Community development organisations bring neighbours together at a local level and help communities shape what happens in their area.
Organisations linked to this cause may run community centres, resident-led projects, mutual aid, local events, campaigns or work that connects people to their council and other services.
Community Links Bromley (CLB) is the Council for Voluntary Service and Volunteer Centre for the London Borough of Bromley. It supports the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector through strategic representation, advice, and guidance. CLB empowers local groups, helps them secure funding, offers resources, and facilitates volunteering opportunities. They also run projects and events, and provide a directory for volunteer-involving organisations. The charity works to build a stronger, more inclusive borough by connecting communities and supporting local charities. Their services include help with funding, training, and venue hire, fostering collaboration and growth within the community sector.
Enfield Health & Wellbeing Service C.I.C. supports people in Enfield to live well, stay connected, and feel supported. They offer social activities, lunch clubs, and group sessions to build friendships and community. Services also include activities for physical and emotional wellbeing, practical health information, and support with issues like food and energy advice. They aim to empower health and wellbeing across the borough.
Barnardo's is a UK children's charity dedicated to helping children, young people, parents, and carers. The organisation provides support across the UK, including London, with over 1000 services. They offer advice and practical support for young people on mental wellbeing and online safety, and assist parents and carers through their Family Space initiative. Barnardo's also facilitates fostering and adoption services, aiming to provide loving homes for children. The charity campaigns on issues affecting children, such as misogyny, and engages the public through fundraising events like the London Landmarks Half Marathon. Their work supports vulnerable children and families to feel safer, happier, healthier, and more hopeful.
Mary's Youth Club is a registered charity in Islington, London, providing open-access youth work for young people. It aims to create a safe and welcoming community where young people's voices are valued, and they are empowered to grow. The club offers a balanced program including traditional youth club activities, creative sessions, health and wellbeing support, skills for life workshops, social action projects, and employability support such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award and CV workshops. Mary's focuses on empowering young people and developing their skills rather than addressing
LifeLine Projects is a registered charity based in Dagenham, working to create thriving communities where young people and families can flourish. The organisation offers a range of programmes including early years childcare, mentoring for young people at risk of violence or poor mental health, and family support initiatives. It also runs FaithAction, a national network supporting faith-based community groups. LifeLine Projects primarily serves London boroughs like Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, Waltham Forest, and Tower Hamlets, but its FaithAction network has a national reach. The charity aims to support those who are isolated, marginalised, or excluded, building connections and advocating for positive change.
Carney's Community is a registered charity in London that offers long-term, unconditional support to young people aged 11-30 who have faced adverse childhood experiences. They focus on those affected by poverty, the care system, gun and knife crime, school exclusion, or the criminal justice system. The charity provides a safe space, engaging young people in activities like boxing, skills workshops, social events, mentoring, and one-to-one intensive key work. They aim to improve physical, mental, and social well-being, helping participants transition from receiving support to supporting others, often becoming volunteers and paid staff within the organisation.
Greenwich Students' Union (GSU) is a democratic organisation run by students for students of the University of Greenwich. It represents student views to the University at all levels and provides support services to its over 20,000 members. GSU operates across three campuses: Maritime Greenwich, Avery Hill, and Medway. Services include advice and wellbeing support, student activities like societies and sports clubs, and events. The union aims to empower students, ensure equity, and help them develop skills for their academic and professional journeys. It also manages several venues and a merchandise store, reinvesting profits back into student experience and staff wages.
Camden Disability Action (CDA) is a Centre For Independent Living (CIL) that works to promote the principles of independent living for Disabled people in Camden. It provides information and opportunities for Disabled people to lead in building a Camden that works for everyone. The organisation hosts a range of activities and services at The Greenwood Centre, offering support and peer guidance. CDA aims to support Disabled people in making decisions about their lives and taking responsibility for important matters.
Mind in Enfield and Barnet is a local specialist mental health charity formed in 2021 by the merger of Mind in Barnet and Mind in Enfield. The organisation delivers services to residents in Enfield and Barnet, providing wellbeing support, advocacy, therapy, training and advice. They work with individuals, carers, and employers to improve mental health outcomes. Named services include Community Advocacy, Hospital based Advocacy, Community Talking Therapies, DOVE Private Counselling & Psychotherapy, Specialised Bereavement Training, Courses & Workshops, Individual Wellbeing Support and the UCAN, Parents in Mind programme, Recovery College, Sanctuary and Crisis Hub, and Family Hubs. They also engage in campaigning and influencing local authorities and the NHS to improve mental health service provision across both boroughs.
Sobus is a Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham, formed by the merger of CaVSA and Fulham Community Partnership Trust. It supports local charities, community groups, social enterprises, and start-up businesses by offering training, funding advice, networking opportunities, and office space. Sobus also provides brokering services between voluntary organisations and statutory bodies, and gathers intelligence on the needs of the local voluntary and community sector. The organisation aims to strengthen the capacity and financial stability of local groups, contributing to community development within the borough.
St Mary's Bromley is a Church of England parish church serving the community of Plaistow, Bromley. It provides a welcoming environment for worship, fellowship, and faith exploration for people of all ages and backgrounds. Services include Sunday Worship, Sunday Club for children and young people, Baptisms, Weddings, and Funerals. The church also hosts community activities like Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Brownies, Guides, and a Grace Cafe. They aim to support their local community and live out their faith.
STORM Family Centre is a registered charity based in Wandsworth that provides varied services including counselling and youth work. It focuses on addressing social issues such as sexual violence, sexual exploitation, domestic abuse, poverty, long-term unemployment, and youth crime. The centre offers free counselling services, including one-to-one, family, art, and sensory therapy. It also runs a youth club and seasonal youth activities in partnership with the Local Authority. The organisation supports residents within Wandsworth and surrounding London boroughs, and has a nursery with a sensory room for children with Special Educational Needs and those who have experienced trauma. It aims to promote social cohesion and unity through annual events like the Women’s Conference and Peace Concert.
Newham Community Project is a registered charity based in Newham, London, supporting local people through various initiatives. It provides food bank support, advocacy, and wellbeing projects, aiming to empower individuals by promoting economic stability, resilience, and inclusion, including those with no recourse to public funds. The organisation offers trauma-informed support to women and girls experiencing poverty or domestic abuse, and practical help for refugees and migrants facing social isolation or barriers to services. It also engages in environmental work to create healthier and more sustainable communities, and runs an employability and life skills program. The project addresses food and children's needs, advances equality, and strengthens community connections.
Harrow Giving is a registered charity that supports local projects and organisations within the London borough of Harrow. It collects donations from residents, local employees, businesses, and philanthropists, and channels these funds to community groups. The organisation aims to tackle challenging social issues, enhance the quality of life for Harrow residents, and build resilient communities. Harrow Giving provides grants to diverse local projects, focusing its investment where it can make a significant impact across various communities in Harrow.
New London Educational Trust (NLET) is a non-profit charity located in Hounslow, West London. It serves the local community by providing education, training, and employability skills programs to adult learners and community groups. NLET supports individuals in achieving higher education qualifications and advancing their careers, including low-skilled employed, long-term unemployed, and economically inactive people. It offers specialised academies like the Health & Social Care Academy and the New London Business School. The organisation aims to empower learners of all ages by offering equitable access to quality education, fostering innovation, and promoting lifelong learning for social and economic growth.
The Brent Centre for Young People provides mental health support for adolescents in Brent and across London. Its services include therapy and counselling, school-based support, Sport and Thought, and specialist help relating to disordered eating, domestic abuse and neurodiversity. The charity also works with the Youth Offending Service and provides support for the Irish community.
Ucan Enfield is a partnership of local organisations in Enfield, London, offering free personalised support for health and wellbeing. Funded by the London Borough of Enfield, it assists residents aged 18+ with long-term health conditions, sensory loss, neurodiversity, mental health concerns, or loneliness. The initiative provides tailored plans including exercise sessions, nutrition talks, workshops, and wellbeing activities, connecting individuals with local partners like Age UK Enfield and Mind in Enfield and Barnet. It aims to help people live independently, stay active, and feel more connected within their community, empowering them to build healthy habits.
Bexley Voice is an independent, parent-led registered charity that supports parents and carers of children and young people (0-25) with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The organisation provides support to families residing in or attending an educational setting within the London Borough of Bexley. It offers services such as "Tea & Talk Parent Carer Support Group", "Workshops and Events", and "121 Information & Support Sessions" to inform and empower parent carers. It aims to ensure families navigating SEND challenges have access to guidance and community.
Soapbox Islington is a youth centre providing a range of services and creative opportunities for young people aged 13 and upwards who live, work, or study in Islington. It offers workshops and programmes focusing on video production and podcasting, allowing participants to develop skills in storytelling, editing, and technical aspects of media creation. The centre encourages young artists through live music events and supports their development. It aims to empower young people by offering spaces for creativity and skill-building in a supportive environment within the local community.
Citizens Advice Bexley is an independent charity providing free, confidential, and impartial advice to residents of Bexley. It helps individuals navigate issues related to legal matters, finances, debt, benefits, employment, housing, consumer rights, and discrimination. The organisation works to improve policies and practices for a fairer society and collaborates with local organisations and Bexley Council to deliver essential advice and information services tailored to community needs.
Elevate Her UK is a registered charity supporting girls and young women under 25, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds or facing hardship. The organisation provides mentoring, skill-based empowerment workshops, and outreach sessions. They also conduct youth safety awareness assemblies, addressing issues such as gang grooming, homelessness, mental health, teenage pregnancy, domestic abuse, and school exclusion. Services are offered online and in person, primarily in Barking and Dagenham and across London. They focus on empowering young women to achieve their potential and providing safe spaces to reduce mental health issues, aiming to guide them through life's challenges.
South East London Mind is a mental health and dementia charity that provides support to individuals in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark. The organisation assists people in their recovery, helping them to manage their wellbeing and lead productive lives. They offer various services including mental health support, dementia support, and mental health training courses such as Mental Health First Aid. They also provide specialist support like the Suicide Bereavement Support service. The charity is dedicated to being inclusive and responsive to the unique needs of the diverse communities it serves, working to improve the quality of life for those experiencing mental health problems and dementia.
LandAid is a charity that brings together businesses and individuals from the property industry to support projects tackling youth homelessness. It awards grants to small to medium-sized charities working with young people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. LandAid also brokers free property expertise and pro bono support for charities, provides free mobile data plans, and raises awareness of youth homelessness. Their goal is to provide homes, jobs, and skills to young people, helping them to build foundations for their future. They support charities across the UK, including London.
The Howard League for Penal Reform is the world's oldest prison charity, working to reduce crime, make communities safer and decrease the prison population in England and Wales. The organisation advocates for penal reform through litigation, campaigning and policy work. It provides a dedicated advice line for children and young people in prison, and advises politicians and policymakers on criminal justice issues. The Howard League aims to build a more humane and effective response to crime, providing justice and helping to reduce reoffending. It is based in London and focuses its efforts across England and Wales, with an emphasis on human rights within the justice system.
The Greenwich Baha'i Community is a local faith-based group active in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, London. It is one of 127 Baha'i communities across the UK, welcoming people of all races, ages, faiths, and social classes. The community aims to foster a sense of unity and works towards building a more peaceful, equitable, and unified society. Its activities include children's classes, junior youth groups, youth groups, study circles, and devotional gatherings, all focused on community building and learning. The organisation is underpinned by Baha'i principles such as the oneness of humankind and universal education. It seeks to contribute to the advancement of Southwark and its people through mutual support.
Christ Church East Greenwich is a vibrant, inclusive church serving the local community in East Greenwich, London. They offer regular worship services, online worship, christenings, weddings, and funerals. Beyond spiritual activities, the church runs various community programs including Connect Groups, Alpha courses, and Football Connect. They also provide youth services such as Huddle and Sunday CYP, schools ministry, and family services. Additionally, Christ Church East Greenwich operates a foodbank and organises community outreach events. Their work focuses on loving and serving God and neighbour, creating a diverse and welcoming environment for people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. The organisation is actively involved in local initiatives and provides support within the Greenwich area.
Do it Now Now is an open-innovation organisation dedicated to empowering Black communities. It helps Black leaders build sustainable futures for their organisations and communities by providing access to opportunities for social mobility through financial inclusion and entrepreneurship. The organisation brings together talent, charities, social entrepreneurs, and investors to address social challenges and support the development of under-represented groups. Do it Now Now works across the UK and has a specific campaign, "London Now Now", aiming for 30,000 thriving organisations in London by 2030. They run programmes like Black and Good, Centre Black, Common Call, My Moon Landing, and Voltage Revolution.
North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) provides an extensive range of integrated community and mental health services. It serves people in the London boroughs of Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest, as well as parts of Essex. NELFT offers emotional wellbeing and mental health services for children and young people across Essex. The organisation’s values are kindness, respect, and working together with communities to provide care. They aim to embed these values in their culture to deliver the best care by the best people. Services cover various directorates including Barking and Dagenham and other London boroughs, focusing on mental health support.
Tower Hamlets CVS (THCVS) supports voluntary and community groups by helping them run their organisations effectively, secure funding for services, and connect with other groups. It acts as a strategic partner within the borough, bridging the gap between the voluntary and community sector and statutory partners. THCVS advocates for the sector, aiming to give voluntary and community groups a stronger voice, access to necessary resources, and increased confidence, connections, and skills. It also hosts the NEL VCFSE Collaborative, supporting integration with NHS North East London.
Haringey Welcome is a grassroots campaigning organisation working to create a welcoming borough for migrants, refugees, and diaspora communities in Haringey, London. The organisation advocates for fairness, dignity, and respect, and campaigns against the "Hostile Environment" policies. It works to ensure equal access to services like housing, healthcare, education, and employment. Key initiatives include the Haringey Solidarity Fund to prevent refugee homelessness, and a podcast "No Small Victories" sharing stories of resistance. They also run community projects and events to foster inclusion and lobby for policy change at local and national levels.
Hampton & Hampton Hill Voluntary Care has been active since 1974, supporting individuals experiencing loneliness and isolation due to age, ill health, mobility challenges, or personal circumstances. The charity provides practical help, friendly support, and opportunities for connection, working alongside statutory services and other organizations. Since 1993, it has managed the Greenwood Community Centre, which serves as a base for community projects, social activities, and wellbeing initiatives, aiming to strengthen the local neighborhood in Hampton and Hampton Hill. Its services include a community transport scheme and the provision of various rooms for hire within the Greenwood Community Centre.
Lewisham Music is an award-winning youth charity that works to create positive change in young people's lives through music. It provides diverse musical opportunities in schools and communities across Lewisham, aiming to make music accessible to all. The organisation offers various programmes such as Saturday Music Centre, Radio Lewisham, Creative Futures, and specific choirs and bands like Live Voices and Lewisham Youth Concert Band. It also runs projects exploring local history through music, including Bellingham at 100. Lewisham Music works as a Principal Partner in the South East London Music Hub, supporting youth music development in the borough and beyond.
East End Community Foundation is a place-based funder rooted in East London, dedicated to improving lives in Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets, and the City of London. It builds partnerships to tackle inequality across these boroughs. The organisation supports frontline charities by providing grants for community programmes. East End Community Foundation also works to improve life chances for young people and addresses pensioner poverty and isolation. It harnesses the generosity of individuals and businesses to support its work and invites applications for grants from local organisations. Its work includes the Connecting Communities programme and the Life Chances Campaign.
Mind in Harrow has provided mental health services and support to the Harrow community since 1969. The organisation works to improve services, reduce stigma, and ensure people experiencing mental health problems have a voice. They offer various services including Children, Young Persons Services, Adult Services, Culturally Specific Services, and Helpline & Online Support. Mind in Harrow is expanding its reach into Brent, aiming to make support, resources, and wellbeing opportunities available across North West London. They provide life-saving support, campaign for better mental health services, and work to transform understanding of mental health in workplaces, schools, and public services.
London's Giving is a network that brings together place-based giving schemes across London. It aims to tackle poverty and inequality by mobilising communities and connecting local people with funders. The organisation supports and strengthens the growing movement of place-based giving by sharing knowledge, facilitating networking, and advocating for social action at a grassroots level within various London boroughs. It functions as a resource hub for its member schemes, promoting collaboration and local impact.
North London NHS Foundation Trust offers person-centred mental health and wellbeing support across five London boroughs: Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, and Islington. It provides a wide range of local community services and inpatient mental health services, supporting individuals from birth to old age with various mental health conditions. The Trust also offers specialist services like the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), forensic services, a Gangs and Violence programme, and an Eating Disorder Service. It aims to improve access to mental health services and outcomes for the communities it serves across North London.
Cripplegate Foundation is a grantmaking organisation that supports projects and organisations in Islington to address inequality. With over 500 years of history, it provides funding through various programmes. These include Islington Council’s Community Chest, a small grants programme offering up to £5,000 for local voluntary and community sector groups in Islington, and the Crisis and Resilience Fund, which offers emergency assistance and longer-term support to Islington residents experiencing financial hardship with essentials like food and energy. The foundation also participates in initiatives such as the Endowments Investing Challenge, focusing on investments for future generations.
Open Age is a registered charity dedicated to championing an active life for older people. It provides opportunities for those aged 50 or older to sustain physical and mental fitness, maintain an active lifestyle, and develop new interests. The charity offers over 350 weekly activities from more than 60 sites across Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith and Fulham. Services include health and fitness classes, creative arts, computer classes, and outings. Open Age also runs a befriending service and a "Be Active" programme to support independence and combat loneliness and isolation among older Londoners.
Havering Friends of the Earth is a local action group based in the London Borough of Havering, focusing on environmental protection and enhancement. The group campaigns against overdevelopment, pollution of rivers, ground, and air, and inappropriate building on green spaces. They advocate for reduced vehicle emissions, better public transport, increased tree planting, and a reduction in pesticide use. They also promote the "Five Rs" of environmental responsibility: Reduce, Refuse, Repair, Reuse, and Recycle. The organisation supports the protection of Havering's Green Belt and has actively responded to local council consultations on air quality and climate action. They hold regular meetings and engage with the community through stalls and media appearances.
Multicultural Richmond aims to foster a vibrant, integrated, and inclusive multicultural community within Richmond upon Thames and surrounding boroughs. It offers various services and events, including health and wellbeing support, English language learning, digital skills training, outdoor activities, youth groups, and community mental wellbeing services. The organisation works particularly with Global Majority, migrant, and refugee communities to promote well-being, resilience, and inclusion. It hosts multicultural events and tackles inequality, contributing to broader community development through its diverse programmes.
Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest is an independent charity affiliated with national Mind, providing mental health support and care. They offer services like benefits advice, employment support, and various therapies. The organisation focuses on serving communities in City, Hackney, and Waltham Forest, with specific services for African and Caribbean, and LGBTQ+ communities. Their aim is to ensure that no one faces a mental health problem alone, developing services to meet local community needs and advocating for better mental health support.
CB Plus, operating as CommUNITY Barnet, is an independent community infrastructure and development organisation. It works across several London boroughs to support residents, businesses, and local communities, fostering collaborative partnerships. The organisation aims to strengthen communities and empower groups to address social issues like poverty and inequality. CB Plus provides comprehensive support services, including development advice, resources, and tools to enhance capacity and leadership skills. It offers professional services like accounting, bookkeeping, and marketing to help community groups manage and grow. The organisation influences policy at local, regional, and national levels to reduce inequalities and amplify the voluntary sector's voice.
Core Arts is a social business based in Hackney that promotes positive mental health and wellbeing through creative learning. It offers over 85 creative classes weekly across five departments: Arts, Music, Multimedia, Horticulture, and Sport. The organisation supports individuals by providing PGCE trained tutors, volunteers, open studios, and resources for self-directed projects. They also run social enterprises like Core Design and Core Landscapes, offering graphic design and horticultural services. Core Arts serves the local community in Hackney, providing an environment for learning and personal development to improve mental wellbeing.
Croydon Voluntary Action (CVA) works to build stronger communities and support social change by empowering citizens and championing community organisations in Croydon. It acts as a key local umbrella infrastructure body, offering a range of services to small groups, social enterprises, larger charities, and volunteers. CVA supports the growth and development of community organisations, advocates on their behalf, strengthens volunteering, and partners with various sectors to achieve its strategic aims. It facilitates networking, provides resources, and aims to enhance community engagement within the borough.
Mind Havering, Barking and Dagenham is a local mental health charity dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing in its community. It offers services focusing on recovery and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing. The organisation supports people experiencing mental health problems, including services for Ukrainian refugees, homeless individuals, new mothers, and young people aged 17-25. It works within Havering, Barking and Dagenham to provide advice, information, and a range of support programmes.
Brent Parent Carer Forum CIC provides information, support and friendship for families in Brent. It focuses on families of children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The organisation facilitates various workshops on topics such as childhood vaccinations, asthma, managing stress and anxiety, welfare benefits, and understanding behaviour. It aims to empower parents through involvement and by sharing their views on local services, working in partnership with local councils and health services to improve outcomes for children and families with SEND.
Working Well Trust supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges and/or neurodiversity to find and sustain employment. Operating for over 30 years, they provide emotional and practical support, working with adults aged 18 and over across various London boroughs. Services include "In Work Support" for employers and employees, "Getting Back to Work" offering job search assistance, training, and apprenticeships, and "Starting a Business" for those considering self-employment. The organisation promotes personal recovery through work, offering services in Tower Hamlets, Enfield, Newham, Barking and Dagenham, Kingston and Sutton.
Bexley Women's Aid aims to enable and empower women and children experiencing domestic abuse to obtain and sustain a safe living environment. For over 50 years, this charity has provided support and refuge to women and their children affected by domestic abuse in Bexley. They also offer community education to teach children and young people about respectful relationships. Services include refuge facilities, community outreach, and education and prevention programs.
Healthy Harrow is an initiative managed by Voluntary Action Harrow (VAH) dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities among the Harrow population. Established in 2020, it works to empower communities by providing resources to local people, groups, and spaces. The organisation runs community health programmes, builds connections through local forums, strengthens local groups, and shares useful resources. It aims to support residents in making healthy decisions and removing barriers to health and wellbeing. Healthy Harrow champions health and wellbeing specifically within the Harrow borough, offering services such as community hubs, health walks, and support.
Students' Union UCL supports students at University College London by providing a range of services and opportunities. It offers advice and support for academic, financial, housing, and welfare issues, facilitates over 360 clubs and societies, and promotes volunteering opportunities. The Union provides social, cultural, sporting, and recreational activities, and acts as a representative body between students and UCL. It aims to empower students, build community, and foster personal development through various programs and initiatives. This includes arts groups, sports teams, student-led projects, and spaces for discussion and debate. The Union is dedicated to enhancing the student experience and enabling students to make lasting change.
My Yard Charity is a registered charity formed in 2014, working to address local food poverty and social deprivation in the Harrow, Bushey, and Barnet areas. The charity rescues an average of one ton of healthy surplus food each week, delivering it to those in need. In addition to food distribution, My Yard fosters community togetherness through youth groups, social events, gardening clubs, and holiday activities. Their services aim to reduce food waste, prevent social isolation, and boost community wellbeing by empowering residents of all ages to make positive changes and support each other.
Wandsworth Care Alliance is a charity established in 1991, working for the wellbeing of the Wandsworth community. It connects people to opportunities for health, happiness, and inclusion, and offers free support to charities, community projects, and arts projects. The organisation champions local voices for better Health and Social Care services and helps people find available support. It aims to strengthen the voice and influence of the community and voluntary sector, ensuring local experiences are represented in decision-making. Their work has evolved since 1991, but they remain focused on bringing organisations together, strengthening partnerships, and advocating for the sector. They support people and organisations in areas from arts to sustainability, and promote inclusion in health services.
The Forum@Greenwich is an accessible and inclusive community centre located in Trafalgar Road, London. It provides a variety of facilities and services, including rooms for hire, community classes, and events for local residents. The centre supports the Greenwich community by offering spaces for activities and gatherings. The organisation aims to foster community development by providing a central hub where people can connect and participate in local initiatives.
The Education Training Foundation is a national charity supporting professional development in the Further Education (FE) and Skills sector. It offers membership, professional recognition through statuses like QTLS and ATS, and various courses for individuals and organisations. The foundation provides resources and training on topics such as apprenticeships, digital skills, English, maths, ESOL, SEND, safeguarding, and leadership. It works to uphold professional standards, foster continuous professional growth, and build an inspiring community for educators, leaders, and trainers across the UK.
Ealing SENDIASS offers free, confidential, accurate, and impartial advice and support to families in Ealing with children up to age 25 who have special educational needs or a disability (SEND). The service works with parents, carers, and young people to raise awareness of their rights and help them make informed decisions regarding SEND matters, including health and social care. It provides support for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), school meetings, mediation, and transition processes, aiming for positive outcomes with schools, colleges, and local authorities. They offer individual appointments, telephone and email support, and guidance on local provision and the Local Offer.
Wimbledon Guild is a community charity providing practical help and support to residents in Merton. It aims to tackle loneliness and social isolation, support individuals experiencing difficulties, and help older people live active, healthy lives within the borough. Services include activities, classes, talks, and Merton Moves to encourage new experiences and social connection. The charity offers befriending, a HomeFood Café, and a community garden. For mental health support, it provides talking therapies, counselling, support groups, courses, and workshops. Financial assistance, grants, and a Warm & Well service are available for those worried about money, alongside Citizens Advice services. The organisation also assists residents in staying independent. Wimbledon Guild seeks volunteers and donations.
Waltham Forest SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service) provides information, advice, and support to children, young people, parents, and carers within the Waltham Forest area. The service aims to help families navigate the complexities of special educational needs and disabilities. It offers guidance, training sessions, and callback services. They also run youth forums and seek volunteers to support their work.
Liberty is a membership organisation that campaigns to protect and promote human rights and civil liberties across the UK. It offers free human rights legal advice and works to challenge unjust laws and policies through legal cases and government lobbying. The organisation also aims to inspire public action against injustice. Liberty has been active since 1934, advocating for fairness, dignity, and respect for everyone in the UK. They publish information on human rights and facilitate petitions to influence policy and protect freedoms.
OneRichmond is a place-based giving charity for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It aims to tackle social, economic, and community-specific challenges by raising and directing funds to local organisations and projects. The charity focuses on connecting local goodwill from residents, businesses, and philanthropists with local needs. It addresses issues such as social isolation, housing insecurity, mental health, and youth vulnerability within the borough. OneRichmond also runs a grants programme, including a specific 2026 Homelessness Grant, to support local organisations addressing these needs and combating social isolation. Its mission involves mobilising resources and empowering communities to address hidden needs across the borough.
St John the Evangelist Bromley is an Anglican church serving the community of Bromley. It offers traditional worship, relevant Bible teaching, and a range of activities for all ages. Programmes include Sunday school for children, a parent and child group called Story Builders, and Pathfinders for young people aged 11-18. The church also provides fellowship for older adults through "Connections at St John's" and supports life events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals. St John the Evangelist Bromley is a faith and community group focused on spiritual and social support within its local area.
Mind in Hillingdon is a community-based mental health charity that has been providing services in Hillingdon since 1984. It offers support, advice, and information to empower individuals experiencing mental health problems. Services include an Adult Mental Health Recovery and Wellbeing Service with one-to-one support, therapeutic activities, employment support, and social activities. They also run The Mental Health Carers Project, offer counselling, and provide mental health training. The organisation aims to improve wellbeing and aid recovery for people with mild, moderate, severe, and enduring mental health needs.
Sutton Carers Centre is an independent local charity that supports unpaid carers aged 8 and upwards in the London Borough of Sutton. The centre offers practical and emotional support, information, advice, and various groups and activities to help carers manage their responsibilities and improve their wellbeing. Services include specialist support for young carers, parent carers, dementia carers, mental health carers, and those caring for individuals with physical needs. They also provide help with money matters, training, and workshops, aiming to prevent carers from reaching crisis point.
Kingston Voluntary Action (KVA) works to create a Kingston where communities are active, strong and connected. It supports local voluntary and community groups by helping them develop skills, build resources and amplify their voices. KVA also assists communities directly through services like the Kingston Buddy Scheme for adults with learning disabilities and autism, Kingston Eco-Op for those with additional needs, and initiatives to combat food insecurity in Kingston upon Thames. The organisation offers training, events, and support for organisations to develop and thrive, and aims to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for residents.
Bexley Domestic Abuse Services provides information, support, and guidance for residents of Bexley who are experiencing domestic or sexual abuse. The service helps individuals directly and offers training for professionals. It aims to stop violence against women and girls, promote healthy relationships among young people, and works to reduce domestic abuse within the London Borough of Bexley. The service is part of the Bexley Domestic Abuse Partnership, which includes various statutory and voluntary organisations.
Great Oaks College offers further education to young people aged 19-25 who have moderate, severe, or profound and multiple learning difficulties, including autistic students. The college provides educational programmes, enrichment, and therapies. Their pathways include Vocational, Life and Living, and Engagement for Life, designed to enhance independence, communication skills, and prepare students for adult life and community integration. The organisation is based in West London and Surrey, with a campus in Hounslow. It supports students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) by providing tailored programmes and fostering their development towards active community participation.
OneBexley is a partnership of eight charities in Bexley, working together to support residents to lead happy and healthy lives. The partnership provides services to help people stay independent and well, particularly those experiencing difficult times. They aim to empower people and communities to thrive by offering tailored support through their member charities, which include Age UK Bexley, Bexley Mencap, and Mind in Bexley. The initiative is funded by the London Borough of Bexley and focuses on a collaborative approach to community wellbeing within the borough.
Get Set UK helps individuals find rewarding work and advance their careers by offering support and training. The organisation provides various programmes, including the Restart Scheme, Skills for Work, and Get Set for Career Support, focusing on employability, education, and apprenticeships. They also assist businesses with recruitment, training, and inclusive assessments. Get Set UK aims to empower people to fulfil their potential and facilitate positive change in their lives, working across London and other areas to connect job seekers with opportunities and employers with talent.
The Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP) protects children in Croydon, ensuring they grow up safe, supported, and free from harm. It coordinates multi-agency safeguarding arrangements, conducts reviews, and promotes consistent practice among partners like Croydon Council, NHS, and the Metropolitan Police. CSCP offers guidance, training, and resources for professionals and the public, focusing on child protection, early help, and addressing issues such as child sexual abuse and domestic abuse. The partnership structure includes lead safeguarding partners and designated safeguarding partners who work collaboratively to improve outcomes for children within the borough.
Hammersmith & Fulham Volunteer Centre (HFVC) is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes, supports, and develops volunteering across several West London boroughs, primarily Hammersmith and Fulham. It provides advice, guidance, and training to individuals to help them find volunteering opportunities. The centre also assists local charities and non-profit organisations with volunteer management and recruitment. HFVC runs projects like Mutual Aid Plus, Learn My Way for IT skills, and Community Champions. It focuses on strengthening communities by connecting volunteers with causes that matter and developing skills for employment.
Stay Safe East is an organisation run by and for disabled people, offering advocacy and support services. It helps survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, harassment, and other forms of abuse. The organisation focuses on providing tailored support to disabled individuals in London who have experienced these types of violence and discrimination. Stay Safe East also engages in policy work, contributing to strategies concerning violence against women and girls, with a specific focus on the experiences of disabled victim-survivors. They offer training and consultancy, and welcome volunteers to help deliver their services.
Islington Giving is a charitable initiative that raises funds, provides grants, and fosters collaboration to address poverty and inequality within the London Borough of Islington. It brings together local people, businesses, and other organisations to support community projects, share power through resident panels, reduce isolation, and increase access to opportunities. The organisation is a restricted fund of the Cripplegate Foundation and aims to create a more equitable community where all residents can thrive. It works specifically within Islington to support local initiatives and groups.
Healthwatch Enfield gathers feedback from local residents about health and social care services. It identifies areas for improvement, such as GP registration for homeless people and mental health support for young people. The organisation publishes reports and advice, helps people understand Type 2 Diabetes and measles outbreaks, and offers support for making complaints about care. It aims to improve healthcare services for all who live in the borough of Enfield.
Brandon Centre provides mental health and wellbeing support to young people under 25 and their families. It offers services like counselling, psychotherapy, therapeutic yoga, and social prescribing for young people. For families, programmes include systemic integrative treatment, ADHD parent programme, and Families, Food & Feelings. The centre also provides support and training for professionals and runs outreach services, including She is Supported (SIS) and Homeless Outreach. Brandon Centre aims to make high-quality care accessible and professional, responding to psychological and social needs. It operates from Kentish Town in London.
Haringey Migrant Support Centre offers free advice and casework support to migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and undocumented individuals across Greater London. The organisation focuses on immigration, housing, homelessness and destitution. It aims to empower visitors to take control of their cases and feel settled within their communities. HMSC is the only free immigration advice service in Haringey, recognising the complex and interconnected issues faced by migrants due to restrictive immigration policies and cuts to legal aid.
Citizens Advice Hillingdon provides free, confidential, and impartial advice to residents of Hillingdon. The organisation addresses complex issues related to disability, insecure housing, low-paid work, poor health, and the cost of living crisis. It offers specialist casework in areas such as benefits, debt, housing, employment, and crisis support. Citizens Advice Hillingdon also engages in policy advocacy, using insights from its frontline work to influence systemic causes of hardship, and strengthens community resilience through outreach and digital inclusion programmes. This independent local charity aims to create a fairer Hillingdon by meeting immediate needs and challenging unjust systems.
C-Change West London (CCWL) delivers diverse programmes for local residents and young people in London boroughs such as Hounslow, Hillingdon, and Ealing. The organisation aims to empower individuals by providing inclusive educational, wellbeing, and volunteering opportunities. Its vision is to foster strong, vibrant, and resilient communities where everyone can thrive. CCWL works to improve skills, wellbeing, and life chances for the socially disadvantaged. It acts as a catalyst for social inclusion through events and activities that unite diverse and intergenerational communities. The charity collaborates with local authorities, NHS, other charities, schools, universities, businesses, and community organisations to address community needs.
Bromley Well provides free and confidential health and wellbeing services to people living in the London Borough of Bromley. It offers support for various needs including advice on debt, housing, and relationships, as well as specific services for older people, unpaid adult carers, young carers, individuals with long-term health conditions, and people with learning difficulties or physical disabilities. Bromley Well also assists with volunteering, training, and employment opportunities. The service is delivered by a partnership of local voluntary organisations, funded by Bromley Council and NHS South East London Integrated Care Board.
Community Southwark is the umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in Southwark. It supports local charities and community groups by providing advice, training, and volunteer services. The organisation connects groups with each other, funders, and decision-makers to foster collaborative change. Services include guidance on governance, funding, evaluation, and impact, alongside information sharing through various channels. They also facilitate volunteering and offer tailored support for ethnic minority-led groups. Community Southwark aims to strengthen the sector and build a more equitable borough.
Islington Mind is a registered charity in London that supports adults aged 18 and over in Islington with their mental health and wellbeing. They offer a range of services including a Mental Health Recovery Pathway, counselling and talking therapies, and support for specific groups like carers and survivors. The organisation aims to empower individuals, improve self-esteem and confidence, and reduce the need for secondary mental health services, promoting social inclusion and financial security. They work to foster community cohesion and raise awareness about mental health problems within the Islington community.
Together for Sutton (TfS) is a partnership of six local charities providing independent, impartial, free and confidential information and advice services. It acts as a Single Point of Access for individuals, families and communities in the London Borough of Sutton. TfS helps residents and professionals access health and social care resources and services, empowering them to make informed choices and sustain change. Services include information and advice on housing, debt, benefits, advocacy, support for over 50s, SEND, carers, and NHS complaints. The organisation facilitates access to various local support.
Richmond Foundation is an independent charitable foundation operating in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It aims to empower local people to build healthy and fulfilling lives by providing funding and support. The foundation works collaboratively with local partners to deliver impactful grant funding to individuals and organisations, enabling lasting change. Its work focuses on providing high-quality support and fair access to opportunities for Richmond residents, addressing areas such as education equality, health outcomes, and community cohesion.
Sir Walter St. John's Educational Charity is a grant-giving trust that promotes the education and training of children and young people under the age of 25. The charity primarily supports those in financial need within the London Boroughs of Wandsworth and Lambeth, with a preference for the Battersea area. It provides grants to local organisations offering educational and training opportunities, and also offers grant aid to individual students aged 19 to 24. Block grants are also distributed to local colleges for their students. The charity focuses on supporting academic and vocational development for young people in its designated service areas.
Achieving for Children is a not-for-profit company that provides children's services for Kingston and Richmond Councils. Its AfCinfo website acts as an information hub, offering details on activities and services for parents, carers, young people, and professionals. The organisation supports families with various services including mental health support in schools, special educational needs and disability (SEND) information, childcare assistance, and family and parenting support. It operates within the London boroughs of Kingston upon Thames and Richmond upon Thames.
Kensington and Chelsea Over 50s Forum is a registered charity dedicated to supporting older residents in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Established in 1996, the forum aims to combat isolation and depression by helping older people remain independent, healthy, and actively engaged in their communities. They provide a programme of practical activities, expert-led learning, and community engagement. This includes expert talks on health and care, arts and cultural programmes, health and wellbeing activities, and digital inclusion support. The forum also champions the voices of older residents to influence services. They serve the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, and aim to empower older people to take control of their lives and shape the systems around them.
One Westminster supports the voluntary sector and volunteering within the City of Westminster. It aids over 200 local voluntary and community organisations by offering information and advice on funding, governance, and partnerships. The organisation also runs the Westminster Volunteer Centre, connecting volunteers with local groups, and manages Social Prescribing services in partnership with local NHS. It helps organisations with setting up as charities, CIOs, or CICs, coordinates networks for idea sharing, and runs training and events.
Community Food Enterprise is an award-winning social enterprise and registered charity established in 2002. Based in the London Borough of Newham, it aims to alleviate food poverty and develop a sustainable food business. The organisation provides training, capacity building, and employment opportunities for East London residents. It procures surplus food and redistributes it to charities and community organisations across East London. Services also include Workplace Healthy, delivering fresh fruit to employers, and Healthy Schools, supporting the National School Fruit scheme. Community Food Enterprise strives to ensure access to safe, nutritious, affordable, and culturally acceptable food, promoting better diet, lifestyle, and health through education and empowerment.
Breaking Barriers is a specialist refugee employment charity that helps refugees to build new lives. It provides one-to-one advice, guidance, education, and training to enable refugees to find meaningful employment and achieve financial independence. The organisation works with businesses to create partnerships and employment opportunities for refugees, as well as offering skills building, re-accreditation, and language tuition. It supports refugees in London by providing a range of services aimed at breaking down barriers to employment and fostering an inclusive society.
Richmond CVS is an independent infrastructure organisation supporting voluntary and community sector groups in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It provides advice, support, and training on various aspects of charity and community activity to help organisations develop and grow. The organisation delivers services under the Community Connections Richmond brand, including strategic leadership, voice and representation, and a volunteer service. It also supports organisations working with children and young people, runs a Community Involvement service, and facilitates volunteering. Richmond CVS aims to build strong, vibrant communities by empowering groups and individuals to contribute to local life.
Advocacy for Bexley is a branch of Advocacy For All, a registered charity providing free, confidential, and independent advocacy services. It supports individuals in the London Borough of Bexley to express their needs and wishes, ensuring their voices are heard. Services include Bexley and Bromley All Stars for children, Bexley Speaking Up Group for self-advocacy for people with a learning difficulty, Care Act Advocacy, Community Learning Disability Advocacy, IMCA/RPR/DoLS, Independent Health Complaints Advocacy, and Independent Mental Health Advocacy. The organisation aims to empower people to have bigger voices and better lives.
Action West London is a charity and social enterprise based in West London, established in 1998 as Action Acton. The organisation aims to change lives through employment, education, and enterprise. It supports disadvantaged young people and adults by helping them secure employment, improve their education and training, and set up in self-employment or business. They deliver various projects and services across West London, specifically in the boroughs of Ealing, Hounslow, Hammersmith and Fulham, Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, and Barnet. They operate Acton Market and offer initiatives like Movement on the Mount and a Reduce and Recycle Hub.
Big Give is a registered charity based in London that operates a match funding platform, helping other charities double the donations they receive. It facilitates campaigns such as the Christmas Challenge, Champions for Children, and Arts for Impact, enabling donors to make their contributions go further. Since 2008, Big Give has raised over £449 million for more than 22,917 charity projects across various causes by connecting donors with charities and funders who provide matching funds. It serves as an intermediary, amplifying the impact of charitable giving for numerous organisations.
Ealing and Hounslow CVS is a local charity that supports voluntary and community groups, residents and partners across the London boroughs of Ealing and Hounslow. It strengthens local networks, helps grow opportunities and creates social impact. The organisation assists groups with funding, governance, and volunteering. It also delivers and coordinates community projects and supports individuals in finding volunteering roles. This includes specific projects such as assisting Ukrainian refugees and improving wellbeing for Acton Connect users. They have been active in Ealing for over 30 years and Hounslow since 2012.
Enfield Voluntary Action supports and develops local voluntary and community organisations in Enfield to improve life for its residents. It operates Volunteer Centre Enfield, helping hundreds of local people find volunteering roles annually. The organisation secures grants and partnership funding for community projects, offers development and funding advice, networking opportunities, financial management, accounting support, and assistance with recruiting and managing volunteers for groups within the borough. It also runs training, workshops and events to support these groups. Enfield Voluntary Action represents the voluntary sector on local strategic bodies.
The Esmée Fairbairn Foundation is a major UK grant-making organisation that supports projects focused on improving the natural world, fostering a fairer future, and strengthening communities. It provides grants and social investments to a wide range of organisations across the UK. The foundation aims to help local people build vibrant, confident places where they can fulfil their creative, human and economic potential. This includes supporting initiatives that address social justice, anti-racism, and equality of access to arts and culture, while also working towards ecological restoration and protection.
Community Action Sutton is a registered charity that supports, develops, and promotes other charities, community groups, and faith organisations within the London Borough of Sutton. The organisation provides expert advice and guidance on various topics, including setting up charities, governance, and financial management. It also offers paid services such as training, payroll, and community accountancy. Community Action Sutton advocates for Sutton charities, coordinates forums and networks, and shares news and information to empower and strengthen local communities. They also lead the Together for Sutton partnership, providing free advice and support to residents. Membership is free for local organisations.
Richmond Carers Centre provides free and confidential information, advice and emotional support to unpaid carers in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It supports both adult carers and young carers aged 5-18, and collaborates with local organisations and professionals. Services include support groups, workshops, wellbeing services, signposting, referrals, counselling, and help with funding applications. The organisation aims to be a gateway to direct support and information for carers, ensuring their needs are better understood and met. It is dedicated to supporting individuals who care for partners, friends, relatives or neighbours who cannot manage without help, often due to illness, disability, or mental health conditions.
The London Community Foundation works with donors to invest in small, local charities and community groups across London. It aims to improve the lives of disadvantaged people in the city by providing grants. The foundation has awarded over £134 million in grants, with an average grant size of £12,124. Forty-one percent of its funding is focused on children and young people. The organisation supports community groups by channelling funds to their work and connecting them with funders. It offers options for personal and corporate giving, and individuals can fundraise for the foundation.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline, operated by the charity Refuge, provides confidential and non-judgmental support for women experiencing domestic abuse. It offers a freephone, 24-hour helpline, a live chat service, and support in British Sign Language (BSL). Advisers help callers understand their options, develop safety plans, and can assist in finding refuge places or other specialist services. The helpline supports women across the UK and has a registered address in London, ensuring its services are accessible within the capital.
Waltham Forest Community Hub brings local people together and provides support for residents who may be isolated. Its activities include employability support, youth services such as the Future Creators Programme, a seniors’ club, housing advice and community events. The organisation also offers volunteering opportunities and venue hire in Waltham Forest.
Newham District Foodbank is a community food bank with three locations in East London, specifically operating in the E16 and E6 areas. The organisation provides practical support to local residents facing hunger by distributing emergency food parcels. It operates using a voucher referral system to ensure assistance reaches those most in need. The food bank relies on community support for food, volunteering, and financial contributions to cover operational costs. It is part of the Trussell Trust network and aims to combat UK hunger in its local area.
FOUR PAWS UK is a global animal welfare organisation dedicated to protecting animals under direct human influence. It reveals suffering, rescues animals in need, and works towards a world where humans treat animals with respect. The organisation runs campaigns such as #FurFreeBritain and End the Dog & Cat Meat Trade, and addresses topics like companion animals, farmed animals, and wild animals. It supports various sanctuaries worldwide and operates a rapid response service for animals in crises. FOUR PAWS UK is based in London and encourages public involvement through sponsorship, appeals, and volunteering.
Elfrida Rathbone Camden is a registered charity based in Camden that supports young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and their families. While its Leighton College provision is closing, the wider charity continues its valuable work in the local community. They offer services such as Young People for Inclusion, support for parents and families including Creative Therapy, and the Kentish Town Community Champions programme. They serve their local Camden community by providing direct support and advocating for accessibility and inclusion.
Hackney CVS supports voluntary and community sector organisations in Hackney and the City of London. It aims to amplify their voices, connect and collaborate, and help them access resources to thrive. The organisation works to challenge health and social inequalities by supporting local non-profit groups. Key initiatives include Hackney Giving, which distributes funding to grassroots charities, and projects focused on older people. Hackney CVS also provides office space and offers training and events.
St. Agatha's Church is a welcoming Roman Catholic parish located in Kingston upon Thames. It serves its local community by offering religious services, sacraments, and fostering a faith-based environment. The church hosts various parish groups, including a Youth Club, Children's Liturgy, and a Parish Men's Group, promoting community engagement and spiritual growth. The church encourages participation in Mass, prayer groups like the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet, and offers preparation for sacraments such as Baptism and Marriage. It aims to be a family of faith where people can gather, support one another, and connect with Catholic teachings.
Metro GAVS, also known as Greenwich Action for Voluntary Service, is the Council for Voluntary Service for the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It provides strategic leadership and capacity building support for voluntary, community, and faith-based organisations in Greenwich. The organisation offers training, advice, and resources to local non-profits, helping them improve governance, management, and funding. It also works to amplify the voice of the sector and fosters partnerships. Membership is open to not-for-profit organisations working for the benefit of Greenwich residents, or those registered within the borough. Services include support for setting up organisations, e-bulletins, reduced training fees, and one-to-one advice.
Havering Volunteer Centre (HVC) is a registered charity that acts as a central hub for volunteering in the London Borough of Havering. It connects individuals seeking to volunteer with organisations needing support, offering a range of volunteering opportunities. HVC also provides various community services including a check-in and chat befriending service, a sensory garden, and support for accessing foodbank vouchers. The centre aims to build communities through volunteering, facilitate skill development, and assist individuals in securing employment.
Voices of Hope is a charity based in Kingston upon Thames, extending its reach into South West London. It supports individuals with complex physical and mental health issues, families facing food insecurity, women who have experienced abuse, and the elderly. The organisation aims to restore people by offering hope, practical support and emotional equipping through creative and inspiring projects. It focuses on Creative Arts, Food, and Women's Services, working to improve physical and mental health within the community and beyond.
Kingston Charitable Foundation, also known as Kingston Giving, is a charity dedicated to building a resilient community in Kingston upon Thames. It supports local charities and volunteer organisations tackling inequalities through grants and resource sharing. The foundation focuses on creating opportunities and driving positive change within the borough, with a vision for everyone to thrive. It champions equity by supporting groups experiencing barriers, including communities experiencing racial inequity, people with disabilities, and LGBT+ individuals. The organisation provides grants to local charitable organisations and aims to unveil Catalyst Grants to empower individuals.
John Lyon's Charity is a grant-making organisation that supports children and young people up to the age of 25, or up to 30 for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. It serves nine boroughs in North and West London: Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea, and the Cities of London and Westminster. The charity's mission is to promote the life chances of children and young people through education, which it interprets broadly. Since 1991, it has distributed over £236 million in grants to organisations providing opportunities such as youth clubs, arts projects, emotional wellbeing initiatives, supplementary schools, parental support schemes, sports programmes, and academic bursaries. Around £15 million in grants are distributed annually.
City Bridge Foundation supports the people of London by awarding grants to charitable organisations across Greater London. It is also responsible for the maintenance of five Thames bridges: Tower, London, Southwark, Millennium, and Blackfriars. The foundation launched a new ten-year funding policy, Standing with Londoners, in March 2025. This policy focuses on four areas: Access to Justice, Climate & Environmental Justice, Economic Justice, and Racial Justice. Since 1995, the foundation has awarded over £900 million to organisations working to tackle inequality and injustice in London.
The Kensington + Chelsea Foundation works to improve lives and opportunities for disadvantaged and vulnerable people within Kensington and Chelsea. It identifies and supports local projects, operating as a community-led funder that invests in initiatives addressing mental health, skills and employment, and education outcomes. The foundation also manages specific funds like the Grenfell Tower Fund and the Earls Court Community Fund, demonstrating a direct focus on local issues and community needs within its designated borough.
Voluntary Action Harrow (VAH) is a worker-owned co-operative that supports the local community in Harrow. It provides information, training, and guidance to strengthen the not-for-profit sector and foster community action. VAH runs several programmes, including Harrow Giving, Healthy Harrow, Help Out Harrow, and Harrow Sustain It, which recycles electronics. The organisation aims to empower local projects, tackle health inequalities, promote volunteering, and enable digital inclusion for Harrow residents and local organisations. VAH works to develop a purposeful not-for-profit sector and supports marginalised groups within Harrow and the surrounding area.
Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC) supports and strengthens the voluntary and community sector within Kensington and Chelsea. It offers services to both residents and organisations, helping local groups develop their skills, knowledge, and resources. KCSC runs forums and networks to encourage collaboration among voluntary and community sector organisations in the borough. It also provides a directory of local organisations and self-care services. KCSC aims to amplify community voices and assist in making place, people, and community assets foundational to decision-making, particularly through its community engagement and development work. The organisation specifically focuses on the Kensington and Chelsea area.
Bexley Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) supports voluntary and community action in the London Borough of Bexley. As the Council for Voluntary Service, it acts as a central hub, providing advice, signposting, and influencing public sector decisions for local organisations and residents. BVSC assists groups with governance, development, and funding, and connects them with other community initiatives. It also supports individuals through services like social prescribing for adults and young people, health programmes, and volunteering opportunities, working to improve the quality of life for people in Bexley. BVSC helps identify and respond to unmet community needs.
Wallington Animal Rescue is a husband and wife run registered charity based in the London Borough of Sutton. They rescue and rehome cats and wildlife in need of a loving home, primarily covering Wallington, Sutton and Carshalton. Established in 2014, the organisation strives to reduce the population of homeless animals by providing support, advice on animal welfare, and promoting spay/neutering awareness. They operate a no-cage policy, relying on fosterers and specifically designed cat rooms at their rescue facility. The charity is self-funded and depends on public generosity to continue its work, rescuing and rehabilitating injured or neglected animals.
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