Charity, Northern Ireland

Charities are organisations set up to pursue purposes that benefit the public, rather than to distribute profits to owners or shareholders. Their work can include relieving poverty, supporting education or health, protecting animals or the environment, advancing the arts, and providing help to people affected by illness, disability, homelessness or other difficulties. Some focus on a particular community or cause, while others work across several areas. Depending on their purpose, charities may provide advice, care, accommodation, training, research, community activities or emergency assistance. They commonly raise funds through donations, grants, events, shops and fundraising campaigns, and may also recruit volunteers. The services and eligibility rules vary between organisations.

Map of Charity Companies in Northern Ireland