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So I know a lot of us are probably a bit stuck on what to do during lockdown and are maybe wondering how we could help even in the tiniest way. I know I've been feeling that way so I did some research and decided to make a thread on charities that you could donate to to help
Obviously we're not all able to do this so don't feel pressured to take action, you're doing well if you're able to just look after yourself. I'm going to list some links to charities below and as I said I've researched them but I recommend you do too if you have the time.
I haven't listed every charity obviously so please feel free to look for others too or make you're own list and share :) . I don't have the biggest following so you're also welcome to either share my thread or copy some of the links I've put below and share them yourself.
1. https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/coronavirusfund/
The Community Foundation is looking to fund local charities and organisations aiming to help older people and vulnerable groups affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Community Foundation is looking to fund local charities and organisations aiming to help older people and vulnerable groups affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2. https://nationalemergenciestrust.org.uk/coronavirus
The National Emergencies Trust are working with the British Red Cross to fund local charities and grassroots organisations. These organisations are helping people most in need during these crises.
The National Emergencies Trust are working with the British Red Cross to fund local charities and grassroots organisations. These organisations are helping people most in need during these crises.
3.
https://theatresupport.info/
I have already tweeted about this but this site lists several charities that you could donate to in relation to theatre and people working in the arts who may be struggling at the moment.
https://theatresupport.info/
I have already tweeted about this but this site lists several charities that you could donate to in relation to theatre and people working in the arts who may be struggling at the moment.
4. https://donate.ageuk.org.uk/public/donate.aspx?content=coronavirus-b&maxy=b
Due to over 70s being most at risk and self isolating, the services provided by Age UK are very active at the moment. Therefore Age UK is aiming to raise money to continue to reassure and support older people.
Due to over 70s being most at risk and self isolating, the services provided by Age UK are very active at the moment. Therefore Age UK is aiming to raise money to continue to reassure and support older people.
5. https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/fundraising-appeals/donate-samaritans-emergency-appeal-coronavirus-ppc/?gclid=CjwKCAjw4KD0BRBUEiwA7MFNTQAujAK26WVvk5bV_fy1U-9d6hImmMuT2hY6_UKlCKyWGtHQRo483BoCIIkQAvD_BwE
The Samaritans are being challenged by this situation much like other organisations and charities; however, many of us will find ourselves having mental health struggles in these trying times.
The Samaritans are being challenged by this situation much like other organisations and charities; however, many of us will find ourselves having mental health struggles in these trying times.
6. https://www.homeless.org.uk/about-us/donate
Homeless Link are looking to keep homelessness services informed during the pandemic and respond to those facing homelessness. The donation page lists what your money will go towards including research into homelessness and helping rough sleepers.
Homeless Link are looking to keep homelessness services informed during the pandemic and respond to those facing homelessness. The donation page lists what your money will go towards including research into homelessness and helping rough sleepers.
7. https://www.launchpadreading.org.uk/donate
I have put my local branch here, Launchpad Reading, but using the website you can find your local branch. Launchpad aim to help homeless people and people at risk of homelessness. Response to COVID-19: https://www.launchpadreading.org.uk/about-us/press-and-media/ceo-blog/
I have put my local branch here, Launchpad Reading, but using the website you can find your local branch. Launchpad aim to help homeless people and people at risk of homelessness. Response to COVID-19: https://www.launchpadreading.org.uk/about-us/press-and-media/ceo-blog/
8. https://www.mind.org.uk/donate?gclid=CjwKCAjw4KD0BRBUEiwA7MFNTTNNTMfaT5zkhG0ivHYauqatcRSfVAxW4mlA2HeiupV5dbiP2S4_cxoCNcIQAvD_BwE
Mind is a mental health charity and are aiming to continue to support people during the pandemic. Many people may find it hard having a change of routine, staying at home and isolating from others. The mind website has laid out strategies in coping.
Mind is a mental health charity and are aiming to continue to support people during the pandemic. Many people may find it hard having a change of routine, staying at home and isolating from others. The mind website has laid out strategies in coping.
9. https://www.justgiving.com/mvsc
Merton Giving is an organisation based in the London area and are offering financial support to charities and frontline organisations working locally to support isolated households and those at risk of COVID-19. Organisations need to support volunteers.
Merton Giving is an organisation based in the London area and are offering financial support to charities and frontline organisations working locally to support isolated households and those at risk of COVID-19. Organisations need to support volunteers.
10. https://www.sueryder.org/donate
Sue Ryder offer palliative, neurological and bereavement support for those that need it. They fund specialist centres, home support and nurses. COVID-19 has put significant strain on their funding and they desperately need money to keep operating
Sue Ryder offer palliative, neurological and bereavement support for those that need it. They fund specialist centres, home support and nurses. COVID-19 has put significant strain on their funding and they desperately need money to keep operating
Thank you if you have read this thread & read any of the websites. Feel free to comment below any charities you know of that I haven't mentioned/make a thread of your own and share. This took a few days to research and compile but if you'd like another list then let me know :)
I hope this was helpful. Please reach out for support if you need it.
