Action for Arts - Giving Arts for Life Action for Arts is committed to supporting the arts, providing performing,visual and media arts programmes to aid the development of young people's creativity, confidence, self-esteem and life skills.

Action Transport Theatre is an award winning new writing company creating theatre, for, by and with young people. The company produces professional touring productions for audiences of children and young people, and delivers writing and youth theatre projects for young participants.

Aldeburgh Music is a European 'creative centre' that fires the imagination and stretches the world's best musical and artistic talent. It is a national centre of excellence for the professional development of musicians, from emerging young talent to established musicians - fulfilling the legacy of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.

Raise funds or donate directly towards the £35,000 needed to restore the historic peal of 5 bells dating from 1590 in the even more historic wooden bell tower of All Saints in the North Hampshire village of Dummer. All Saints is recorded in the Domesday Book and was identified by Sir John Betjeman as being of historic significance.

Almeida Projects is the Almeida Theatre's community and learning programme. Projects delivers a range of high quality, innovative activities to young people, making the theatre accessible to all ages and abilities and celebrating the cultural diversity within Islington and beyond.

The Architectural Association Foundation helps students of Architecture through an annual programme of bursaries and scholarships.

The Art Room offers art as therapy to children and aged 7-15 using art to raise their self esteem, self confidence and independence. Our aim is to avoid exclusion and help children 'learn and achieve through art' and to avoid exclusion and help re-engage back in to main stream school.

Artichoke is a creative company that produces extraordinary live events in streets, public spaces or in the countryside. The trust is motivated by the belief that the arts should not take place only behind the closed doors of our theatres and art galleries, but should speak to the widest possible audience.

Arts For All is a community creative centre . We run clubs and classes for the local community and aim to build confidence through creativity. Young people get the opportunity to exhibit and sell their works of art in high profile exhibitions in The City. This work changes lives and gives them the chance to hope for a brighter future.

BANG Edutainment's mission is to address youth social exclusion - we exist to provide young people from disadvantaged backgrounds with the skills and experience to unlock their potential and develop their careers. BANG delivers this through a number of training and other engagement activities, including community radio (BANG Radio).

Beverley Minster is one of the finest church buildings in England. The mission of the thriving congregations and daughter churches includes the pastoral care of a large parish, an extensive youth ministry, excellent music and the welcome of thousands of visitors, pilgrims and visitors each year.

Birmingham Conservation Trust is a charity that seeks to rescue historic buildings at risk in Birmingham. It works to secure the long term future of these buildings through developing imaginative new uses and undertaking sensitive repairs, helping to create attractive places to live and work.

Bishop Grosseteste University College is an independent Anglican higher education institution offering courses at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate level in education, arts, humanities and heritage. It is a registered charity raising funds to enrich the student experience, ensuring that they will benefit the communities in which they live and work.

Booktrust helps to make a difference to people's lives by inspiring a lifelong love of reading in children, young people and adults.

Brighton Pride promotes equality and diversity, and advances education to eliminate discrimination against the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community. It raises awareness by holding events including Winter Pride and Summer Pride. It makes grants and donations to a number of local causes and groups working within the LGBT community.

The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School provides the premier, conservatoire level drama training in the South West of England. For over sixty years, the School has enjoyed a national and international reputation for excellence. Students are selected solely on the basis of talent.

Bristol Old Vic is recognised as the oldest continuously working theatre in the United Kingdom. Producing and receiving some of the finest theatrical experiences since 1766, the grade one listed Theatre Royal Complex is in desperate need of refurbishment so that it can continue to support the very best regional, national and young people?s theatre.

The promotion of cultural understanding and exchange between Italy and the English-speaking world through maintenance in Florence of historic library and archive, teaching of language and culture and organisation of cultural events and conferences.

The promotion of cultural understanding and exchange between Italy and the English-speaking world through maintenance in Florence of historic library and archive, teaching of language and culture and organisation of cultural events and conferences.

It provides emerging singers, musicians and technical trainees with rehearsal and performance opportunities. The company offers training and professional development through an annual programme of workshops, masterclasses and two fully staged operas. These are led by a team of professionals with a wealth of experience and with a particular gift for nurturing and developing emerging talent.

BYMT provides opportunities for young people in Bromley, whatever their circumstances to learn to play a musical instrument and to sing. It provides opportunities to perform in a wide range of settings to enhance the musical understanding and appreciation of the students and wider community

Bukka is an urban and architecture research trust.

Buskaid is a unique initiative. Its aim is to give young people from Soweto the opportunity to explore and fulfil their musical potential through high quality tuition on the violin, viola, cello and double bass at the Buskaid Music School. Buskaid aims to transform lives and prospects through music.

Established in 1990, Camberwell Choir School (CCS) is a music and arts project for children and young people aged 0-18 in inner-city south London. The emphasis is on learning musical skills while having fun. Children, staff and volunteers all reflect the diversity of the local community, and we're proud to have as our patron international opera star Sir Willard White. We particularly aim our sessions at children and young people who would not otherwise have the opportunity to access high quality music tuition, through cost or social exclusion. We charge just £1 for our sessions, including small group teaching on piano, guitar, violin, brass, tuned percussion and drums. By giving to us, you help over 100 children and young people gain confidence through playing and performing, acquiring musical skills that stay with them for life. There?s increasing evidence that learning music helps with wider schoolwork, too.

The Charles Hallé Foundation enables the Hallé to engage the best soloists and conductors in the world, perform for over a quarter of a million people each year and create opportunities for children to hear the sound of an instrument or full orchestra for the very first time.

Charlie was tragically killed in an accident in 2003 aged 20. He was a talented musician dedicated to making music.The Fund supports musicians under 25 through donations for equipment/tuition, particularly those with learning disabilities or in financial/social difficulties.

It provides additional educational resources eg new school minibuses

The Cherubim Music Trust was established in 2001. It was founded in response to the increasing difficulties faced by many of Britain¹s young musicians. By supporting young talent, Cherubim is helping a new generation of world-class musicians. Brought into existence by an initial donation from the Gosling Foundation, the Trust has gone from strength to strength, bridging a keenly-felt gap in the music world. Our aim is to help the next generation to take a vital step from talented student to fully fledged professional by providing a suitable instrument, which is often well beyond the young musician¹s reach.

Chickenshed has a simple aim - to produce original and exciting theatre, working from the premise that the performing arts belong to everyone who wishes to get involved.

Community Focus is a charitable arts centre for people of all abilities based at the artsdepot, North Finchley. Our accessible facilities feature a fully equipped photographic studio and darkroom, computer suite and multi-purpose art/craft studio. Community Focus holds weekly workshops for people with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, mental health problems.

CoolTan arts exist to inspire the well-being, creativity and participation of a diverse range of people with mental distress through the production of quality art.

Cove Park runs a series of residencies for artists working in a wide variety of performing, visual and literary disciplines. The residencies give artists the time, space and freedom to focus on the creative process in a supportive environment and without the pressure of production or presentation.

The Cutty Sark Trust is an independent charity which owns and runs the sole surviving tea clipper, Cutty Sark. The ship is the iconic Gateway to the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site. For over 50 years she has been the flagship of the area which now attracts over six million visitors a year. The Trust?s mission is to ensure that Cutty Sark is preserved for this and future generations as a rich cultural resource for all. The ship was undergoing a major conservation project when fire swept through her in May 2007. For more information please visit www.cuttysark.org.uk

The Dance Scholarship Trust was established in 1988 to support the Scholarship programme organised by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB). Named in honour of Monica Dance, Secretary of the SPAB for many years, the Trust was set up with the specific intention of helping to guarantee funds for the Scholarship in the future.

DanceXchange (dx) is a dance house dedicated to the production and distribution of high quality dance. As part of that core mission, dx creates initiatives that research choreography and develops innovative educational projects. dx also holds classes and workshops for all ages and abilities to enjoy and participate in dance.

We are an educational charity that works with young children and adults using craft skills to encourage creativity within our community. We also directly support over 250 of the South Wes's craftspeople (our Members) and create opportunities to exhibit and sell their work. We also work with our Members to unlock their potential and provide opportunities to improve what they do and how they do it.

Discover is a children's arts centre based in Stratford, E15. It's main focus is stories, language, literacy and creative play. Discover: Making stories together!

For and on behalf of The Trafalgar School at Downton, its students and our community.

The Edinburgh International Book Festival is the world?s leading public celebration of writers, readers and remarkable literature, set in the heart of Scotland?s capital city. 2010 includes 800 writers, from established prize-winners to completely new blood and a range of new themes and events.

Escape Artists promotes mental wellbeing through the arts. The charity work across sectors and art forms with homeless people, mental health service users, young people at risk, prisoners and other disadvantaged groups: providing structured routes into further education, training and employment.

Ex Cathedra is a leading UK choir and Early Music ensemble, and runs a number of highly-acclaimed education and community projects. Projects include: Singing Medicine at Birmingham Children's Hospital and John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford; and Singing Playgrounds in primary schools across the country.

The Museum was created to house and protect the designated collections of the Royal Regiment of Artillery and make them accessible to the general public. Her Majesty The Queen is Patron to The Royal Artillery Museum.

To raise awareness amongst young people of the dangers of carrying knives through the arts.

Foundation for Community Dance is the UK organisation for community dance; their vision is for a world where dance matters to everyone. Their mission to make participation in dance vital to society, people's lives and their communities. Providing information, support and training for the network of community dance professionals in the UK and internationally.

The Foundling Museum tells the story of the Foundling Hospital, London's first home for abandoned children and of three major figures in British history: its campaigning founder the philanthropist Thomas Coram, the artist William Hogarth and the composer George Frideric Handel.

It aims to preserve the house, contents and personal possesssions which belonged to William Morris, Lord Nuffield,car manufacturer and philanthropist, and his wife, Lady Nuffield and to allow public access to them. Now that the house is threatened with sale on the open market from October 2008 it intends to raise the money necessary to save the house and contents for the nation.

The Friends of PSAD exists to promote Putney School of Art and Design, an adult education centre for art education. The Friends arrange promotional and educational activities including masterclasses and lectures and are currently running a fundraising campaign (target £60,000) to part fund a major refurbishment project which is currently underway.

FOSH's supports the Strawberry Hill Trust in the restoration of Horace Walpole's 18th C gothic house and gardens.

We work with young people, who are/at the risk of getting involved in crime

The Latin American Golden Years Day Centre Activities are all aimed to counter loneliness, depression and isolation. People come to the Centre to meet other people and take part in a range of creative and educational activities.

Nestling in a corner of rural East Sussex, Great Dixter is a hotbed of new planting trends that promotes, creates and maintains exceptional standards of horticulture. For over 40 years it has been an inspiration, a place of pilgrimage and a training ground for gardeners from around the world.

Hampstead Theatre is a not-for-profit producing theatre which develops new writers and presents new writing on a main stage. It also has a thriving creative learning programme centred around nurturing new creative talent in all areas of theatre.

It provides special needs children with holidays and day trips to various destinations across the u.k. The children we help suffer from mild to complex needs and in some cases a life limiting condition. They would not get to have a trip without your assistance. Please help.

Hereford Cathedral Perpetual Trust works to support the restoration and music of the Cathedral from funding choral scholarships and stonemason apprenticeships through to the major restorations of the historic Willis organ and Cathedral Close.

The Heritage of London Trust is the only building preservation trust that covers all of London. The Trust offers grants towards the restoration of historic or listed buildings and monuments that are in community use. The Trust aims to promote and preserve London's unique heritage for everyone who loves London.

It provides toys, games, art and sport activities to schools and orphanages in East Africa by providing a centre for the community. It uses art and creative ideas to stimulate community development.

Hope for Tomorrow is a National Cancer Charity founded December 2003. It’s prime focus is to raise funds to build and provide mobile chemotherapy units – the concept provides cancer patients local treatment alleviating the need for traveling long distances and is operated by the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Hull Children?s University provides learning experiences to raise the achievements and aspirations of local children, supporting schools in their delivery of the national curriculum and the government?s aims outlined in ?Every Child Matters?.

I-Foundation is a charity that aims to establish sustainable projects that promote and advance Vedic culture and philosophy in the modern world. The culture and philosophy of the Vedas, which originate in ancient India, bring with them a depth and richness to life, as well as a wholesome approach to living in harmony with nature.

The Kathmandu Contemporary Arts Centre is a project to create a world-class arts centre in Kathmandu. It is a unique opportunity to help contemporary artists in Nepal who, over decades, have become isolated by politics and geography. The charity (reg. no. 1121118) was founded in October 2007 to fund-raise for the project. Please visit www.kathmanduarts.org for further information.

The Koestler Trust is the UKs best known prison arts charity. We award, exhibit and sell artworks by offenders, detainees and high security patients, in over 50 different artforms. Since our foundation in 1962 the Koestler Awards have become a prestigious fixture across the British criminal justice system, and our annual national exhibition has proved a unique opportunity to showcase the positive potential of offenders. Our two core aims are: * to help offenders lead more positive lives by motivating them to participate in the arts; and * to demonstrate the power of arts activity in the criminal justice system.

La Fuente Foundation exists to build links between young people through art. By stimulating discussion on development and global issues, and offering the support of established artists, La Fuente provides a programme which inspires young people in different countries to create new art works and share their learnings with each other.

If you would like to make a donation to La Fuente Foundation, thank you, and please follow the simple Just Giving process.

The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is one of the most prestigious drama schools in the world. Widely recognised for providing high quality training for young actors, stage managers and theatre technicians, its success derives from the ability to create an environment that nurtures each student's individual skills and talents.

It provides a unique musical education to boys

The Life Science Trust aims to explore the relationship between humans and nature through art and science. It aims to build a life science centre in southern Scotland for research and education, to encourage people to learn to live in harmony with the natural world.

LIFT, the London international Festival of Theatre, is one of Europe's most adventurous and influential producers of international contemporary theatre, creating extraordinary festivals and programmes of work that transform London into a stage and inspire everyone to participate in the stories of the world.

Lodestar Theatre Company is a professional arts oragnisation formed to establish The Liverpool Shakespeare Festival. The Festival is an annual event for the city with a strong focus on local recruitment and clear, stylish story telling designed bring classic texts to life in a manner accesible to all.

By providing pictures that can be “felt”, with audio commentary, Living Paintings enables people who cannot see to enjoy a wide range of visual treats: popular children’s books, science, history, well known art, nature, city tours, gardens, or architecture. And every item in this charity’s library is distributed for free.

The Lord Mayor's Appeal 2010 (Pitch Perfect) aims to generate significant funds to bring dynamic musical and cricketing opportunities into state schools, academy schools and their communities in London's most challenging boroughs. The London Symphony Orchestra and the Cricket Foundation, the two principal beneficiary charities of the 2010 Appeal, have joined forces to create Pitch Perfect. Through opportunities to play and perform in teams and groups, Pitch Perfect will support thousands of young Londoners to develop new skills and levels of aspiration, acquire confidence and self-esteem, learn to respect themselves and each other and - regardless of their ultimate prowess as cricketers and as musicians - discover their full potential as well-rounded and productive individuals, leaders and team-players.

mac is the most visited arts centre in the Midlands, with over 500,000 visitors a year who come to enjoy theatre performances, music, comedy, plays for children, literature and poetry events, courses, magical family shows, films and free exhibitions.

Making Music is the UK's largest association supporting the work of amateur and voluntary musical organisations.

The Mall School Trust is a charitable organisation linked to the Mall School in Twickenham. The Trust is currently involved in raising funds for a new performing arts centre at The Mall School.

LymeArts Community Trust was set up to take over the running of the Marine Theatre when it was transferred from Lyme Regis Town Council ownership in February 2003.

Primarily it aims to advance the education of the public in particular young musicians in the musical arts from any country in the world through public performances, msical programmes, workshops, bursaries, grants, etc. It also raises money to aid Marie Curie Cancer centres bring comfort to those with terminal cancer.

To promote the renovation and preservation of St Margaret's Chapel & The Magdalene Almshouses in Glastonbury for future generations.

For over 100 years The Mary Ward Settlement has provided both access to justice and access to education to people from all over London as well as the local communities of Holborn and Kings Cross. Please give your help and join us in continuing to provide support to the many people who rely on our services and ensuring that the work of the Settlement can continue for the next 100 years.

Your donations make a real difference to Mary Ward Centre students who are unable to afford to study. £500 could help a single parent with childcare fees for a year. £350 could provide Zoomtext magnifier software for a visually impaired student. £200 could help two students on low wages to afford to study. £100 could buy speech-to-text software for a student with learning difficulties. £60 would buy four essential grammar books for ESOL students unable to afford them. And, for those able to give more, please get in touch - £20,000 would enable us to renovate a teaching room. £50,000 would contribute to us being able to acquire additional premises and extend our work. Thank you

Its objects are to advance the education of the public, including the promotion of the study and research for the public benefit into the extinction of animals,flora and fauna; to promote protection of the environment and of endangered species; to create and maintain the Mass Extinction Memorial Observatory.

The MGS Trust provides funds to support means-tested bursaries at The Manchester Grammar School and manages funds raised for building improvements.

The way we teach, the way we encourage our students to learn and the unique features of the Middlesex experience, not least our London presence, all come together in a mature, diverse environment, to ensure that Middlesex graduates are successful and well-equipped for work and for life.

To promote music in the community of Boxmoor & surrounding areas. To encourage education of young people in theory, practice & performance of music. To improve, develop, maintain public education, participation in the art, science and practice of music & other performing arts.

The Nailsea Tithe Barn Trust has been established as a Charity to secure the restoration of a Grade II* Listed Tithe Barn dating back to the 1480's for use as a community facility. The £1m project has secured £750,000 to date (including £500,000 from Heritage Lottery Fund) and we need to raise a further £250,000 within the next year. All contributions are very gratefully received. - The Trustees

The National Children's Orchestra of Great Britain provides musically-talented children aged 7 - <14 with the training and opportunity to play together in full symphony orchestras. Talent, musicality and excellence at audition are the sole criteria for entry; no talented child is ever denied a place for lack of funds.

We assist Christian places of worship by providing grants for fabric repairs to the buildings, new facilities and disabled facilities, to help further their activities within their local community.

Bringing together 160 talented young musicians aged 13-19 from across Britain the NYO is so much more than just an orchestra. Our young musicians work with inspirational professionals to take their talent to new frontiers and share their passion and creativity with audiences across the UK in concerts at major venues.

In 2011, the curtain rises on a new landmark theatre for East Kent, within the historic City of Canterbury. The New Marlowe Theatre Development Trust, aims to raise £6m towards the complete re-build of the existing theatre and a new performance space to develop and nurture the talent of tomorrow.

NMC Recordings is a registered charity which relies on the support of those who, like us, are passionate about making British contemporary classical music available to international audiences, permanently. Become a Friend of NMC and help secure a future for this unique and important cultural force.

The North Somerset Play Forum aims: to promote play and playwork in North Somerset; to provide free, inclusive play opportunities for children and families in their local communities; to actively support and promote equality of opportunity and social inclusion.

North Tyneside Steel Band is a registered educational charity which offers people in the North of England opportunities to learn and perform steel pan music. It runs four classes a week in North Shields and provides instruments and support for four outreach projects, involving over 300 young people.

Formed in 1992 by Artistic Director Barrie Rutter, Northern Broadsides is a multi-award winning touring company based in the historic Dean Clough Mill in Halifax, West Yorkshire. Over the years, the company has gone from strength to strength, becoming one of the most inventive and consistently popular touring companies in the UK.

Architecture and urban design have a huge influence on the quality of our lives. Yet we lack a common language to express our needs and aspirations for the quality of our buildings and public spaces.

Based in London, Open-City is a unique, independent organisation committed to raising the standard of architecture and built environment by opening people¹s eyes and minds to good design.

Open-City has a basis of experience, expertise and research built up over a decade and a half. We encourage dialogue, debate and learning about how architecture affects our daily lives, and enable people to discover and understand how they can really influence change in the built environment.

We play a unique role through campaigning for the independent voice, through reaching across all 33 London boroughs, and through connecting professionals, practitioners, decision-makers and Londoners in general, to generate understanding and new thinking to make the capital a better place in which to live, work, play and learn.

Opera Holland Park Friends aims to broaden the appeal and appreciation of opera through educational programmes for all ages - particularly for the young. The Friends also support Opera Holland Park in providing quality, affordable opera for all.

Opera North presents exceptional work which nurtures young artists, encourages new audiences and furthers the development of the artform. The company undertakes a wide range of activity outside of its main stage activity for the benefit of the community, young people and those new to the arts.

The Orchestra of the City was founded in April 2003. The Orchestra of the City gives talented and enthusiastic voluntary musicians a chance to play regularly in a non-professional orchestra of a high standard with challenging repertoire.

Oska Bright is the only award winning short film festival that is managed by learning disabled people, showing films made by learning disabled people. Administrative and financial support for Oska Bright is delivered by Carousel Project.

Oval House Theatre is a lively theatre and arts centre. We provide respect and support for anyone who wants to participate in the performing arts, whether as an audience member, practitioner, or workshop member, with a dedicated programme of youth theatre, education, and full-scale professional productions.

Helping to inspire new generations of readers - children, young people and those from Oxfordshire?s ?excluded? communities. We reach over 5000 people a year and are raising money to launch book groups in Schools, Children's Centres, Day Care Centres and with the homeless.

Pangbourne College provides a challenging education for boys and girls. The traditions of teamwork, leadership and service are important. The development of character is emphasised. Kindness, selflessness, moral courage, industry, initiative, resilience and integrity are prioritised.

The charity supports current and past students of Plymouth College of Art and Design and also helps the College itself

At Pegasus, we use the performing arts to encourage young people to discover more about themselves. We create work that promotes greater respect for the world we live in. Every piece brings out the skills and abilities in people.

With Create for Change Pegasus aims to raise the additional £200,000 that we will need in the first year after re-opening the new building to take full advantage of the redevelopment, and help create an exciting future for more young people. Isn't that what Pegasus is all about?

Perth Youth Ochestra provides performance opportunities for young musicians who live in Perth and Kinross. Every three years the orchestra undertakes an overseas tour, and is currently fundraising for a tour to Aschaffenburg, Germany in July 2010.

The Philip Larkin Society was founded in 1995 on the 10th anniversary of the poet's death and received charitable status in 2000. The Society aims to promote the public knowledge and appreciation of the works of Philip Larkin and his contemporaries by charitable means.

UK's oldest purpose-built cinema showing films from across the world, delivering education work through and about film and preserving our Grade II listed building.

The Place is the UK's premier centre for contemporary dance, uniting training, creation and performance in one building in central London. The Place’s activities, unmatched in their quality and range, include London Contemporary Dance School, Richard Alston Dance Company and the Robin Howard Dance Theatre, together with pioneering education, outreach and professional development projects.

Community Arts Centre comprising of a 192 seater theatre, dance studio, gallery, resource centre, workshop spaces, education 7 outreach dept and hope to several cultural/arts based tenants

The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) makes awards ranging up to £15,000 to craftsmen and women of all ages to help them further their careers. Since 1991 the Trust has awarded over £1,348,826 to 208 craftspeople aged between 17 and 50 plus for study, training and work experience. QEST was established in 1990 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Royal Warrant Holders Association and the 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Please visit: www.qest.org.uk

It provides training for teachers in rural Africa for the development of teaching and learning in rural schools

The Richard Hickox Foundation was set up in 2009 after the premature death of one of the world's leading conductors of classical music. It aims to build on Richard Hickox?s remarkable legacy by continuing those interests that he held dear.

The Foundation has four goals:

? to sponsor recordings of rare British music

? to support young talented musicians through grants and fellowships

? to promote performances of British music particularly outside of the UK

? to communicate information about Richard Hickox, his life and achievements

Riding Lights Theatre Company has provided vibrant professional theatre for 30 years. Its one of the most productive independent theatre companies in the UK.

Riverside Opera is a community based Grand Opera Company committed to making opera accessible. It provides opportunities for emerging professional singers to work with experienced artistic staff. It develops the skills of its members and brings professionals and amateurs together on one stage.

The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is a founding affiliate of the Conservatoire for Dance and Drama. It was established in 1904 and has a worldwide reputation for the quality of its training. It runs an ongoing fundraising appeal to Trusts, Foundations and philanthropic individuals in order to provide awards for students who need additional financial assistance in order to complete the training on the full time courses. Students work in excess of 36 hours per week which precludes their undertaking regular part time employment to supplement their income during term time. Students who are relocating to London are in a particularly vulnerable financial position as the full student loan does not cover the real costs of living in London. So too are students with a first degree who are ineligible for loans to pay the mandatory student fee or their term time living costs.

All donations made to the Student Scholarship/Bursary fund at RADA are allocated to students in genuine financial need. Donors should also note that the Gift Aid element of any donation paid through an appeal page for an individual RADA student is paid to the Academy's Student Hardship Fund from which any student applying for financial support through the Academy may benefit. In this way, sponsors donating through JustGiving by supporting an individual RADA student, also indirectly assist all other RADA students who apply for support through the Academy Student Hardship Fund.

It holds art workshops for all ages and abilities.

The only museum in the country dedicated to the ships of the Royal Navy's fleet - and the men and women who served in them. 4 exhibition galleries take the story from the 17th Century to the present, and, together with research collections, digital assets and learning services, meet the needs of wide-ranging audiences.

The only museum in the country dedicated to the ships of the Royal Navy's fleet - and the men and women who served in them. 4 exhibition galleries take the story from the 17th Century to the present, and, together with research collections, digital assets and learning services, meet the needs of wide-ranging audiences.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra provides, maintains and encourages the art of music, accessible to all, with the vision of bringing world-class performances of the greatest music, offering audiences in the UK and abroad the highest possible standards of music-making, accompanied by some of the most acclaimed artists of the day.

We are a co-educational, fully comprehensive school, welcoming boys and girls from all backgrounds, cultures and creeds. The School has a capacity of 440 pupils divided between the four Kindergartens, the Lower School and the Upper School.

Connect with Sadler's Wells is a long-established programme working to make Sadler's Wells and the companies performing on its stages more accessible to everyone. It successfully enables dance to be practised and enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities including the elderly, deaf children, aspiring dance professionals and those simply seeking a rewarding leisure activity.

Safe Ground?s courses teach prisoners to become positive role models for their children, helping them to understand their responsibilities as fathers. Safe Ground builds stronger families and safer communities by giving male prisoners the skills to maintain and develop vital family ties.

The Salford Foundation Trust is a grant giving charity that helps young people to develop their hobbies, interests, skills and talents. It does this by offering the opportunity to apply for funding.

Sandbach School is an all boys age 11-18 comprehensive school. We provide a stimulating and caring environment where all pupils have an equal opportunity to achieve to their fullest potential and develop unto independent learners and responsible members of the community.

Sherman Cymru is raising funds to refurbish and redevelop the theatre building. We have already achieved 74% of the total cost, leaving us with only £1.5 million to raise. The redevelopment will include a complete refurbishment of the foyer area including toilets, new seating and new heating and cooling systems.

Shika is a not-for- profit organisation set up to empower disadvantaged communities in Tanzania, through access to schooling, vocational training and trade. Their educational sponsorships help disadvantaged people gain skills, knowledge and confidence, whilst their business with local crafts people help keep Tanzanian culture alive.

It provides or assists in the provision and facilities not normally provided by the LEA to advance the education of pupils at Shottermill Junior School. Our current focus is to assist with the funding of an arts studio.

Sing for Pleasure was founded in 1964. SfP aims to encourage the enjoyment of choral singing, inspiring high standards of performance. The movement now boasts a wide selection of events each year across the country. It organises many singing events for children and adults.

It advances the education of pupils, parents and the school community. It also undertakes activities which promote the charitable work of the school.

The Sovereign Art Foundation suppports worthy charitable causes working with disadvantaged children and the arts. The Foundation runs the annual Sovereign Asian, European and Middle East Art prizes and auctions. These are opportunities to support contemporary artists and importantly help raise funds for our nominated charities.

Springs Dance Company performs and teaches across the UK and internationally. Now in its 30th year, this Christian organisation is committed to harnessing dance to see positive change in society. The Company tours inspiring productions and workshops to theatres, churches, schools and festivals.

St Crispin?s PTA works alongside the school to organise not only fundraising events but also to provide a range of services for the school and community.

St George?s is the parish church of Gravesend, bringing together people of different backgrounds and ages. The present church, built in 1733, attracts many visitors - Princess Pocahontas was buried here. The church hosts a number of concerts and its acoustics are much appreciated.

We are a local neighbourhood charity serving residents in and around south Islington, London. From our community centre, as well as in the community, we provide and host a wide range of services that improve the quality of life for local people.

Proudly supporting young Australian performing artists in the UK The Tait Memorial Trust was formed in 1992 by Isla Baring in memory of Sir Frank Tait and his brothers who played such an important part in the establishment of theatre and the performing arts in Australia. The Trust offers awards/grants for postgraduate study, performance opportunities to young Australian musicians and performing artists and general help in the furtherance of their careers while resident in the UK.

Taudevin Dance Company was established as a touring dance company performing throughout Europe and the UK giving graduating year students the valuable opportunity of being part of a creative team in a company situation This experience enables the students to take a further step into their professional life.

Theatre Crossroads educates kids and adults in disadvantaged communities through drama, dance and games. The Key Moves project teaches curriculum concepts in Science, Maths and Language and aims to harness interest and attention through physical activity and imagination. In the Developing World the Key Moves project is offered completely free.

RAISE – Theatre Resource’s Capital Appeal is raising money for the National Centre for Disability Arts and Social Inclusion, to open in 2011. A place dedicated to education, innovation and excellence in the arts, it will provide courses, programmes and vocational training schemes for disabled and disadvantaged people from across the UK.

The Tolkien Society is an international organisation dedicated to the furtherance of interest in the life and works of the late Professor J.R.R. Tolkien.

It is seeking funds to restore the "Memoir of the 20th Century", a 600 ft long work by the artist Feliks Topolski now exhibited under the arches of Hungerford Bridge by the Royal Festival Hall.

The Trinity Centre is a registered charity that was established in 1977 to provide education, recreation and support services for vulnerable people. This year, we estimate that more than 130,000 men, women and children will use our facilities. Our specialist services include: Adult Education, Trinity Day Care Nursery, Trinity Children's Centre and Dost, the largest of our children's programme's which offers therapeutic support to vulnerable children through education, play, advice and advocacy.

Its mission is to provide specialist education of the highest quality, reflecting the world of artistic practice and supporting the development of students and artists. This is reflected in its innovative programmes, exciting performances, groundbreaking community and social-inclusion work.

As a travel company, Ticket to Ride recognizes its responsibility to make a positive impact on the communities that welcome us. As travelers we are privileged and we want to ensure that we are able to offer long and lasting support for positive change, and help improve the lives of individuals and children bought up in underprivileged situations.

More than just photography! Improving lives through animation, film and photography.

Unicorn Theatre produces theatre by professional adults for children and their families, presenting challenging and exciting work year round. We involve the community through education workshops, our Youth Theatre and subsidised performances, offering an opportunity to many children who might not otherwise get to experience live theatre.

Donations made to the University of Brighton support a number of different areas. Currently our priorities include: providing scholarships for our most talented students; providing assistance to students undergoing financial hardship; funding research projects and community engagement activities; and increasing the student experience.

We are currently actively fundraising for 'A School for Malagiri'; a project to fund the construction of a simple day school for 3-8 year old children in Malagiri, Nepal. This will be a long-term collaboration providing opportunities for exchange, placement and research for students and staff in the School of Education.

The Foundation was established as a charitable trust to receive donations in support of the University of Brighton and its commitment to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and traditional scholarship. The Foundation is engaged in closely defined projects and provides support to students and scholarships.

The University of Kent Development Trust is a charity established to administer the University?s Annual Fund. The fund is built by contributions from alumni and friends of the University and it has helped with many projects including scholarships, equipment for students with disabilities, musical instruments and start-up funding for the Students' Union JobShop.

The University of Salford is one of the UK?s most enterprising Universities, renowned for its real-world teaching and ground-breaking research. Salford runs an Annual Fund campaign each year to raise money for various projects across the University. This year the Annual Fund is supporting the Salford Advantage Bursary, providing opportunities for students from low-income families to benefit from a University education. By supporting new students, you can put the rich opportunities and tangible experience of a Salford education within reach of those with the talent and abilities to succeed, regardless of their financial means. It costs £1,000 a year to support a bursary; any donation you can make will be more than matched by the commitment of our students. ?I will have more opportunity thanks to my education here, and I really want to make the most of it? Ben Dobson, the first student to receive a Salford Advantage Bursary. It only takes six alumni giving £11 per month to provide an entire bursary but please consider a gift of however much you can afford to support other students like Ben. On behalf of the young people you will help to bring here, thank you so much.

University of the Arts London is a diverse and creative community that draws together five of the world's most innovative art and design colleges. Proudly associated with many original thinkers and practitioners in the arts and creative industries, the University is committed to challenging convention, generating new ideas and nurturing exceptional talent.

The University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (UWIC) is a modern, metropolitan institution with a proud history tracing back to the 19th century. The UWIC Annual Fund has been established to enable alumni and friends of the Institution to support current and future students, making a real difference to their studies.

University of Westminster seeks to prepare people for the professions, to inspire them to grow intellectually throughout life, and to equip them to help shape a democratic, civilised and inclusive society and to serve the needs of the economy of London and globally.

The Viewfinder Photography Gallery showcases the work of emerging and established photographers. Since November 2005, the Viewfinder has presented a fast paced and exciting programme of exhibitions, accompanying workshops and events. The gallery is a registered charity, and is free to visit.

WKCIL is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors from the local community. It established the craft and design town (Craft Town Scotland) as the core element of a suite of initiatives aimed to revitalise the town centre, support the local community and create a focus for contemporary craft.

World Film Collective develops the capabilities of hundreds of marginalised young people across the world by introducing them to new media technology and training them in drama, mobile phone filmmaking and editing. WFC connects these young people through an interactive website, enabling them to make films collaboratively online.

WORLDwrite is an education charity with a long track record of developing creative programmes with young people. The charity set up the online Citizen TV channel WORLDbytes and provides free film training to young people, ensuring they can produce programmes and reports which question the way the world is and champion the best for all. The charity also assists partner groups in developing countries with annual global appeals. WORLDwrite is volunteer led and run, has an open door policy and encourages all-comers to get involved and recognise there are no limits to what's possible.

Wynstones School provides Steiner education from age 3 up to 18. Founded in 1937 it now offers a rich and varied curriculum for about 300 pupils. For some time there has been no space large enough for games/sports, assemblies, performances and festivals. Wynstones is raising funds to build a much-needed multi-purpose New Hall.

Young Virtuosi is a registered charity and trust dedicated to developing and inspiring young violinists aged 10-16, an age group needing special encouragement and support through the challenging transition to serious music student.

Zephaniah supports Christian musicians/artists who use their gifts to "take light into dark corners" in schools, churches, and community settings. Its workers - singer/songwriter John Froud, percussionist Mark Drake and storyteller Julie Wilkinson - visit more than 50 schools throughout Bradford and beyond, leading assemblies, lessons, workshops, and performances.

The Zibby Garnett Travelling Fellowship is an education and conservation charity making grants directly to individuals to enable them to undertake inspirational and motivational study placements overseas in art conservation. We are entirely reliant on donations as we receive no government funds.