care Trust |
703194 |
Croft Care Trust is a local charity founded in 1955 to provide support and care for people with physical and learning difficulties. It was originally set up to provide support and help for the families of children with difficulties, but as our clients progressed through life we changed to meet their needs into what we are today. |
Crohn's and Colitis UK |
1117148 |
We’re the UK’s leading charity in the battle against Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Founded as a patients’ association in 1979, we now have 35,000 members across the UK. These aren’t just people who have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – our members also include their families and friends, health professionals and others who support our work. They’ve helped us set up 50 Local Networks across the nation. These arrange educational meetings, generate publicity and organise fundraising. We work to make life better for the 300,000 people in the UK with Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis and other forms of IBD. |
Cumbria 4x4 Response |
1194623 |
Providing logistical support in times of adverse weather to the Emergency Services, NHS Trusts, Local Authorities and other charities in and around Cumbria. |
Cumbria Action for Sustainability |
1123155 |
Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS) is Cumbria's leading climate change organisation. Our vision is a zero-carbon Cumbria, bringing about a better way of life in balance with our environment. We work with householders, local environmental action groups, parish councils, communities, businesses, indeed anyone who wants to help tackle climate change and rising energy costs in Cumbria. |
Cumbria Alcohol Drug Advisory Service |
1002201 |
Cadas was established in 1980 and is a well-respected and registered charity. We have helped thousands of people and their families over the last 38 years offering holistic and strengths based approaches supporting individuals in recovery. Our approach is underpinned by the Asset-Based Community Development Model (ABCD). Our core service comprises of individual and group support, volunteering, peer mentoring and mutual aid via peer led support groups, programmes and workshops of educative and preventative initiatives. |
Cumbria Schools Table Tennis |
Cumbria Schools Table Tennis organise annual tournaments for All schoolchildren in Cumbria up to the age of 18. Winners of each age group the represent Cumbria in the National Finals held annually in Wolverhampton. In addition grants can be awarded to those children struggling with the cost of entering and travelling to the National Finals. |
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Cumbria Wildlife Trust |
218711 |
Cumbria Wildlife Trust is recognised for our conservation work, which has safeguarded 44 spectacular nature reserves in the county and restored hundreds of sites of different habitats, often in partnership with others. We are also passionate about sharing our knowledge and skills with young people and inspiring them to be the future of conservation. |
Dalton Community Association |
10763322 |
DCA is dedicated to provide services to the community of Dalton and the surrounding areas .These services are provided in Dalton Community Centre , DCA raises funds to maintain and run the centre . Groups that use the Centre include Age Uk, Dalton Youth , and Jack & Jill Playgroup. It is the only community venue in Dalton area capable of housing all these groups |
Dazzle for Children |
08953194 |
Our organisation supports local children and families through our kids clubs, imformation centre as well as offering a training facility for young people. |
Dementia UK |
1039404 |
Dementia UK offers specialist one-to-one support and expert advice for people living with dementia through our world-class Admiral Nurses. We work hand in hand with families, helping them cope with the fear, uncertainty and difficult everyday reality of dementia. In providing the compassionate, expert support families need every step of the way, we help them to live more positively with dementia in the present; and to face the challenges of tomorrow with more confidence, and less fear. |
Derby Toc H Children's Camp |
223219 |
Derby Toc H takes 130 children aged between 10 and 14 on a free 10 day camping holiday in Derbyshire. These children would not normally have any sort of holiday or break from home. We can take them into the countryside, swimming, canoeing cycling and games on the field |
Diabetes UK |
215199 |
Diabetes UK is looking towards a world where diabetes can do no harm. We provide information, help and peer support, so people with diabetes can manage their condition effectively. We are one of the largest funders of diabetes research in the UK. |
Dogs for Life |
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Dogs Trust |
227523 |
Dogs Trust give stray and abandoned dogs a second chance at a brighter future with responsible, caring new owners. They are funded entirely by the generosity of their supporters and without their support it would be simply impossible to care for around 17,000 stray and abandoned dogs at their 20 rehoming centres. |
Doris Banham Dog Rescue |
1103372 |
We save the lives and rehome lost and abandoned dogs due to die in council pounds because they have not been reclaimed by their owners or received any offers from other rescues. We take dogs regardless of age, breed or veterinary condition. We have rescued over 15,000 to date. 100% of donations spent on the dogs, all unpaid volunteers, on call 365 days per year. |
Dowdales School |
Secondary School providing educational, stimulating and resourceful provisions for local students |
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Dravet Syndrome UK |
1128289 |
Dravet Syndrome UK is an independent UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Dravet syndrome through support, education and medical research. |
Drop Zone Youth Projects |
1002656 |
Drop Zone Youth Projects works with young people across the Furness area to realise their aspirations. We provide support, guidance and advice on all issues which affect young people. |
Duddon & Furness Mountain Rescue Team |
1173246 |
Mountain search and rescue team covering south west Cumbria; including, mountains, fells, rural, urban and coastal (shore side only) areas; 24 hours a day 365 days a year. |
Duddon Canoe Club |
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Duddon Dragons Explorer Scout Unit |
525102 |
Explorer Scout Unit |
Duddon Inshore Rescue |
500045 |
Duddon Inshore Rescue is a voluntary organisation providing a 24 hour on-call service dedicated to fostering the safety of individuals, by providing and maintaining an effective search and rescue operation for assistance to anyone or anything in peril from the sea in the area of the Duddon estuary and Walney waters in Cumbria. We aim to work closely with the local community and welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Since the inception of Duddon Inshore Rescue we have been involved in over 400 incidents on or around the treacherous waters of the Duddon estuary. |
Dystonia Society Furness & South Lakes Group |
1062595 |
Dystonia Society supports people with dystonia-a neurological condition which is life changing and often painful. They support research, patients and disseminate information to raise awareness and give advice. They operate across the UK and have supported many people in the Cumbria area. |
Egremont & District Churches Together |
We promote church outreach into the local community, bringing together all of the local churches (Roman Catholic, Methodist and Anglican) to work with one voice, encouraging unity across denominations and ensuring greater coverage and efficiency in providing help irrespective of faith. |
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Epilepsy Research UK |
1100394 |
Epilepsy Research UK supports ground-breaking independent research into the causes, treatment and prevention of epilepsy to help transform the lives of the 1 in 103 people living with epilepsy in the UK today. |
Epilepsy Society |
206186 |
We are the leading national epilepsy medical charity working for everyone affected by epilepsy. We lead the world with our ground breaking medical research into causes and treatments for epilepsy. |
Every Life Matters |
1180815 |
Every Life Matters was founded in November 2018 and aims to take a fresh, innovative and long term approach to suicide prevention and suicide bereavement support in Cumbria - a county that has had suicide rates well above the national average for too many years. To do this we will develop a network of Suicide Safer Community projects across Cumbria, provide Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Training, undertake ongoing campaigning and awareness raising and establish a countywide Support After Suicide service for individuals and communities affected and bereaved by suicide. |
Fairoak Housing Association |
EW34477 |
Fairoak Housing provide high quality, safe, affordable, and suitably adapted housing for our tenants in Barrow, South Lakes, Northumberland and County Durham. for tenants who are vulnerable or have learning, mental health or physical disability and autism. Fairoak offer a range of living styles including supported living, shared houses, adult care homes and shared ownership. In addition to providing accommodation, we are also able to advise our tenants on how to obtain the support necessary to live independently. Each scheme is carefully managed to ensure that all tenants individual requirements are met, this also covers social inclusion and ensuring our tenants are not socially isolated. We provide activities, training, events and volunteer support to our tenants all of which is funded through fundraising and donations. |
Family Action |
264713 |
Family Action is the UK’s leading family charity, working with over 60,000 children and families every year. We tackle some of the most complex and difficult issues facing families today - including financial crisis, mental health problems and young carers. |
Family Groups (Bedford) Ltd |
1045275 |
Bedford Women's Centre is based in the Raleigh Centre which is in the Cauldwell Ward of Bedford on Ampthill Road. Our aim is to support women in the community to improve the quality of life for them and their families. We offer one to one support and mentoring, weekly workshops, training courses and support groups for women to promote healthy relationships and eradicate Domestic Abuse. The centre is run by Family Groups Bedford, which is a registered charity who have provided services to the local community since 1982. |
Fifth Sense UK |
1175553 |
Fifth Sense is the first U.K. Charity providing direct support, advice and a signpost to potential diagnosis and treatment for the approximate 3 million people with smell loss or disorder. The effect of losing the Sense of smell is devastating and Fifth Sense aims to raise awareness of the condition, support sufferers, engage in research in search of a cure and treatments and to help improve the life experiences of those who can no longer enjoy the emotions attached to smell and flavours in food. |
FND Hope UK |
1173607 |
FND Hope UK mission is to provide awareness, support affected individuals, and advance in to Functional Neurological Disorder [FND]. We aim to drive high quality standards for FND care while empowering patients to better health. |
Forever Stars |
1156990 |
We fundraise for the development of bereavement equipment and services for parents of stillborn babies and neonatal baby loss. This includes building bereavement suites within the NUH Trust |
Friends of Burlington |
1195931 |
Friends of Burlington take the traditional role of the PTA for Burlington Primary School and Nursery. We play an important role in the school children’s education by: • raising money to provide educational extras for the children to make learning fun; |
Friends of Croftlands Infant & Nursery School |
We are a group of parents and school staff who raise money to pay for resources and equipment to enrich pupils' lives. |
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Friends of Croftlands Junior School |
All our activities help advance the education of pupils at the school. We raise funds to help support additional activities such as school trips and supporting school initiatives such as science and author weeks. We put on events to bring parents, teachers, pupils and the community together to raise funds and enrich the pupils time in the school. |
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Friends of Low Furness |
We are a group of teachers, parents and friends who support our local village school. We raise money to buy equipment and pay for extra activities for our children. We have bought outdoor and play equipment in recent years. We ensure the children have access to a rich curriculum by spending our money with advise from school staff and the children. |
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Friends of Pennington School |
Friends of Pennington School is made up of a diverse range of members who all give up their free time. We fundraise throughout the year, organising events for the children. All monies raised go back into the school to support the growth and development of the students. |
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Friends of the Adventures Youth Club |
ref LCD 218186 |
We work to raise funds to support a locally run youth club for disabled young people. The youth club is expanding into a more social well being and development club and we now have groups of varying ages and have also recently opened specialist clubs for Minecraft and Lego enthusists. |
Furness 100 Photography Club |
Photography Club |
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Furness Abbey Fellowship |
N/A |
We are a heritage and educational small charity by constitution to support Furness Abbey. We raise funds and awareness for this very important historical building and raise awareness and education. |
Furness Carers |
1114029 |
Furness Carers is the only generic Carers organisation within the Furness area which supports unpaid Carers. Carers look after family, partners or friends in need of help because they are ill, frail or have a disability. We support all Carers both Adults 18+ and Young Carers 5-18 year old. |
Furness Creatives |
Furness Creatives aims are to engage with the Barrow community in their creative pursuits. To establish community art space with a relaxed and friendly working group of mixed ability artists to encourage the study, practice, and development of the arts. With creative’s working on a basis of mutual self-help, with special emphasis given to the encouragement of beginners by the more experienced members. |
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Furness First Aid Corps |
We provide free first aid course to the local community. We also provide first aid cover at local events, galas etc. |
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Furness Group Riding for the Disabled |
1174566 |
We provide horse-riding opportunities to disabled children in the Furness area. We are based at Seaview Riding School on Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness and offer riding to 18 children each Wednesday morning from 2 special schools and 4 mainstream schools during school term time (24 sessions per annum). We also offer riding to an additional 18 children on a Thursday evening when they come along with their parents/guardians, but because of the dark nights and cold weather we are only able to offer 18 sessions per annum. We also take 5 riders from either George Hastwell or Sandside Special Schools each year to the Clwyd Special Riding Centre in Northern Wales for a 5 day holiday. |
Furness Homeless Support Group |
1051415 |
Furness Homeless Support Group is a local charity which originally began as a Christmas Shelter in 1989. We soon realised that the need was prevalent all year round and have gradually grown through the years to incorporate the facilities we now have. Our project now comprises of a day centre, 9 units of short term supported accommodation, a 1 bed flat, a 2 bed house and a 3 bed house for those in need of continues support. Our day centre is open to anyone who wishes company or to partake in a low cost quality meal. We house individuals who have found themselves homeless who require support to enable them to ultimately move on to sustain their own tenancy. People come to us with multiple issues including mental health, learning difficulties, substance misuse. The support we provide includes areas such as budgeting, debt reduction, living skills, accessing health care, cooking and planning healthy meals on a budget, liaising with specialised agencies regarding alcohol/drug use, mental health services, debt, volunteering etc. |
Furness Lions Club |
1003484 |
Our Motto is "WE SERVE". |
Furness Mental Health Trust |
1152986 |
Furness Mental Health Trust (FMHT) is unique in the Furness Area in being a Service User and Carer Led and Run Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO/ULO), registered with the Charity Commission and members of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), Cumbria CVS, Cumbria Action for Health (A4H) and Cumbria Mental Health Provider Forum (CMHPF). FMHT aims to promote emotional wellbeing, improve Mental Health, and reduce the impact of poverty in the Furness and South Lakes area, which includes some of the most impoverished wards in the North West of England, by providing the opportunity people and their families have to access support sessions and group personal development activities and services as described in our Objects, Aims and Activities. Objects: Aims and Activities: |
Furness Motor Neurone Disease |
294354 |
We are a fundraising and support group for people living with Motor Neurone Disease in the Furness area. |
Furness Multiple Sclerosis Society |
1139257 |
The Multiple Sclerosis Society Furness Group offers completely free of charge therapies to all of it's members living in the Furness area. These therapies are; Physiotherapy, Hydrotherapy, Chiropody, Reflexology and Counselling. We have a 24 hour support line which is manned by volunteers and we run social outigs for those who are less able to get out and about. |
Furness Police Cadets |
n/a |
Furness Police Cadets are a group of young people aged 13 to 18 drawn from the Furness area. The cadet unit has 25% vulnerability, and reflects the diversity of it's community offering equal opportunity for local children to be involved in improving their communities and developing themselves. |
Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group |
N/A |
We are a group of men, along with our families, living with prostate cancer, and those interested in improving the care and support of those affected by cancer. |
Furness Refugee Support |
A small charity which supports refugees who have resettled in to our communities in Furness. |
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Furness Stroke Support Group |
Support group for people who have suffered strokes. |
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Girlguiding Cumbria South |
524504 |
We build girls’ confidence and raise their aspirations. We give them the chance to discover their full potential and encourage them to be a powerful force for good. We give them a space to have fun and make new friends. |
Grace House |
1100682 |
Grace House offers specialist short break care to children and young people aged 5-18 living in the North East, who have a complex physical disability, health needs or life limiting condition. Children and young people come and stay with us for planned, regular mini-breaks, enabling them to have fun and spend time with their friends, in a home from home environment that can meet all their needs. The children have the time of their lives while their parents or carers have a break from caring. We offer regular activities including cooking sessions, trips out, gardening and sensory play. We also support parents and carers through our One Place, Your Space project. We offer counselling services both for parents and children with disabilities and we will soon be introducing a sibling counselling service as well. Parents can access one hour of holistic therapy a month, reiki, massage or aromatherapy allowing them to relax and have some time for them probably for the only time in the month. There are also regular peer to peer groups available for support. |
GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE |
1092204 |
We fly three air ambulance helicopters across the North-East, North Yorkshire and Cumbria. We bring pioneering pre-hospital care to the scene, rescuing hundreds of severely injured or ill patients every year. |
Growing Well |
1182018 |
Growing Well is a farm-based mental health charity near Kendal. We provide a safe, supportive working environment to nurture mental health recovery and welcome anyone experiencing depression, anxiety or more complex mental health issues. We are funded through charitable donations and sale of our organic produce. |
Haverigg Inshore Rescue Team |
504409 |
Haverigg Inshore Rescue Team is an independent lifeboat operating from Haverigg with the aim of preserving life at sea. |
Hawcoat Park Cricket |
Cricket team playing in the Cumbria cricket league |
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Hawcoat Park Ltd |
CH10556 |
Hawcoat Park Sports Club (still known to many locals as Vickers Sports Club) is a truly unique facility in Barrow in Furness. The club comprises 15 acres of playing fields and caters for a variety of sports at both Junior and Senior levels. Sports played at Hawcoat Park include Archery, Bowls, Cricket, Football, Rifle and Pistol shooting, Rugby League, Rugby Union, and Table Tennis. |
Hawcoat Park Youth Rugby |
We are the youth section of Hawcoat Park RUFC running teams for 10 - 16 year olds. |
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Headway South Cumbria |
EW27552 |
We are a branch of Headway covering South Cumbria. We are working to improve life after brain injury by providing information, support, events, activities and opportunities locally. Our aim is to work together with people affected by an acquired brain injury so they can move forward and make progress. We currently support over 80 people who live between Barrow and Shap. Many are unable to drive because of their injuries, and few currently are able to return to work. Thank you for your help |
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People |
293358 |
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been through an incredible journey to get where we are today. In a nutshell, we train dogs to alert deaf people to sounds they would otherwise miss – simple sounds that many people take for granted like the doorbell, alarm clock and even danger signals like the fire alarm. Being aware of these – thanks to a hearing dog – makes a real difference to deaf people’s lives. Deafness can be a very isolating disability. A hearing dog can give a deaf person a newfound sense of independence and confidence now they have a loyal companion and a true friend by their side. |
Hospice at Home West Cumbria |
1086837 |
We deliver high quality palliative and end of life care in West Cumbria, by providing services traditionally found in a hospice building to people in their own homes and local communities. We also provide Family and Bereavement Support, and specialist lymphoedema treatments in West Cumbria. |
Huntingtons Disease Association |
296453 |
The Huntington’s Disease Association (HDA) is the only organisation providing a dedicated service of advice, guidance and support for people in England and Wales who are devastated by Huntington’s disease. We run a regional Specialist HD Advisory service to support those directly affected by the disease, and their families and carers, delivered by our HD experts and tailored to the individual needs of the families we work with. There are approximately 6,000 people suffering from Huntington’s in the UK. For every person diagnosed another four people are at risk. That’s 24,000 people whose lives will, at some point, be turned upside down by the anguish of waiting for a diagnosis, or taking their chances without. Supporting individuals and families is our core focus. Our 23 Specialist HD Advisers are currently working with a total of 13,639 people affected by HD across England and Wales. Many of these are HD patients, but they also help those at risk, and their families and carers, who shoulder the heavy burden of caring for their loved ones. |
Invest in ME Research |
1153730 |
Invest in ME Research (IiMER) was set up with the objectives of making a change in how ME is perceived and treated in the media, by health departments and by healthcare professionals. We aim to do this by identifying the three key areas to concentrate our efforts on - funding for biomedical research, education and lobbying. Invest in ME Research aims to collaborate and coordinate events and activities in these areas in order to provide the focus and funding to allow biomedical research to be carried out. Invest in ME Research want to establish a national strategy of biomedical research into ME and establish a UK and European Centre of Excellence for biomedical research into ME. Please help make ME an illness which is properly understood and where adequate funding is provided for biomedical research into ME allowing treatments and cures to be found. |
Ireleth St Peters CE Primary School FOI |
Friends of Ireleth are a fund raising committee who are dedicated to providing additional resources and funding to the children in our school. This funding is spent subsidising trips out of school, workshops, drama trips, play and resources equipment and developing the life chances and raising self esteem in our children. |
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James Rennie Parent Teachers and Friends Association |
519314 |
James Rennie School is a special school for students aged between 3 and 19 living in Carlisle and North Cumbria. The school caters for approximately 140 pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties. Some pupils also have autistic spectrum condition, sensory loss or physical difficulties. |
JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) |
295716 |
JDRF is the type 1 diabetes research charity, aiming to cure type 1, and in the process, making lives easier for those with type 1. |
Jogging Pals |
N/a |
Jogging Pals is a club affiliated with England Athletics. We aim to get people active and moving through the principles of run, jump and throw. Through programmes and activities such as Jogging Pals Juniors, JP Squad, or our adult couch to 5k programmes, we've helped over 500 people get into running. We also deliver the Mental Health Mile in Kendal, with a normal attendance of 150 people, and are looking at expanding this into other areas e.g. Bowness and Ulverston |
John Ruskin School |
Community school |
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Jos Appeal |
1165020 |
Jo's Appeal was set up in memory of my wife, former Evening Mail journalist Jo Davies, who died last August, aged 38, five-and-a-half years after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer. |
Jubilee House Day Centre Amenity Fund (PAVE) |
PAVE is a service which provides support and opportunities to vulnerable adults within the community. |
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K2B pool of local charities |
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Kendal Gymnastics Club |
Kendal Gymnastics Club provides gymnastic facilities to girls and boys in Kendal and the wider Cumbrian area. The club aims to provide an exceptional but safe environment where all gymnasts can have fun whilst being challenged to achieve and maximise their potential and help them to become well rounded sports people regardless of level, social or financial background. Kendal Gymnastics Club is a Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) affiliated to British Gymnastics. |
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Kendal Mountain Search and Rescue Team |
259539 |
Kendal Mountain Search and Rescue Team was formed in 1950 s. The purpose of the team is to search and rescue people and animals who are inaccessible to our ambulance services because of geography. |
Keswick Mountain Rescue Team |
1165345 |
We have been rescuing people in difficulties on the fells around Keswick since 1947, averaging about two rescues a week in recent years. All our members are volunteers and number between 45 and 50. We are all on call 24 hours a day, every day of the year. We are entirely reliant on charitable support, with no government funding. |
Kids Out South Cumbria |
1075789 |
Kids Out was formed over 25 years ago to help under privileged children. The help is usually in the form of a special day out. Assistance is provided through Local Rotary Clubs who raise the funding. On 12 June 2019 2 coaches will take 80 Children plus Teachers & careers to Lakes Aquarium, then on the Ferry to Fell Foot. Here everyone will receive a packed lunch. The coaches will pick us up &back to Barrow for 15.30. We would request a donation of £800. |
Kings Head Bowling Club |
Kings Head Bowling Club is based behind the Kings Head Pub Ulverston. We are a crown green bowling club. The green is open to members whilst the Pub is open and we have a team in the Ulverston and district bowling league. |
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Kirkwood Hospice |
512987 |
Kirkwood Hospice provides specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support is also provided for their family members, friends and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training and partnership with others, the Hospice improves care for everyone affected by a life-limiting illness. |
Lake District Calvert Trust |
270923 |
Our mission is to enable people with disabilities to achieve their potential through the challenge of adventurous activities in the countryside in order for them to develop, change perceptions and make positive and lasting changes to their lives. |
Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association |
506349 |
The Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association is the umbrella body for mountain rescue teams in Cumbria (UK). Covers the Lake District and Cumbria |
Lancaster & Morecambe Deaf Children's Society |
1147415 |
LAMDCS have been supporting deaf children and their families in the local area for over 10 years. |
Langdale Valley Association |
WE PROMOTE THE COMMUNITY SPIRIT WITHIN THE VALLEY AND SUPPORT INITIATIVES TO ENHANCE THE AREA |
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Levens Valley AC running club |
We are a group of parents and running enthusiasts training together for track, fell and cross country. We encourage our members of all ages (8-60+) to work hard together to stay fit, healthy and competitive. Our kids are shown how to improve their skills and contribute to the community. We train in Barrow (track), Ulverston (fell) and Haverthwaite (xcountry) to maximise community accesss and reach. We support each other in races and events whatever the level and actively seek to share the positive benefits of running for everyone's physical and mental we'll being. |
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Lindal & Marton Primary School |
We are a small community primary school situated between between Lindal Village and Marton Village. |
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Lindal Moor Cricket Club |
06282 |
We provide opportunities to play cricket for men, women, boys and girls in Lindal and Low Furness |
Lookin GOOD and feelin GREAT |
set up in 2015 we are a local cancer support and fundraising group . we accept nominations from local families suffering from cancer and donate up to £200 per family |
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LooseHeadz |
1193051 |
The LooseHeadz mission is to place a mental health lead at every rugby club in the world. We then aim to give each partner club access to a free and accessible toolkit to promote positive mental fitness. |
Love Barrow Families CIC |
CIC number- 10606596 |
Love Barrow Families CIC is an innovative, dynamic and forward thinking family -led organisation, working with complex, vulnerable and marginalised families from the most deprived wards in Barrow in Furness to improve their life outcomes. Uniquely, we facilitate the whole family to regain their physical and emotional well-being after the isolation, trauma and hardship of their lived experiences. |
Lowick Community Hall |
1119022 |
Provide affordable bookings for classes, meetings and events. Main base at Lowick bridge for K2B on day of walk. |
Lowick Green Management Group |
1161934 |
A Charitable Incorporated Organisation (C.I.O.)set up in 2012 to restore and protect the future of Lowick Green. A precious, environmentally sensitive village green providing an educational and environmental village resource for the local community and visitors to the Lake District National Park. |
Macmillan Cancer Support |
261017 |
Right there with you - we're here to help everyone with cancer live life as fully as they can, providing physical, financial and emotional support. We understand that cancer and cancer treatment can throw a lot your way. It can affect your body, your money and your relationships. We provide information to help you make your best decision about treatment, and guidance about dealing with its effects. Our advisers help with money and work matters, and with benefits and grants. We’re there for you at diagnosis and beyond, providing reassurance for you, your friends and your family. |
Manna House (Cumbria) |
1147785 |
Manna House provides a range of services for those who are homeless, vulnerably housed, lonely or needing help. Our services include housing, benefits and debt advice, an advocacy service, a drop-in support centre and a 'skills cafe' offering many short easily accessed courses. |
Maryport Rescue |
1113807 |
Maryport Rescue was formed in1978 following the tragic loss of 3 local men who went fishing in the Solway Firth on a small boat and never returned .over the years we have grown and developed into the service we have today ,we offer a 24/7 emergency lifeboat service ,swift water flood rescue and Search and rescue team available when called by HM Coastguard ,Cumbria Constabulary ,Cumbria Fire and Rescue . |
Mayfield School Development Fund |
505938 |
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Meningitis Now |
803016 |
Meningitis Now is the first meningitis patient group in the world, founders of the meningitis movement and the only charity dedicated to fighting meningitis in the UK. Over our 30 year history, we have invested over £12m in early stage research that has played a critical part in the introduction of five life-saving vaccines. Meningitis Now has a vision where no one in the UK loses their life to meningitis and everyone affected gets the support they need to rebuild their lives. We do this by funding research into prevention in the form of vaccines as we believe it is the most effective way to save lives. We offer a range of services from a dedicated helpline, to counselling and complementary therapies, to events so that families can get together and share their experiences. We believe that nobody should have to face meningitis on their own. As a charity which receives no government funding, we rely on the generosity of the public to fund our vital work. |
Meningitis Research Foundation |
1091105 |
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Mesothelioma UK |
1177039 |
Mesothelioma UK is a national specialist resource centre, specifically for the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma. The charity is dedicated to providing specialist mesothelioma information, support and education, and to improving care and treatment for all UK mesothelioma patients and their carers. The principle support is provided by specialist nurses and claims advisors. The head office details are |
Mill Lane PCA |
1108187 |
We are a Parent Carer Association offering support and advice to other parent carers and financial support to Mill Lane Day Opportunities for over 30 years which is a day service offering a variety of opportunities to adults with moderate to profound learning disabilities. Our financial support has enabled the development of outside activity areas, a soft play area and a sensory room. We also provide support in areas such as funding actors and musicians to perform within the building to allow those with more profound needs to access entertainment within an accessible environment. We aim to offer to provide help, support and advice to parents, carers and adults with learning disabilities within the Furness and wider area. |
Millom Bike Group |
We are a group of motorcycling enthusiasts who meet up once a month to talk bikes and raise money for the Air Ambulance (of whoch marshalling at the K2B is one of our fundraising activities) |
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Millom Junior Football Club |
CH11608 |
Millom Junior Football Club is a non-profit organisation, which was formed in 2015 to provide the children of the local area the opportunity to play football. The club currently has teams in all age groups ranging from under 7 to under 16 level, which play in the Barrow & District Junior Football League. All teams are sponsored by different businesses in the local area, which provide the funding to purchase match day kits for all our teams. All of the teams are coached by volunteers in the local community. The majority of these coaches are qualified to at least Level 1, with the remaining working towards achieving this qualification. All of the coaches are CRB checked to ensure they are cleared to work with children. Current running costs are covered by donations paid by Parents and fundraising events. |
Millom Parents and Carers Disability Group |
1166916 |
MPCDG puts on activities for children with disabilities, in and around the Millom area. K2B and C2B donations will go towards; swimming, horse riding, fencing, canoeing, ghyll scrambling, bush craft, trampolineing, Minecraft Club, minibus exertions and many more activities. Thank you |
Millom Stepping Stones |
1125005 |
Millom Stepping Stones is a charity run nursery offering full day care for children aged 3 months to 8 years old. |
Millom Striders |
CH11748 |
Millom Striders is a running club set up to encourage people to start running but also to improve their running. Millom Striders are the driving force behind an initiative to create a community track which will be accessible to all and will enable the community to run or cycle in safety. |
Mind in Furness |
1143600 |
Our vision is to work proactively and in partnership with statutory and other organisations and individuals: to promote mental health and to improve the quality of life for people suffering from, or with the potential to suffer from, mental distress by providing and encouraging user-led activities and services and |
MLD Support Association UK |
1150542 |
MLD Support Association UK was founded to support and help families suffering from Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD), a terminal, genetic neuro-degenerative disease |
Moorside Primary School PTA (MOORFS) |
1062779 |
Raising money to support our children and our school |
Motor Neurone Disease Association |
294354 |
The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is dedicated to supporting people affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, improving care, promoting research and campaigning to raise awareness. |
MS Research |
1043280 |
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Myeloma UK |
SC026116 |
Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with myeloma. We are helping myeloma patients live longer and with a better quality of life. How? By accelerating the discovery, development and access to new treatments, while helping patients and their families cope with everything a diagnosis of myeloma brings. |
Narcolepsy UK |
1144342 |
Narcolepsy is a rare neurological condition that affects the brain's ability to regulate the normal sleep-wake cycle. Narcolepsy is estimated to affect about 1 person in 2,500. That means that in the UK there are approximately 30,000 people who have narcolepsy, though it is believed that the majority have not been diagnosed. Normal sleep takes the form of a regular pattern of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and non-REM stages. During a fully night's sleep, every 90 minutes or so a normal sleeper experiences several minutes of REM sleep, during which dreaming occurs, before switching back to non-REM sleep. |
Newbarns Primary School |
Newbarns Primary and Nursery School is committed to providing the best in resources for the children. Additional funding is spent subsidising trips out of school, visiting artists, authors and theatre groups, as well as extra play equipment for all children to enjoy. |
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Newton Primary School |
We are a small village school with parents interested in raising money to support the school. We are raising money for a variety of resources to use throughout the school. |
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North West 4x4 Response |
1164332 |
We are 4 X4 Logistical support for emergency services and other user bodies in times of need or adverse conditions |
North West Air Ambulance Charity |
1075641 |
A huge thank you for choosing to raise money for your North West Air Ambulance Charity. In a split second unexpected things can happen that will change your life forever. It is in these moments that our crew of pilots and HEMS paramedics and doctors will be at the right place at the right time delivering vital pre-hospital care to the patient, reducing the risk of long term injury and saving lives. Just as many critically injured patients would not survive without the service, your North West Air Ambulance Charity would not be here without you. Our lifesaving service is funded by the generosity of people like you through donations, fundraising activity, lottery membership and through our network of retail outlets. As a charity we need to raise more than £8 million each year to stay operational. Welcome to Team NWAA, together we can make a lifesaving difference to people across the North West. |
Oak Tree Animals' Charity |
1169511 |
Working for our community; caring for animals; making a difference. |
OutdoorLads |
1133121 |
OutdoorLads runs a range of sociable outdoor activities for gay, bi men and trans guys right across the UK and further afield - activity based things like hiking, climbing, camping, biking, canoeing, scrambling, running and sailing. as well as purely social events. We have three dedicated members of staff running our office, but it's important to recognise that everything else we do is done by one of our many, amazing volunteers. Friendly and welcoming: Experienced, or novice, it doesn't matter: You’ll have a great time with friendly guys who all have a shared love of the outdoors. |
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide |
1070896 |
Suicide is the biggest killer of young people – male and female – under 35 in the UK. In 2016, 1,666 young people took their own lives. That equates to over four per day. Every year many thousands more attempt or contemplate suicide, harm themselves or suffer alone, afraid to speak openly about how they are feeling. |
Parkinsons Furness Support Group |
258197 |
We are support group who try to help people with Parkinson. We hold monthly meeting and we as having a therapy clinic at the medical centre in Ulverston once a month. We are trying to encourage more people with Parkinson to come along to our meetings. |
Parkinsons UK |
258197 |
We're the Parkinson's charity that drives better care, treatments and quality of life. Together we can bring forward the day when no one fears Parkinson's |
PBC Foundation |
SC025619 |
The PBC Foundation is the only UK organisation exclusively dedicated to providing support and information to those affected by Primary Biliary Cholangitis, a rare, progressive and autoimmune liver condition with no known cause or cure. Our aims and objectives are: |
PCD Support UK |
1049931 |
The PCD Family Support Group was formed in 1991 to: We are a registered charity which is run by a committee of volunteer trustees. We are also supported by the PCD Medical Board which is a group of clinicians with an interest in PCD. This group is chaired on a rotational basis by Professor Andy Bush, Professor Chris O’Callaghan , Professor Claire Hogg and Professor Jane Lucas. |