Debt Awareness Week (18-24 March)
Debt can happen to anyone at any time and can quickly spiral out of control; it’s frequently mentioned when people come to Launchpad for help.
Gardening to foster good mental health
We’ve been running a gardening project at MERL (Museum of English Rural Life) to support men to improve their mental wellbeing.
Latest homelessness picture in England
Homelessness in England is on the rise, but there are glimmers of hope with the Renters Reform Bill.
Numbers seeking support continues to rise
More and more people are seeking support by visiting our free drop-in service and experiencing a wide range of issues.
Pancake Race brings broad smiles to Broad Street!
A total of £9,165 has been raised from our annual Pancake Race which saw 34 teams brave the weather and batter it out on Broad Street on Shrove Tuesday.
Thank you for all your support over Christmas!
Fantastic support over Christmas has brought in over £69,000 which allows us to support more people in the area who are homeless or facing homelessness.
Justin’s epic challenge!
Twyford man Justin Malin is running 496 miles for Launchpad in January in an epic challenge!
On your yolks, get set, go!
We’re egg-cited to announce that our legendary pancake race is back! Sign up today.
Cracking Christmas lunch
Staff and members were treated to a traditional Christmas dinner courtesy of Ikea Reading – and it was delicious!
Joyful start to Christmas
Hundreds of people enjoyed our annual magical musical evening, Carols by Candlelight at the magnificent Concert Hall in Reading which has raised a fantastic £13,000 and counting!