People renting property in the Reading area are feeling vulnerable; many face homelessness due to landlords issuing Section 21 no fault eviction notices or are struggling on this cost-of-living crisis.

Launchpad was one of five local charities to benefit from funds raised at the annual Reading Legal Walk, which this year raised more than £12,100.

The number of homeless people is climbing in the UK, and the risk of becoming homeless is even greater if you are  a member of the LGBTQ+ community.

Our work and life skills centre is a place where people can try new things, build their confidence and self esteem, take on small challenges and make friends.

Earlier this month our friends at Frasers Property UK in Reading held their own Big Sleep Out to raise funds for Launchpad.

Homewards is a new programme launched by Prince William which hopes to end homelessness. What does it mean for Launchpad?

Our allotments are looking fantastic and we hope they will provide a lot of fruit and vegetables for vulnerable people.

Millions of homeowners across the UK face being ‘rate squashed’ after news this week that the average two-year fixed rate mortgage has risen to more than 6% and the average five-year fixed mortgage rate deal has just increased to 5.67%.

Launchpad has been chosen by Reading City Football Club to be their first official charity ahead of the 23/24 Season.

Year 12 students from Highdown School held their own Big Sleep Out to raise funds for Launchpad.