Charities in North Devon
There are 828 registered charities based in and around North Devon. 672 of them (81%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The most common causes are children and young people, education, and the arts and heritage.
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What they work on
- Children and young people237
- Education212
- Arts and heritage132
- Poverty and hardship63
- Disability62
- Older people59
- Environment34
- Animals19
We count a charity under a cause when its description on the register makes it clear, which is true of 538 of the 828. Charities are placed by their registered address, so the numbers include some national charities with an office here. Volunteers are as reported by the 448 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 North Devon
5 of the 237 we found.
Friends of North Devon Youth Music
EX32 · Small charity, income under £100k
The charity provides an opportunity for young people to enjoy their instruments and improve their musical skills by playing together. Ensembles coached by experienced musicians meet weekly and they give about three…
The Childrens Holiday Foundation North Devon
EX39 · Small charity, income under £100k
2 week holidays to Florida for children with serious illness or major handicap. Living in the North Devon/Torridge area
North Devon District Scout Council
EX32 · Income £100k to £1m
To promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and…
North Devon Deaf Childrens Society
EX36 · Small charity, income under £100k
The Association provides outings, parties, clubs and teaching, including British Sign Language and Deaf Awareness. It continues to educate the public in deaf issues, working closely with Social Services, LEA Health &…
Care for Kids North Devon
EX31 · Small charity, income under £100k
The charity has been set up to help resource the Children's Ward at North Devon District Hospital.The charity will help families of children 0-18 who are diagnosed with a life threatening illness/conditions by instant…
Education charities in North Devon
5 of the 212 we found.
50th North Devon Scout Group
EX31 · Income under £10k
General scouting activities for boys and girls from six years to fifteen.
North Devon and North Cornwall Samaritans
EX32 · Small charity, income under £100k
To assist those who are suicidal or in distress providing a service intended for the benefit of persons in north devon & north cornwall but without limitation to enable them to receive immediate help from charity…
Barnstaple Third Age Group (North Devon)
EX32 · Small charity, income under £100k
We provide a wide range of study group activities for our members who range from 55+.
The North Devon Conservation Society
EX34 · Income under £10k
To promote high standards of planning and architecture; to educate the public in the history, natural history and architecture of the region; to secure the preservation , development and improvement of features of…
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation
EX31 · Income £100k to £1m
Promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public by the preservation, conservation and protection of theenvironment and the prudent use of natural resources;Promotion of sustainable means of achieving…
Arts and heritage charities in North Devon
5 of the 132 we found.
Barnstaple and North Devon Museum Development Trust
EX32 · Small charity, income under £100k
Supporting the development and enhancement of the Museum and its collections through fundraising activities and associated Friends group.
North Devon Museum Trust
EX39 · Small charity, income under £100k
Museum mainly of local maritime matters but also agricultural and social activities as well. A Victorian school is run for local schools to use to give them an idea of educational ways in Victorian times. The catchment…
North Devon Sinfonia
EX31 · Income under £10k
North Devon Sinfonia is an amateur Symphony Orchestra. We rehearse and perform a wide range of music in venues in Devon. We have members from all walks of life and all ages. Anyone who has achieved an appropriate…
The North Devon Choral Society
EX31 · Small charity, income under £100k
Promoting choral music in North Devon, by the performance of public choral concerts.
1st North Devon Scout Group
EX31 · Small charity, income under £100k
Providing learning and support for all young persons aged between 6 and 18 years old.Based in the centre of Barnstaple Town, North Devon, the 1st North Devon Scout Group have continued to run successfully for over 100…
Poverty and hardship charities in North Devon
5 of the 63 we found.
The Barnstaple and North Devon Dispensary Fund
EX32 · Small charity, income under £100k
To provide assistance to the sick and poor residents in the North Devon parishes.
Age Well North Devon
EX32 · Income £100k to £1m
Age Well North Devon (formerly Age Concern Barnstaple & North Devon) supports older & vulnerable people to reduce loneliness & isolation, improve health & wellbeing & support independent living.…
Moorland Foodbank
TA22 · Small charity, income under £100k
The charity was created to help the people exmoor who are struggling with cost of living and to provide help and support in the present financial climate.
Margaret Lomas Foundation
EX39 · Income under £10k
The Charity makes grants to individuals to relieve financial hardship. It provides support to the local village school to further the educational needs of the children. It gives financial support to other charities and…
The David Gibbons Foundation
EX31 · Income £100k to £1m
A grant making Charity established to help those suffering from physical or mental illness or disability, those suffering from financial hardship, and the elderly. Applicants must live within Devon, the Trust Deed…
Disability charities in North Devon
5 of the 62 we found.
North Devon Mental Health Service Users Forum
EX31 · Income £100k to £1m
One to One Counselling, Therapeutic and Support Groups, Service User Representation, Mental Health Awareness Training, Representing the views and needs of those experiencing mental health issues to other agencies and…
Headway North Devon
EX32 · Income under £10k
Headway North Devon helps and supports people with aquired brain injury and families/carers. Age 18-65.
Next Steps Development
EX32 · Income £100k to £1m
Our activities are centred around adults with learning disabilities we supply support and training focusing on independence skills, social skills, independent living and employment tools.
Noah's Place Care Farm
EX39 · Small charity, income under £100k
Noahs Place supports adults with learning disabilities within a safe secure and nurturing environment, providing them with the opportunity to develop horticultural skills, agricultural, maintenance and woodworking…
Exeter and District Mencap Society
EX17 · Income under £10k
We provide information and support to those with learning disabilities and their parents/carers/families. We have provided an inclusive playpark in Exeter. We make grants towards holidays for carers and those with a…
Charities for older people in North Devon
5 of the 59 we found.
Age Concern Crediton
EX17 · Income £100k to £1m
Age Concern Crediton is an independently registered charity responsible for raising its own funds. Our mission is to promote the well-being of 50+ people in Crediton & district & help make later life a fulfilling &…
Ttvs
EX39 · Income £100k to £1m
TTVS is a council for voluntary service, incorporating Torridge Volunteer Centre and providing infrastructure support for the voluntary and community sector/for volunteering. TTVS delivers direct services to the…
Charity of Benjamin Wood Cleave
EX17 · Income under £10k
The relief of persons resident in the Parish of Crediton who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, either by gifts in kind or grants of money.
George Heddon
EX34 · Income under £10k
Distribution of income received from investment of money left by George Heddon for relief of poor people in the parish of Mortehoe
Crediton and District Access Group ( for Disabled People )
EX17 · Income under £10k
To promote awarness and improve access to public facilities for all.
Small charities in North Devon
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.
Buckland Brewer Hall
EX39 · Small charity, income under £100k
Buckland Brewer Village Hall committee provides and maintains a building for community use in the parish of Buckland Brewer.
The Bude Canal Trust Limited
EX39 · Income under £10k
Education/trainingenvironment/conservation/heritage
Meddon Village Hall
EX39 · Income under £10k
Art Club one Thurs. p.m. each month 1- 4.30pmFamily History 1st Wednesday in month 2-4p.m.Welcombe Spinners weekly Monday 10.00-3.30p.m.Pilates weekly wed.11.30 1 hr. Thurs.1.15p.m 1hr.Badminton and table tennis - book…
Compass Ilfracombe Club Trust
EX34 · Income under £10k
The charity organises Fund Raising Events collections and receives Donations. Specific fund raising events include organising and running a 10k Beach Run, Children in Need, Music Nights for Syrian Children Fund joint…
Exeter Choral Society
EX18 · Small charity, income under £100k
Promotes an appreciation of the art of music in all its aspects, by holding regular weekly rehearsals between September and April (approx 27 rehearsals in all) leading to two concerts per year with professional soloists…
Halberton Village Hall
EX16 · Small charity, income under £100k
The charity provides our community with a pleasant and safe facility for their use for meetings and a range of social functions, such as Keep Fit, WI and a Local History Group. We fundraise by hosting events (for…
Friends of Morchard Bishop School (Fombs)
EX17 · Small charity, income under £100k
Parent Teacher Association for Morchard Bishop C of E Primary School and pre-school. General fund raising events such as live bands, quiz nights, fete and support for school events
Amory Westexe Garden Trust
EX16 · Small charity, income under £100k
Provision of Public Open Space & Recreation Area
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How many charities are there in North Devon?
There are 828 registered charities based in and around North Devon. 672 of them (81%) 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 North Devon work on?
The most common causes are children and young people (237), education (212), and the arts and heritage (132). We count a charity under a cause when its own description on the register makes that clear, which is true of 538 of the 828, so the real numbers are higher.
How many people volunteer for charities in North Devon?
Local charities in and around North Devon have 9,621 volunteers between them. That's what 448 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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How can I check a charity in North Devon is genuine?
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