Faithworks Wessex
Faithworks Wessex (charity number 1108714) is a Christian nonprofit organisation operating in Dorset, England, focused on addressing crisis situations and social isolation through community partnerships. Established as a local charity, it employs practical projects to assist individuals experiencing homelessness, food poverty, financial hardship, and lone-parent challenges.

Mission and objectives
The charity’s stated mission is to ensure "no one need battle hard times on their own," aiming to eliminate homelessness, food insecurity, and loneliness. Its approach emphasizes building resilience by providing immediate aid while fostering long-term self-reliance through partnerships with local churches, councils, and other charities.

Core projects

• Homelessness outreach: Direct support for individuals facing homelessness, including emergency helplines and collaboration with shelters such as St Mungo’s.
• Food Bank+ network: Distribution hubs in Poole, Christchurch, Wimborne, and Blandford, integrated into the BCP Council’s Access to Food Partnership.
• Financial assistance: Guidance for those struggling with debt or unstable finances.
• SMILE project: Peer support and activities for lone parents, offering both online and in-person resources.

Operational approach
Faithworks Wessex emphasizes "journeying" with beneficiaries until they achieve stability, prioritizing listening, hope-building, and tailored action. It operates through community hubs intended to provide accessible support within 15 minutes of any local resident.

Governance and partnerships
The charity collaborates with statutory agencies, including BCP Council, to address systemic issues related to poverty and housing. Its volunteer-driven model leverages church networks to extend reach across Dorset.

[1] https://faith-works.org.uk [2] https://faith-works.org.uk/about-us/ [3] https://youth.europa.eu/volunteering/organisation/76699_sl [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4009570/charity-overview [5] https://www.fid.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/family-information-directory/directory/welfare-and-employment/housing-homelessness/advice-and-support/faithworks-wessex