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Autism Unlimited exists to support and empower autistic children, adults and their families. They partner with them to find solutions and provide educational and life skills training. From bespoke education for children, to independent living skills and career guidance for adults, they ensure that everyone who comes for support finds a route to their goals and to a rich and fulfilled life. The charity manages Portfield School together with provision for 18-25 year olds through their ‘Futures’ programme. In addition, they have a Community Connect Service providing support and signposting to organisations who need assistance as well as CPD accredited autism awareness training available to businesses, organisations, parents and carers, and others.
The Brendoncare Foundation provides community support services designed to enrich the lives of older people, by combating loneliness, promoting independence, and fostering meaningful social connections. At their heart are Brendoncare Clubs, which include over 40 friendship and well‑being groups across Hampshire and Dorset, reaching roughly 1000 members. For those unable to attend in person, online social clubs provide accessible alternatives. Furthermore the charity offers a one-to-one telephone befriending service, and digital inclusion support helping older people with the challenges of getting online. Together, these services create vibrant, accessible networks that enhance emotional well‑being, build friendships, and enable older adults to live active, connected lives.
Dorset Healthcare Charitable fund is the charity for Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust. Dorset Healthcare runs a range of physical and mental health services both in the community and in Hospital settings. Donations will benefit our patients, visitors and staff.
Dorset Mind is one of more than 100 Local Minds providing essential mental health services in local communities across England and Wales. They work closely with colleagues across the voluntary sector and the NHS to provide cohesive local services. Even though they are part of a network, Dorset Mind is independently funded and relies on local fundraising and donations to continue. The primary aim is to create a community where living with and talking about mental health becomes acceptable for everyone.
Each year Dreamflight supports 192 children aged between 8 – 14 years old from the UK who have a serious illness or disability to travel to Orlando, Florida for the holiday of a lifetime. The trip gives children the opportunity to develop independence, build their self-confidence and gain a new outlook on life. For those children who are not suitable for our Orlando holiday, we also offer shorter UK trips to fully accessible activity sites. Many Dreamflight children return from the trip and start to look past their illness or disability for the first time.
The UK’s leading charity for all those affected by endometriosis, determined to ensure that everyone gets prompt diagnosis and the best treatment and support. The organsiation works hard to break down barriers to access - whether information, treatment or support - wherever endometriosis impacts on lives.
Harlee's Angels is a charity which has been set up to offer assistance to parents/guardians of a child up to the age of 17 who has died due to sudden death, accident or unexpected/undiagnosed illness. They provide finanical assistance and private counselling. Money raised helps towards their objectives to continue offering financial support to families.
A small, passionate, user-led charity working tirelessly to support children and families living with paediatric hydrocephalus. A life threatening brain cancer which affects 1 in every 770 babies born eacy year. The organisation's mission is to increase awareness, champion better treatment and campaign for improved detection.
A mental health charity that uses the training of assistance dogs to change the lives of young people and adults dealing with autism and/or a range of mental health conditions or physical disabilities. This is done via the training and socialisation of assistance dogs. Monies raised helps to support more families with life changing dogs.
For 30 Years Home Start Wessex provides support to vulnerable and disadvantaged local families with at least one child under five. Their mission is to give children the best possible start in life by supporting the family and growing their confidence and strengthening their links with the community.
Set up in 2008 in memory of Lieutenant John Thornton RM who was tragically killed in Afghanistan while serving with 40 Commando Royal Marines. His Foundation's mission is to inspire and support young people to "climb as high as they can dream" by offering scholarships and bursaries for their training and personal development. Operating with no paid staff or premises, they ensure that maximum funds go directly to supporting young futures. Since inception, awards have been made to over 2,500 young people and 200 school/group projects have been supported.
For half a century, Kidney Care UK has stood alongside and supported kidney patients and their families. What started as one mother’s mission – Elizabeth Ward’s fight for her son Timbo and others like him – has become the UK’s leading kidney patient support charity.
The Kirsty Louise Streek Foundation is a grant giving charity. The primary aim is to specifically raise money to grant to organisations supporting Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer and Sarcoma. They also provide grants for individuals with cancer who need support with better quality wigs, wig styling, hair care and beauty treatment, to ensure Cancer patients have the confidence to enjoy their lives.
Established in 1965, Margaret Green Animal Rescue is the oldest and largest animal rescue charity founded in Dorset. Every year they care for over 1,200 animals, many of which have been abandoned, unwanted and ill-treated, and rehome them to loving owners. With centres in Devon and Dorset, they always have a large variety of animals that are looking for new, loving homes. These include dogs, cats, rabbits, donkeys, goats, horses and pigs to name just a few. The charity recieves no government funding and relies heavily on the support of the public to carry out our work.
Improves access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND, whilst working towards finding a cure.
MYTIME Young Carers are dedicated to supporting young carers across the UK - children and young people who selflessly care for a loved one, often with little recognition or support. These incredible young people juggle school, friendships, and their own wellbeing which can leave them feeling isolated and overwhelmed. At MYTIME, we work to level the playing field, ensuring young carers have the same opportunities as their peers. Through their programmes, they empower their beneficiaries with skills, confidence, and a sense of community, reminding them that they are valued, supported, and never alone.
Smile 4 Wessex provides charitable support to the Wessex Neurological Centre in Southampton. Their fundraising appeal enhances the range and quality of patient care and sponsor pioneering research.
The CRUMBS Project, based in Bournemouth, empowers adults with physical, learning, and social needs by providing hospitality, catering, and life skills training. Institute of Hospitality-endorsed courses in Food Production & Service, Housekeeping, Administration, and Digital Skills are offered to up to 30 adults a year, including those with disabilities, neurodivergences, mental health conditions, stabilised addicitons, or acquired brain injuries. More than 90% of trainees secure employment, gaining increased confidence, self-esteem, and independence.
The Good Grief Trust is the UK’s leading bereavement network, with 1000+ charities and support services under one umbrella. Offering immediate access to a choice of tailored bereavement support, for anyone grieving, across the UK
