News
You can read all the latest Launchpad stories and news here and keep-up-to date with what is going on.
Entries open for legendary Pancake Race!
Join us for the annual Pancake Race on Shrove Tuesday and see teams in fancy dress batter it out for the coveted frying pan trophy!
Beavers help the homeless
Local Beaver group help the homeless by donating food and other goods as part of the SWEP (Severe Weather Emergency Protocol) initiative.
Exciting times ahead!
We are refurbishing The Stables, home of our drop-in service, making it a more comfortable and welcoming experience for people coming to drop-in, existing clients, and staff.
Carols by Candlelight
Carols by Candlelight this year has raised more than £17,000 which is a fantastic amount so thank you all!
New partnership with Savills
We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with the team at Savills Reading.
Mallory makes a splash!
A six-year-old girl has been making a splash for Launchpad throughout October after taking on an epic swimming challenge to raise funds for Launchpad.
Rise in demand for our services
Find out more about how Launchpad prevented homelessness in 2023/24, and see details of the rise in demand for our services. Our latest Impact Report also shows how your donations help.
Could you be a trustee?
Do you have skills you could share by becoming a trustee at Launchpad? We are currently in the process of recruiting new trustees for the Board.
Students sleep out
With World Homeless Day coming up on Thursday 10 October, now is the perfect time to plan Your Big Sleep Out.
Meet LunaLu and Sharon
Meet Miss LunaLu, a member of the Launchpad Walkies! team, and her owner Sharon. A few years ago LunaLu was a street dog before finding her forever home.