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NelsonCommunity Foundation
Our Programmes

Connected Services. Lasting Change.

Hardship rarely affects only one part of a person’s life. Someone may need food today, emotional support tomorrow and help finding work or building a business in the future.

Integrated Progression Pathway
SupportStabiliseStrengthenProsperContribute
NCF-FDK
Support

Foodbank & Community Kitchen

Emergency food parcels, hot meals and practical support for individuals and families experiencing hardship.

Key Impact Indicator

24,464 hot meals & 2,908 food parcels provided in 2026 so far.

NCF-HSF
Support

Hardship Fund

Targeted financial assistance for individuals and families facing urgent or exceptional hardship.

Key Impact Indicator

£265,190 in financial support provided during 2026.

NCF-ANS
SupportStabilise

Ansaar Project

Practical guidance, advocacy and community support for refugees, asylum seekers and newly arrived families.

Key Impact Indicator

Supported more than 200 refugee and newly arrived families.

NCF-CNS
StabiliseStrengthen

Counselling

Confidential emotional and pastoral support for people experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, stress or personal difficulties.

Key Impact Indicator

Supported more than 500 people through counselling & pastoral care.

NCF-ADD
StabiliseStrengthen

Addictions Support

Compassionate, non-clinical support for individuals and families affected by addiction.

Key Impact Indicator

Integrated non-clinical guidance & family support pathways.

NCF-EMP
StrengthenProsper

Employment Coaching

One-to-one support to build confidence, prepare for work and move towards sustainable employment.

Key Impact Indicator

49 people moved into employment over a recent 3-month period.

NCF-PRP
StrengthenProsper

The Prosperity Hub

Business start-up support, mentoring and practical guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Key Impact Indicator

Supported the establishment of 3 new micro-enterprises.

NCF-GTH
Contribute

Good in the Hood

Volunteering, neighbourhood improvement and opportunities to contribute to local community life.

Key Impact Indicator

Mobilising resident action & neighbourhood transformation.

Guidance & Triage

Not sure where to begin?

You do not need to choose the right programme alone. Contact our team, tell us what you are experiencing and we will help you identify the most appropriate next step.

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