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Homelessness prevention charity in Reading. https://launchpadreading.org.uk/
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We'd like to say a HUGE thank you to shoppers in @Primark Reading for donating more than 100 items as part of their in-store Giving Tree initiative which Primark have generously matched. Items include thermal items, socks, jumpers, duvet covers, underwear, pyjamas and slippers.
December 15, 2025 at 2:22 PM
We'd like to say a HUGE thank you to shoppers in @Primark Reading for donating more than 100 items as part of their in-store Giving Tree initiative which Primark have generously matched. Items include thermal items, socks, jumpers, duvet covers, underwear, pyjamas and slippers.
Extinction Rebellion to hold ‘Crisis Carols’ event in aid of Launchpad on Saturday rdg.today/extinction-r... and we will be holding a tombola in @BroadStreetMall while Rivarate Choir will sing and collect for us at Caversham Precinct at 10:30am.
Extinction Rebellion to hold ‘Crisis Carols’ event in aid of Launchpad
SUPPORTERS of Extinction Rebellion will be singing ‘Crisis’ carols in Reading in aid of a local charity tackling homelessness.Supporters of
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December 11, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Extinction Rebellion to hold ‘Crisis Carols’ event in aid of Launchpad on Saturday rdg.today/extinction-r... and we will be holding a tombola in @BroadStreetMall while Rivarate Choir will sing and collect for us at Caversham Precinct at 10:30am.
If you're Christmas shopping in Primark, Reading, please have a look at the Giving Tree which will support vulnerable people in the town. Pick a gift to donate as you shop, take it to the till to pay, drop it at the donation point and Launchpad will distribute to clients. 🎁
December 5, 2025 at 11:22 AM
If you're Christmas shopping in Primark, Reading, please have a look at the Giving Tree which will support vulnerable people in the town. Pick a gift to donate as you shop, take it to the till to pay, drop it at the donation point and Launchpad will distribute to clients. 🎁
Carols by Candlelight was truly magical this year and we would like to thank every single person who supported the event in some way because you have enabled us to raise a fantastic £10,000 (and counting!) for vulnerable people in Reading. launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-ca...
Carols by Candlelight raises more than £10,000
We are delighted to announce that our much-loved Carols by Candlelight event, held on Tuesday 2 December at Reading Town Hall, was a resounding success – Christmas has officially begun in Reading foll...
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December 4, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Carols by Candlelight was truly magical this year and we would like to thank every single person who supported the event in some way because you have enabled us to raise a fantastic £10,000 (and counting!) for vulnerable people in Reading. launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-ca...
This is Mark's story. youtu.be/Kys-Z5AOtXY
Launchpad Christmas Appeal 2025
YouTube video by Launchpad Reading
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December 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
This is Mark's story. youtu.be/Kys-Z5AOtXY
Huge thanks to @Tesco Stronger Starts campaign and everyone who voted for Launchpad in store! We have just received £1,500 which will go towards running our drop-in service. 🙏
December 2, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Huge thanks to @Tesco Stronger Starts campaign and everyone who voted for Launchpad in store! We have just received £1,500 which will go towards running our drop-in service. 🙏
Today's the day! Our fantastically festive Carols by Candlelight is tonight - online ticket sales have stopped but there are some tickets available on the doors which open at 5pm. Concert starts at 6pm at Reading Town Hall. Choirs performing are The Tonyx and Universal Voices. 🕯️
December 2, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Today's the day! Our fantastically festive Carols by Candlelight is tonight - online ticket sales have stopped but there are some tickets available on the doors which open at 5pm. Concert starts at 6pm at Reading Town Hall. Choirs performing are The Tonyx and Universal Voices. 🕯️
Carols by Candlelight is tomorrow! To make sure you don't miss out, buy your ticket today, or we should have some available on the door tomorrow from 5pm. launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-candlelight-2025/
Carols by Candlelight 2025
Reading's Favourite Christmas concert is back - supporting Launchpad's work in the town, book your tickets now!
launchpadreading.org.uk
December 1, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Carols by Candlelight is tomorrow! To make sure you don't miss out, buy your ticket today, or we should have some available on the door tomorrow from 5pm. launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-candlelight-2025/
We’re thrilled to announce we have received £4,000 from the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Community Fund to support ex-offenders rebuilding their lives after prison who come to our Work and Life Skills Centre.
@ThamesVP
@ThamesVP
November 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
We’re thrilled to announce we have received £4,000 from the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Community Fund to support ex-offenders rebuilding their lives after prison who come to our Work and Life Skills Centre.
@ThamesVP
@ThamesVP
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐬 and 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬. We might be a little bit biased, but we can't think of a better way to start celebrating Christmas. We'd love to see you next week - please buy your tickets today... launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-ca... #carols #readinguk #christmas2026
November 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐬 and 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬. We might be a little bit biased, but we can't think of a better way to start celebrating Christmas. We'd love to see you next week - please buy your tickets today... launchpadreading.org.uk/carols-by-ca... #carols #readinguk #christmas2026
Just 11 days until our heartwarming Carols by Candlelight Concert at Reading Town Hall - tickets are selling fast, make sure you don't miss out! Thank you to everyone who has already bought one.
Carols by Candlelight 2025 | Launchpad Reading
I have just registered for Launchpad\'s Carols by Candlelight event 2025 Why not join me for an evening of festive fun...
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November 21, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Just 11 days until our heartwarming Carols by Candlelight Concert at Reading Town Hall - tickets are selling fast, make sure you don't miss out! Thank you to everyone who has already bought one.
If you do any of your shopping online, please consider sign up (free) to Give As You Live - a free and easy way to raise money for Launchpad when you shop online with 6,000+ stores. 🎁
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November 15, 2025 at 4:12 PM
If you do any of your shopping online, please consider sign up (free) to Give As You Live - a free and easy way to raise money for Launchpad when you shop online with 6,000+ stores. 🎁
https://f.mtr.cool/hluydbciol
https://f.mtr.cool/hluydbciol
We need volunteers! Join Launchpad and help make a difference: https://f.mtr.cool/ituijyypgm
#VolunteerWithUs #LaunchpadReading #RdgUK #Charity
#VolunteerWithUs #LaunchpadReading #RdgUK #Charity
November 14, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We need volunteers! Join Launchpad and help make a difference: https://f.mtr.cool/ituijyypgm
#VolunteerWithUs #LaunchpadReading #RdgUK #Charity
#VolunteerWithUs #LaunchpadReading #RdgUK #Charity
We may be enjoying mild weather right now, but as a homeless charity we are always thinking about anyone who is on the streets when the temperature drops. Thanks to @Oracle for donating items for SWEP (severe weather emergency protocol) so we are prepared this winter.
November 7, 2025 at 9:56 AM
We may be enjoying mild weather right now, but as a homeless charity we are always thinking about anyone who is on the streets when the temperature drops. Thanks to @Oracle for donating items for SWEP (severe weather emergency protocol) so we are prepared this winter.
Launchpad is supporting local students with their Citizenship GCSE. Other schools in the area have taken part in similar workshops, even if not directly linked to the GCSE, and held Big Sleep Outs.
Supporting local students
Did you know that Launchpad is supporting local students with their Citizenship GCSE? We also offer talks and workshops to schools. Did you know that Launchpad is supporting local students with their Citizenship GCSE? We also offer talks and workshops to schools.
f.mtr.cool
November 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Launchpad is supporting local students with their Citizenship GCSE. Other schools in the area have taken part in similar workshops, even if not directly linked to the GCSE, and held Big Sleep Outs.
Walkies! ends today - it has been fabulous!
October 31, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Walkies! ends today - it has been fabulous!
It's the penultimate day of Walkies, and Imogen has been taking part with her dog Wilbur. She said: "Every time we go into Reading I notice people sitting in the street and it makes me sad that they have no home ... we take what we have for granted, I just want to help them." ❤️
October 30, 2025 at 11:49 AM
It's the penultimate day of Walkies, and Imogen has been taking part with her dog Wilbur. She said: "Every time we go into Reading I notice people sitting in the street and it makes me sad that they have no home ... we take what we have for granted, I just want to help them." ❤️
We are so excited to welcome The Tonyx - female barbershop quartet to our Carols by Candlelight on Tuesday, 2 December. 🕯️
They will be joined by Universal Voices – a vibrant community choir for children aged 7–11.
Grab your tickets now! https://f.mtr.cool/episbhfejd
They will be joined by Universal Voices – a vibrant community choir for children aged 7–11.
Grab your tickets now! https://f.mtr.cool/episbhfejd
October 29, 2025 at 8:29 AM
We are so excited to welcome The Tonyx - female barbershop quartet to our Carols by Candlelight on Tuesday, 2 December. 🕯️
They will be joined by Universal Voices – a vibrant community choir for children aged 7–11.
Grab your tickets now! https://f.mtr.cool/episbhfejd
They will be joined by Universal Voices – a vibrant community choir for children aged 7–11.
Grab your tickets now! https://f.mtr.cool/episbhfejd
Changes at our work and life skills centre have seen an increase in footfall and even more partnership working. 👍
Check out what's been happening. 😀
https://f.mtr.cool/jlwnbmwiqz
#LifeSkills #Partnerships #HomelessnessSupport #RdgUK
Check out what's been happening. 😀
https://f.mtr.cool/jlwnbmwiqz
#LifeSkills #Partnerships #HomelessnessSupport #RdgUK
Changes at our work and life skills centre
Our Work and Life Centre on Cardiff Road has undergone some exciting changes, and with our new open-door policy, we’ve welcomed more attendees. Our Work and Life Centre on Cardiff Road has undergone some exciting changes, and with our new open-door policy, we’ve welcomed more attendees.
f.mtr.cool
October 28, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Changes at our work and life skills centre have seen an increase in footfall and even more partnership working. 👍
Check out what's been happening. 😀
https://f.mtr.cool/jlwnbmwiqz
#LifeSkills #Partnerships #HomelessnessSupport #RdgUK
Check out what's been happening. 😀
https://f.mtr.cool/jlwnbmwiqz
#LifeSkills #Partnerships #HomelessnessSupport #RdgUK
We welcome the news that The Renters' Rights Bill has become law, securing a fairer future for 11 million private renters in England. www.gov.uk/government/n...
October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
We welcome the news that The Renters' Rights Bill has become law, securing a fairer future for 11 million private renters in England. www.gov.uk/government/n...
We're entering the final week of Walkies! our October dog-walking challenge. Walk with pride this week Nala, Tiana, Rosie, Scout, Solomon, Marie, Rudi, Lewis, Poppy, Wilbur and both Milos 🐶
Visit https://f.mtr.cool/erbulndyal to support the dogs taking part. 🐾
Visit https://f.mtr.cool/erbulndyal to support the dogs taking part. 🐾
October 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
We're entering the final week of Walkies! our October dog-walking challenge. Walk with pride this week Nala, Tiana, Rosie, Scout, Solomon, Marie, Rudi, Lewis, Poppy, Wilbur and both Milos 🐶
Visit https://f.mtr.cool/erbulndyal to support the dogs taking part. 🐾
Visit https://f.mtr.cool/erbulndyal to support the dogs taking part. 🐾
Would you like to work for a charity that makes a huge difference in the local area supporting people who are homeless, or at risk of losing their home? We have a number of full and p/t roles at Launchpad.
Careers at Launchpad
Join Launchpad and you’ll do meaningful work every day and see first-hand the difference your efforts make to vulnerable people in Reading.
f.mtr.cool
October 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Would you like to work for a charity that makes a huge difference in the local area supporting people who are homeless, or at risk of losing their home? We have a number of full and p/t roles at Launchpad.