Information for grantmakers

"This project enhances the quality of life of the people who are contributing to the project and it enhances their opportunity to make a special contribution to the life of our community."

"It provides a real social connection and some who travel independently there get to have gained travel skills. I like the fact that the project helps them to develop transferable skills for the world of work which is where our people tell us they want to be."

" I was impressed with the work Mencap Local project was doing and giving back to the community by training  and nurturing its users. Mencap Local is giving its users a sense of purpose and also a job which they would be overlooked by other garden companies due to their difficulties even though they could do the job."

We provide services for people with learning disabilities and their families, improving quality of life through the provision of services in three key areas:

- Horticultural therapy and skills training through our unique ‘Greenfingers’ project, based on allotment lands in an accessible central location
- Leisure, health and wellbeing clubs and activities
- Social support to promote independent living and mental wellbeing

We know we make a real difference to the physical and mental wellbeing of our service users – that’s why some of our customers have been with us for over 20 years!

In order to ensure our services remain accessible in times of unprecedented challenge, we are striving to keep our fees competitive and reduce operating costs wherever feasible.

Now more than ever your support can have a direct and significant impact on the vital work we do. Please explore ‘our stories‘ to see the difference your funding could make.

(Basingstoke Mencap is independent from and receives no funding from National Mencap.)

Thank you

"Basingstoke Mencap are extremely grateful for the grants received from our funding partners.

At a time of hardship for many, the funding we receive is vital in sustaining our work to support people living with a learning disability in Basingstoke.

My thanks goes to all of our wonderful supporters who continue to help us make a difference every day."

Cheryl Edwards

Chair

Our focus in 2022/23 was one of growth, resilience and sustainability. The generosity of our sponsors and donors enabled us to recruit additional staff, insulate key buildings (effecting significant reduction to heating bills), purchase essential equipment and enhance our leisure service portfolio.