Campaigns making a difference in our local area

We’re committed to running projects which make a real difference, helping the local environment, local community & local economy. Just one donation to help multiple local charities delivering frontline services.

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The Giving Tree

Our flagship campaign connects chosen gifts to local people in need by collaborating with local charities, helping businesses and members of the public to become a Super Secret Santa.

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Summer Giving Appeal

Our Summer Giving Appeal brings businesses, charities and the wider Reading community together to provide practical support for local families – from summer essentials and supermarket vouchers to Back to School support, with the focus evolving as local needs change.

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Our connections…

Connect Reading has been instrumental in linking our charity with organisations that have not only generously donated gifts to our young members through The Giving Tree, but also connected us with contacts to help our strategic goals, fundraising, volunteers… plus an inspirational speaker for our employability project!

Carol Barnfather
Children & Young Peoples & Families Officer at Berkshire Vision