Charities in Burnley
There are 188 registered charities based in and around Burnley. 125 of them (66%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The most common causes are children and young people, education, and disability.
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What they work on
- Children and young people50
- Education42
- Disability26
- Arts and heritage24
- Poverty and hardship10
- Older people6
- Animals5
- Cancer5
We count a charity under a cause when its description on the register makes it clear, which is true of 127 of the 188. Charities are placed by their registered address, so the numbers include some national charities with an office here. Volunteers are as reported by the 113 local charities under £1 million a year that file an annual return, from the returns held in October 2026. Data from the Charity Commission register, last refreshed in June 2026.
Charities for children and young people in Burnley
5 of the 50 we found.
Burnley Youth Theatre
BB10 · Income £100k to £1m
We deliver a range of drama and arts activities for children and young people aged 0 to 25 years old both in our purpose built venue Burnley Arts Centre and also in the community and schools of Burnley and East…
Burnley Play Association
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
Provision of recreational play and learning activities and other leisure facilities for children and young people including those with special and additional needs, both cognitive and physical, especially from the…
West End (Burnley) CIO
BB11 · Income £100k to £1m
We operate West End Community Centre & we took this over in October 2020 under an asset transfer from Lancashire County Council. We use the centre to run a wide variety of activities that benefit local children, young…
Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Unit 59 of the Sea Cadet Corps
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
The aim of the Unit is to provide a range of activities and adventures within a caring and disciplined environment based on the standards of the Royal Navy, to which young people can respond, and which in turn will…
The League of Voluntary Workers for the Burnley Hospitals
BB10 · Income under £10k
Donation to the Mayors Prostate Scanner Appeal, Purchase of Emergency Toiletry Packs for patients, Weighing Machine for Childrens Ward , Televison set, Digital Radios and Fansand rental of Water Cooler and supplies -…
Education charities in Burnley
5 of the 42 we found.
Burnley & District U3a
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development.
Burnley Municipal Choir
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
?To encourage and facilitate personal creativity through the shared experience of singing choral music. ?To share and enrich wider community life through public performance.
Rotary Club of Burnley Pendleside Trust Fund
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
Helping and assisting local and national charities.
Burnley Light Opera Society
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
To provide musical/show entertainment
UK Centre for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education (Caipe)
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
The advancement of interprofessional education and collaborative practice
Disability charities in Burnley
5 of the 26 we found.
Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Scope
BB10 · Income under £10k
The group meets monthly to offer support and advise to people with cerebral palsy.
Burnley and District Society for the Blind
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
The charity runs a social club once a week in one centre. The members are taken on outings and holidays and there are special Christmas activities. We will also respond to enquiries about funding equipment which…
Burnley and District Society for the Deaf
BB10 · Income under £10k
To assist and supplement,so far as possible educational efforts on behalf the deaf,to encourage social interaction and integration within the community of the deaf
Burnley Lions Club (CIO)
BB10 · Income under £10k
Burnley Lions Club (CIO) raises funds from the public through organising events such as dinners; Easter egg tombola in business premises; attendance at fetes. Money is spent for the benefit of communities in Burnley…
Saddleworth Riding for the Disabled Association Incorporating Carriage Driving
BB12 · Income under £10k
Saddleworth RDA is a Riding for the Disabled group based in Diggle near Oldham. Since June 2018 we have offered opportunities for children and adults with physical and learning disabilities to experience horse care and…
Arts and heritage charities in Burnley
4 of the 24 we found.
Burnley Garrick Theatre Group
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
The objectives of the society shall be to advance the education of the public by the encouragement of interest in dramatic art. The Club produces five plays a season between September and May and is a mixture of…
Burnley Civic Trust
BB12 · Income £100k to £1m
The Committee meets every 4 weeks (approx) with a planning group discussion and comment forum. There are reports on our local historical heritage buildings, future Civic Trust activities, Trees for Burnley, further…
Accrington Heritage Trust
BB11 · Income under £10k
Our key activities will be to educate people about the industrial, military and transport heritage of Accrington. We own a 1975 single-deck bus, the last surviving example painted in the dress uniform colours of the…
The Towneley Hall Society
BB12 · Income under £10k
The Society was formed in 1965 to establish a circle of friends of Towneley Hall. The aim is to help stimulate public interest in the Hall and to protect, preserve and enhance the amenities of the Hall (and gardens).…
Poverty and hardship charities in Burnley
5 of the 10 we found.
Burnley Acorn Fund
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
During the year to 31 March 2015 the total of grants to organisations and individuals that was approved amounted to Seven Thousand, Six Hundred and Fifty Four pounds.
Todmorden Food Drop in
OL14 · Income £100k to £1m
Todmorden Food Drop In is a foodbank, which runs weekly sessions for the prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship within Todmorden and surrounding areas. This is carried out primarily through the provision…
Be Kind Foundation
BB10 · Income £100k to £1m
Relief of poverty, provision of food, clean water, shelter, clothing, medical care and education, and orphan sponsorships.
Going to A Good Home
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
We have suppported individuals in the local community who are in urgent need of assistance. Primarily our focus has been upon recycling unwanted donations of furniture which is then re-upholstered and cleaned by a team…
Salford Children's Holiday Camp
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
Residential centre in North Wales primarily for use by children and families in Salford area
Charities for older people in Burnley
4 of the 6 we found.
University of the Third Age, Todmorden
OL14 · Small charity, income under £100k
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and thosewho are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conduciveto learning and personal development.
The John Eastwood Homes
OL14 · Small charity, income under £100k
The residuary trust fund of the late John Eastwood was given to the Corporation of Todmorden to purchase land in the said borough and to erect and maintain dwelling houses to be called The John Eastwood Homes for…
The William Arnold Homes
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
Rent-out and maintain four bungalows including the gardens for couples aged 60 years old and over.
Age Concern Todmorden Ltd
OL14 · Small charity, income under £100k
To provide human resources, services, advice and information to the elderly of Todmorden and district
Small charities in Burnley
Most charities here are small, often a few volunteers doing good work close to home, and few of them can afford to advertise. Each of these has an income under £100,000 a year and has reported its accounts recently.
Light of the Gospel Ministries
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
To relieve poverty in Serbia and elsewhere in the world as the trustees decide. Also to reach people with the Christian faith
Belmont Community Association
BB10 · Income under £10k
Provide facilities and support for groups including adult keep fit and social contact groups, also several dance groups, bingo and lunch clubs.
The Friends of St. Peter's Church, Walsden
OL14 · Income under £10k
Maintenance and upkeep of graveyard and surrounds of St. Peters Church in Walsden
Anne's Home for Pets
BB10 · Income under £10k
We take care of animals, wildlife, nature and people. From looking after animals who have nobody, maintaining safe spaces for wildlife to flourish, creating habitats for the reintroduction of endangered wildlife to…
Read and Simonstone Village Hall
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
RSVH is a recently renovated, flexible venue available for hire for community activities, events, classes, conferences, theatre, film, celebrations and parties. Our Main Hall accommodates 120 people, We offer a stage,…
The Ruth Sutton Trust for Music
BB11 · Small charity, income under £100k
To advance, promote and develop appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects for the benefit of individuals resident within a 30 mile radius of BB8 0RY. To award scholarships, bursaries or maintenance…
The Borough and Ashlar Lodge 4858 Charity
BB12 · Income under £10k
General charitable purposes for freemasons and other registered charities
Friends of Christ the King R.c. School
BB11 · Income under £10k
Develop extended relationships between staff,parents and others associated with the school.engage in activities which support the school and advance the education of pupils.provide and assist in the provision of such…
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How many charities are there in Burnley?
There are 188 registered charities based in and around Burnley. 125 of them (66%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The figures come from the Charity Commission register for England and Wales, last refreshed in June 2026, and count charities by their registered address.
What do charities in Burnley work on?
The most common causes are children and young people (50), education (42), and disability (26). We count a charity under a cause when its own description on the register makes that clear, which is true of 127 of the 188, so the real numbers are higher.
How many people volunteer for charities in Burnley?
Local charities in and around Burnley have 2,803 volunteers between them. That's what 113 charities with an income under £1 million a year told the Charity Commission in their latest annual return. Charities with an income under £10,000 don't have to report it, so the real number is higher.
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