Another life is possible
Every penny matters. When you make a one-off or regular donation, even if it’s a small amount, we’re able to provide life changing support to more people who need it. Whether it’s help and advice to keep someone’s recovery on-track, a place at one of our residential rehabs, support for families, a new job or a safe home.
We are so grateful for whatever support you can offer.
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How your donation helps
Thanks to the generosity of people like you, we’re able to provide support to more people who need it. Whether it’s help and advice to keep someone’s recovery on-track, a full-time place at our residential rehab, a new job or a safe home, donations ensure we can be there for those who really need us.
With your support, throughout 2022-2023...
Forward were able to support 22,000 individuals in community and prison settings
14,886 clients received assessments, stabilised their condition, and were given advice and guidance
13,867 clients built motivation and learned new skills and behaviours
5,081 clients found recovery or started jobs or tenancies
“I feel so grateful to The Forward Trust for giving me my life back, for believing in me and guiding me through my journey. I feel hopeful for my future, and my family are seeing first-hand the turnaround in my life. To be able to go from a dark place of rock bottom to a place of happiness and hope, for me this is a miracle.”
– Forward Trust service user, 2022
Choose how you'd like to give
There are so many ways you can help, whether that’s taking part in one of our challenges, hosting your own event or even getting donations for shopping online! Supporters like you empower people to break the cycles of addiction, crime, homelessness, and unemployment, to move forwards with their lives and build positive and productive futures.
We could not deliver our services without people like you.
Take on a challenge
Whether you're a seasoned runner, looking to take on your first 5k or want to face your fears with a skydive, we've got an event for you! Explore our wide range of challenges and find the perfect one for you.
Create your legacy
A Will is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever make. But it can also provide charities like us the much-needed funds to continue providing tools and skills to help people break the cycle of addiction and crime.
Give in memory
Celebrating a loved one through in memory giving is a truly special way to remember their life and is a lasting tribute. We hope you find comfort in supporting The Forward Trust in memory of someone special to you.
Become a regular supporter of The Forward Trust
By joining as a regular giver, you give us the confidence to plan ahead.
Start your regular donation today and help give someone the life they deserve
Other ways to get involved
Celebrate with us
A celebration like a birthday, graduation, or a wedding can be a great time to ask for donations instead of gifts. Make The Forward Trust part of your special day and mark the occasion by asking friends and family to donate to a cause close to your heart.
Host your own event
Picking what to do can sometimes be a challenge all by itself, so we have come up with a few suggestions for you to help get you started.
Volunteer
Volunteering at The Forward Trust can be life-changing. Gain work experience while helping people to move beyond addiction, offending and related issues.
Search our vacancies now.
Donate at no cost to you with easyfundraising
Did you know that whenever you buy online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for Forward Trust with easyfundraising?
There are over 8,000 retailers on board ready to make a donation – including eBay, Argos, John Lewis & Partners, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S – and it won’t cost you a penny extra to help us raise funds.
Step 1: Visit our easyfundraising partner page and join for free.
Step 2: Every time you shop online, go to easyfundraising first to find the site you want and start shopping.
Step 3: After you’ve checked out, the retailer will make a donation to Forward at no extra cost to you whatsoever!
There are no catches or hidden charges and we are really grateful for your donations. Thank you for your support.
Want to send a cheque?
To make a donation via cheque, please address it to The Forward Trust, accompanied by a short letter clearly stating it is a donation and if it is in reference to something specific, such as in memory of a loved one.
The Forward Trust, Unit 106, Edinburgh House, 170 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5DP
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170 Kennington Lane
London SE11 5DP
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