Our partners

The Bread & Butter Thing

The Bread-and-Butter Thing helps families and individuals access affordable, surplus food that would otherwise go to waste. By offering a range of nutritious groceries at a fraction of the usual cost, it supports local people in Maidstone and beyond, easing financial pressure and reducing food waste—all with dignity and community spirit.

Contact:
www.breadandbutterthing.org

Maidstone Climate Action

Maidstone Climate Action Network brings together local people, community groups, and organisations committed to tackling climate change and protecting our environment. We work collaboratively to promote practical, inclusive action for a greener, more sustainable Maidstone.

Making A Difference to Maidstone is a drop off hub for all un-wanted or broken electricals that can be repaired or disposed of sustainably.

Maidstone Repair Cafe

Maidstone Repair Café (Part of CAN) is a friendly community space where skilled volunteers help repair broken household items — from small electricals and bikes to clothing and furniture. By fixing instead of throwing away, we save money, reduce waste, and share valuable skills while bringing people together.

First Saturday of each month

10am-2pm

Market Buildings, Lockmeadow, ME16 8SF

Contact:

MaidstoneCAN@gmail.com

07402 549927

Everyone is welcome — get in touch to get involved.

Maidstone Borough Council

Maidstone Borough Council works to support local communities, protect the environment, and deliver essential services that help Maidstone thrive. Through partnership working and community engagement, the Council is committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient borough for current and future generations.

Contact:

maidstone.gov.uk

01622 602000

Maidstone House, King St, Maidstone ME15 6JQ

Neighbourly

Neighbourly is a community impact platform that connects businesses with local charities and community organisations to make positive change.

By redistributing surplus food, funding local projects, and supporting volunteering, Neighbourly helps strengthen communities and reduce waste across the UK.

Weald Radio

Weald Radio is a community radio station serving Maidstone and the surrounding areas, bringing local news, music, stories, and voices to listeners. It’s your go-to source for staying connected, informed, and entertained with a focus on community spirit and local culture.

Listern: https://www.wealdradio.co.uk/p...

Fusion Healthy Living Centre

Fusion Healthy Living Centre is a valued community partner of Making A Difference to Maidstone, dedicated to improving health, wellbeing, and social inclusion across Park Wood and the wider Maidstone area. As a trusted community hub, Fusion provides information, advice, support services, wellbeing initiatives, community activities, training opportunities, and social events that help people lead healthier, more connected lives. Their work focuses on reducing health inequalities, strengthening community connections, and supporting individuals and families facing a range of social, economic, and health challenges. Through their welcoming approach and commitment to empowering local residents, Fusion plays an important role in building a stronger, healthier Maidstone community.

We are proud to work alongside Fusion Healthy Living Centre to deliver collaborative projects and initiatives that make a positive difference to the lives of local people.

Maidstone Homeless Care

Maidstone Homeless Care is a long-established local charity dedicated to supporting people experiencing homelessness, hardship, and vulnerability across Maidstone. Since its beginnings in 1986, the organisation has provided practical assistance, compassionate support, and pathways towards greater independence for those facing some of life's most difficult challenges.

Through its Day Centre and wider services, Maidstone Homeless Care offers essential support including access to meals, showers, laundry facilities, clothing, advice, benefit support, help obtaining identification documents, accommodation assistance, healthcare services, and specialist signposting. Their person-centred approach helps individuals address immediate needs while working towards long-term stability and improved wellbeing.

As fellow organisations serving vulnerable members of our community, we value our partnership with Maidstone Homeless Care and the important role they play in supporting people affected by homelessness and hardship. Together, we share a commitment to ensuring that those in need can access practical help, dignity, hope, and opportunities to rebuild their lives

Blackthorn Trust

Blackthorn Trust is a valued partner of Making A Difference to Maidstone and a well-respected Health and Community Hub supporting people across Maidstone who are experiencing mental health challenges and long-term health conditions. Founded in 1986, Blackthorn provides a unique therapeutic environment where individuals can recover, develop new skills, build confidence, and improve their wellbeing through a combination of practical activities, specialist therapies, mentoring, and community support.

Set within beautiful grounds in Maidstone, Blackthorn offers a range of therapeutic workshops including gardening, cooking, crafts, woodwork, retail, and café-based activities, helping people reduce social isolation, gain practical skills, and move towards greater independence. Their holistic approach recognises that recovery involves more than simply treating symptoms and focuses on nurturing the whole person through meaningful activity, connection, and personal growth.

We are proud to work alongside Blackthorn Trust as we share a commitment to supporting vulnerable people within our community. Through partnership and collaboration, we can help ensure that individuals facing challenges receive the practical support, encouragement, and opportunities they need to rebuild confidence, improve wellbeing, and achieve positive outcomes.

Updated 15/07/26

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