Neighbourly

23/07/2025

When it comes to making a difference, local really does matter.

Research shows that 81% of people trust local charities, compared with 63% for national charities, and 41% for international ones.

And it’s no surprise.

Local charities are deeply rooted in their communities. They understand the challenges, know the people and are often the first to respond when help is needed most.

That’s why at Neighbourly, we champion grassroots causes doing vital work on the ground – because global change starts locally.

22/07/2025

Our AI knowledge-share campaign has been designed in partnership with Microsoft for non-technical people working in small charities and community organisations.

It could not be easier to get started with AI tools!

Join our next AI Basics webinar on THURSDAY 24th JULY at 11am for a short, practical session which is easy to fit into your day💻

Sign up now > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lPZs80

We look forward to seeing you there💙

21/07/2025

Food banks are more than just emergency support – they’re a vital safety net for individuals and families facing impossible situations.

Take The BESOM in Camberley who go the extra mile (literally) to support people in need across Camberley, delivering not just food, but care straight to people’s doors.

Their donations cover essentials like:
🥫 Tinned and ambient groceries
🍼 Baby food, formula and nappies
🧼 Hygiene and cleaning products
🐶 Pet food

Because when someone’s in crisis, every item matters. Support via Neighbourly > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lPY7R0

18/07/2025

🌟 Feel Good Friday 🌟

We're sending you into the weekend with some heartfelt feedback from one of the amazing good causes in our network, Hightown Community Resource Centre who collect surplus products from their local Lidl GB store 🍎🥖

“We just wanted to say a massive THANK YOU for all of the fruit, veg and bakery items we collect from you to be distributed free to our local community.”

Moments like this show the real impact of food redistribution — cutting waste and helping families try new things together. Thanks to Lidl and all our brilliant community partners for making this possible!

17/07/2025

"Every journey begins with a single step."

This powerful video from The Brick which helps people in Wigan and Leigh, shows what it means to offer a holistic approach to supporting people in need. Not just meeting their immediate needs, but empowering them to build a future.

With compassion, courage and community at its core, The Brick goes beyond shelter, supporting people with healthcare, skills, employment and more. It’s a whole-person, whole-journey approach to ending poverty and homelessness.

We're proud to have them as part of the Neighbourly network. 💪

🎥 Watch > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lPQR70

Be inspired, and find out how to support them here > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lPQYq0

We’re thrilled to share our film, created by Big Picture Charity Films and gifted by the Matthew Good Foundation! This inspiring short film highlights the vi...

15/07/2025

Today is so we're encouraging our network to use social media to make a difference in the world by promoting charitable giving🤝🫶

Our message, today and every day, is to support local, not just national or global.

Here’s 3 ways to help a good cause in your community today:
1️⃣ Share their story
2️⃣ Donate what you can
3️⃣ Volunteer an hour this week

Use your scroll for good.

14/07/2025

💬 “I would describe Ella’s as a big happy family who always support each other no matter what. There should be more Ella’s in the world.”

When someone who’s survived trafficking and exploitation shares words like these, it really makes you pause and think.

At Ella's providing safe homes for women at their most vulnerable isn’t just about shelter - it’s about surrounding them with care, dignity, and the support they need to rebuild their lives.

This kind of work is life-changing. And it’s happening quietly, every day, thanks to people who give their time, funding and skills to help.

But Ella’s can’t do it alone.

Learn more about the incredible work they do, and how you can support, here 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lK1CK0

10/07/2025

Yet to start using AI to make your organisation more efficient?

Not sure where to start?

💻Join our next AI basics webinar for FREE on THURSDAY 24TH JULY at 11am! Sign up here > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lGCPt0 💻

The webinar has been designed for non-technical people working in small charities and community organisations, and will also be useful to anyone who wishes to run their own session as part of their volunteering time with Neighbourly.

What will be covered?

- Understanding what AI is and how it works
- How AI could support your work and save you time
- Giving you the confidence to start conversations and share your knowledge with others!

We look forward to seeing you there💙

09/07/2025

🚨52% of charities have seen food and product donations decrease over the last 3 months.

At a time when more people than ever are turning to local good causes for help, this decline is deeply concerning. From food banks and community fridges to baby banks and homelessness services, many are being forced to stretch dwindling resources even further.

Through Neighbourly, businesses can support these frontline services directly — with food, products, funds, and volunteer time. Get in touch with our team to get on board.💙

08/07/2025

What happens when you give isolated people a place to grow?

At EmpoweringFutures the answer is: confidence, connection — and community leadership.🧑‍🤝‍🧑

"From not leaving their bedroom, isolated, won't talk to anybody, to being out in the community being positive, engaging, socialising and then supporting someone else who they recognise as where they were a year ago"

This is a recurring story at Empowering Futures in Gloucester, who use their biodiverse green space to support and educate people with complex disabilities and long-term health issues.

Find out more about this good cause by watching their film below, and support their mission via Neighbourly 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lzWTh0

04/07/2025

"It's not only hard physically, it's also hard emotionally"😰

Across the UK, 1 in 4 children are leaving primary school unable to read at a secondary school level, impacting their lives both physically and emotionally as they struggle to adjust to a higher level of education.✍️

Explained in this hand-drawn comic strip style video from ABC to read is the importance of volunteers who can support children during this time and help them to improve their reading skills.

Have you got the time to give back to the next generation and help a child to read? 📖 You can support their cause via the Neighbourly platform 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lw7Bx0

02/07/2025

🌟 We’re honoured that Neighbourly was presented with The Lord Mayor’s Award at the Lord Mayor’s Tech Scale-Up Event on Monday.

Chosen by Lord Mayor Alastair King, the award recognises Neighbourly as a tech business making exceptional impact while continuing to scale and grow.

A huge thank you to the City of London Corporation and Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT) for hosting such a brilliant event. We’re proud to be part of a tech sector that’s working to build a more sustainable and inclusive UK, and incredibly grateful for this recognition of our mission to connect businesses with the communities that need them most. 💙