Your Charity.
Your Community.
Poole Communities Trust is a small , local charity with a mission to inspire change and help address disadvantage.To help us achieve this , we focus on four priorities:
- Bringing people together , increasing community participation and improving skills and confidence.
- Offering greater opportunities for children , young people and families.
- Reducing the impact of poverty through food support , advice services and access to publicly funded services.
- Ensuring we are a well run charity.
Our Projects
What We Do
Poole Communities Trust is a community led charity based in Poole, a large town on the Dorset coast. Whilst Poole is well known for its fabulous beaches and some successful businesses, there are also significant inequalities.
We focus our work in three key areas, each shaped by local needs and voices, providing opportunities, activities and support that bring people together.
Our work
Food store
Our community food stores provide affordable access to everyday essentials, from fresh produce and cupboard staples to household goods and baby items.
For a small weekly fee, members can choose from a wide selection while saving significantly on cost. More than just shops, the stores are welcoming spaces where people find support, build connections and build community.
Youth Offer
Our youth offer brings together a variety of activates, sports, and creative opportunities across our three target areas.
We run both weekly sessions as well as themed events all around the year. From our Chill Blast / Chill Vibe youth sessions, to street dance classes and football, we aim to appeal to all young people and provide something for everyone.
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteering is a core part of Poole Communities Trust, both in supporting our communities alongside helping individuals to learn new skills and gain valuable experience.
We offer a flexible range of roles to match your interests, from working in our food stores to supporting our cafes there is a role for everyone.
Latest News
New Donations to the Community Food Store
Thank you to the David Lloyd Fitness Centre in Poole for a large donation of drinks, snacks and protein bars to the Moor Community Food Store in Turlin Moor. If any other local businesses would like to make a donation please ring Mel on 0771 445 0180....
The Two Mel’s join the staff at Turlin Moor
Two of the Trust’s long-standing volunteers at Turlin Moor have now joined the staff . Mel Meadowcroft (left) is the Moor Community Food-Store Coordinator. Mel Lucas (right) is the Community Development Worker. Chris Beale, Chair of Trustees said:’ I am delighted...
Additional grant funding for the Moor Community Food Store
Huge thanks to 'Award for All' who have grant funded the Moor Community Food Store in Turlin Moor. Chris Beale , Chair of Poole Communities Trust said: "We are delighted to have received an additional grant of £9731. This will enable us to continue running our much...
