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Join us for our Pancake Day Race
Join our legendary Pancake Day Race on Shrove Tuesday, 17th February in Reading town centre raising funds to prevent homelessness.
Festive fundraising success
We’re thrilled to announce that collective fundraising activities over the festive season has brought in more than £60,000!
Hats off to the Mini Vinnies!
We were delighted to host a visit to our work and life skills centre with children from the English Martyrs Primary School in Reading who are known as the Mini Vinnies!
Carols by Candlelight raises more than £10,000
Latest news, Carols by Candlelight has raised more than £13,000 and is still climbing! We are delighted to announce that our much-loved Carols by Candlelight
Renters Rights Act
No fault evictions, also known as Section 21s, will be banned from 1 May 2026 meaning landlords must give a valid reason to regain possession of the property.
Join us for Carols by Candlelight
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Carols by Candlelight is a fantastic evening which kick-starts the festive season. And ticket sales support Launchpad.
Walkies success – big woofs all round!
Lots of dogs and their owners put their best paws forward for Launchpad in October and raised more than £2,600!
Changes at our work and life skills centre
Our Work and Life Centre on Cardiff Road has undergone some exciting changes, and with our new open-door policy, we’ve welcomed more attendees.
Supporting local students
Did you know that Launchpad is supporting local students with their Citizenship GCSE? We also offer talks and workshops to schools.