News
You can read all the latest Launchpad stories and news here and keep-up-to date with what is going on.
Lizzie’s incredible journey
Reading resident Lizzie Findley has taken on the incredible journey of walking the Portuguese Way of the Camino de Santiago to raise funds for Launchpad.
Pancake Race 2025 – thank you Reading!
Pancakes & Sunshine = broad smiles on Broad Street! Reading’s Broad Street saw a flurry of pancakes on Shrove Tuesday as Launchpad’s 27th annual Pancake
Update on refurbishment of our drop-in service
Back in December we announced our exciting re-development plans for The Stables – the home of our drop-in service in Reading just off Friar Street.
Julia to run London Marathon
Training is going well for first time marathon runner Julia Weber who is taking part in this year’s London Marathon and raising funds for Launchpad.
Christmas appeal latest
We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has been generous with their support over the festive period when money can be tight.
Renters’ Rights Bill update
We were pleased that The Renters’ Rights Bill had its third reading in the House of Commons and is now with the House of Lords.
High five to Harvey!
A personal trainer and yoga teacher from Sonning Common has raised (quite literally) more than £5,000 for Launchpad in a sponsored pull-up session.
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.