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01. What we do
Our mission is to enable and develop
strong and vibrant communities throughout Buckinghamshire
We are the local experts for the charity and voluntary sector in Buckinghamshire, helping to build strong communities through our work with not-for-profit organisations, volunteers, and directly within communities throughout the county.
As a small local charity ourselves, we know the challenges being faced by not-for-profit organisations in the county. We also understand the difficulties faced by many in our communities. This unique insight means we can give tailored, relevant advice to groups and individuals involved in community action in Buckinghamshire.
As the local hub for community action in Buckinghamshire, we:
Advise local charities and voluntary groups on all aspects of running their organisation, offering tailored support, guidance and training
Help people find volunteering roles that match their preferences including location, type of role, interests, and time commitment
Provide essential services within the community which help people to stay connected and live independently
Build partnerships with key organisations and networks within Buckinghamshire and Thames Valley to facilitate cross-sector work on important issues such as healthcare and rural housing.
02. Our impact
We directly help hundreds of organisations and individuals each year, enabling them to support their local community through volunteer work or delivering essential services. By doing this, we indirectly support a wide range of causes and many thousands of people across the county.
Key highlights to our work during 2023/2024 include:
In summary, the Community Impact Bucks team:
- Advised and supported 470+ charities and not-for-profit organisations – helping them to be sustainable and support their beneficiaries
- Helped charities secure over £500,000 through the Bucks Funding Search – ensuring funding for current and new projects
- Placed 283 volunteers with organisations through our Bucks Volunteer Matching Service – placing them where they were most needed in the county
- Enabled 1800+ residents to live at home longer through our community services – providing support in the home and tackling social isolation
- Completed 4600 home maintenance and gardening tasks for at risk residents
- Supported 220 residents through our Transport Hub – helping callers to access local community transport schemes
03. Who we represent
As an independent charity, we are the representatives for the following professional bodies in Buckinghamshire.
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