Membership Organisations in Newtownards

Assisi Animal Sanctuary is a membership organisation in Newtownards, Co. Down that provides a place of safety and healing for vulnerable animals. The organisation accepts donations, offers pet adoption services for dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs, and runs a sponsorship scheme to support homeless animals. They also have an outreach scheme to assist individuals and families struggling to provide for their pets.

The Royal British Legion Club in Newtownards, Co. Down is a membership organisation supporting members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans, and their families. They provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving personnel and their families, and campaign on issues affecting the Armed Forces community. The organisation also remembers those who have served and lost their lives on active service.

Peninsula Healthy Living is a membership organisation in Newtownards, Co. Down, focused on improving mental and physical health for people on the Ards Peninsula. They offer a range of wellbeing programmes such as mindfulness, pain management, and weight management, alongside physical fitness classes and gym access. Services include a cancer support group, community advice, a community fridge, dementia support, counselling, and a minibus.

Newtownards, Co. Down is home to Community Advice Ards and North, a membership organisation that provides free, confidential advice and support. They offer assistance with a wide range of issues including debt, social security benefits, housing, legal matters, health, discrimination, employment, and consumer issues. The organisation also provides appeals and tribunal representation.

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust is a membership organisation in Newtownards, Co. Down. It is a wetland charity working to restore wetlands and promote their benefits. The organisation focuses on wetland wildlife, habitats, and conservation, encouraging visitors to discover the natural world at its wetland sites.

Ulster Historical Foundation in Newtownards, Co. Down is a non-profit organisation that helps individuals, groups, educators, and diasporas understand the history of Ulster and its families. They provide access to over 2 million records, including birth, death, marriage, census, and street directories. The foundation offers courses, events, and an online store with publications on topics such as Scots-Irish ancestors and family names. Membership provides discounts on products and services, and access to members-only databases.

Newtownards, Co. Down is home to Ards Bowling Club, a membership organisation for lawn bowls. The club welcomes new male and female members and offers both outdoor summer and indoor winter play. The bar facilities remain open.

Newtownards, Co. Down is home to Ards Camera Club, a membership organisation that supports traditional and digital photography. The club offers members access to a clubroom equipped with studio lighting, darkroom facilities, and computer equipment.

Portaferry Regeneration is a membership organisation based in Newtownards, Co. Down. It aims to enhance Portaferry as a place to live, work, and visit, while preserving its character and natural surroundings. As a company limited by guarantee, it has members who receive annual accounts, can attend general meetings, vote, and elect directors.