With specialist knowledge of social enterprise, community buildings and diversity/inclusion, we provide support to thousands of VCSE organisations.
organisations involved in our work in the last 3 months
With 72 years of rural experience from housing to village halls, we're passionate about ensuring access & opportunity for Hampshire's rural communities.
of Hampshire's communities
are rural
We listen to communities and support them to take action. We support local, place-based initiatives and help raise the voices of communities.
playing a critical role supporting
Hampshire’s communities
Since 2005, we've raised the voices of seldom heard communities, and led work on health inequalities, fuel poverty, social isolation and other inequities.
celebrating diversity and challenging inequity
We work collaboratively in support of strong, connected and equitable communities. We empower charities, social enterprises, community groups and purpose-driven businesses to share ideas, learn from one another and work together.
From our expertise in social enterprise and community buildings, to projects addressing rural development and health inequalities, we listen to Hampshire's communities and support them to thrive.
We believe in the leadership power of communities and champion local, place-based action. We seek to challenge inequality and to promote inclusion in all we do. We would love to hear from you - please get in touch!
We are delighted to announce that we recently received a 2026 Winchester Business Excellence Award for the Charity and Social Enterprise category.
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Many thanks for the sterling work you are doing on behalf of us all. I for one would be lost without it.
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