Annabel has been volunteering with Launchpad for five years in a number of different roles, and says she’ll volunteer for the rest of her life if she’s able to.

Max works in the supported housing team at Launchpad, our service which aims to break the cycle of homelessness by providing temporary homes with bespoke support.

Stella works in the housing team as an income and accounts officer, processing rent payments and managing arrears for Launchpad’s supported housing.

Ellie supports families and individuals who have somewhere to stay but are recognised as vulnerable with a housing issue, and says it’s inspiring to be able to walk alongside people on their life journeys.

Daniel is one of four volunteer trained counsellors at Launchpad, who offer clients a safe place to talk, free of charge. He has been volunteering with Launchpad since 2017.

Sharon built up Launchpad’s volunteers from 24 to 130 since she started working at the charity seven years ago and says the organisation could not function without the help of our volunteers.

Paul is responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of the supported housing we manage, as well as the security and safety of the properties – and says no two days are the same!

Vneeta is Launchpad’s solicitor and she works with clients to ensure they are treated lawfully by landlords, local authorities, housing associations and other agencies across Reading.

Amy was born and bred in Reading, and says that the flexibility of being a Micro Volunteer for Launchpad fits in really well around her full time job.