It’s no accident that HADCA's directory of community organisations is called Where to Turn, providing information on the network of voluntary groups and charities at the ready to help local residents (www.hadca.org.uk

Just like any business, charities must be financially viable. This can include selling products and services, whether via vast trading arms such as National Trust Enterprises or smaller local social enterprises such as Paperworks.

Charity shops have experienced a surge in donations and rising sales since reopening, but many shops are struggling to recruit enough new volunteers to fill gaps left by volunteers who have not returned following lockdown and to keep pace with the growing interest in buying second hand.

Our HADCA Impact Report gives some examples of how we have helped and connected communities, charities and volunteers over the last year.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 2021 AGM (both in person at Harrogate Community House and via Zoom) to look back over a year of change, connections and community.

Just over £45,000 was allocated to enable local organisations to restart activities in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Small Charity Week celebrates and raises awareness of the essential work of the UK’s small charity sector who make an invaluable contribution to the lives of millions of individuals, communities and causes across the UK and the rest of the world.

Frances Elliot, our Harrogate & District Community Action CEO, will receive an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List, in recognition of her services to the community during the Covid 19 pandemic.

Every year between 1 – 7 June we celebrate the positive difference volunteering makes to everyone involved. Volunteers’ Week highlights and recognises the contribution of people who share their time, passion, skills and enthusiasm to do something positive for local people and our places all

Like to know more about HADCA and our local voluntary sector?
Our free Introduction Session is an hour well spent if you’re interested in connecting with others to make Harrogate District a better place for everyone

Friends are like-minded people and organisations who wish to encourage charitable giving and gain support for THE LOCAL FUND for the Harrogate District.  A ‘Friend’ would act as an ambassador at events and meetings to encourage support for the Fund.