Charities
Portland is a specialist college, residential care provider and Centre of Excellence for Autism. We believe everyone with disabilities should have a lifetime of opportunity. We’re a safe and happy place that helps people to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. Our education and care programmes focus on three themes: independence, health and well-being and employability. Everyone has different needs, so we tailor our programmes for people to focus on achieving their goals, their way. Ofsted rates us as Outstanding and CQC rate us as Good, and we have won several awards for our wonderful provision. As well as being a national specialist college and residential care provider for people with physical and learning disabilities, Portland is also a Registered Charity As a charity, we rely on the generosity of people like you to help us continue developing our facilities and services. All of which benefit our learners, citizens and residents.
♦ Potential Plus UK is an independent membership charity supporting children and young people with high learning potential. ♦ Established in 1967 as the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), we have over 50 years of experience, expertise and understanding of high learning potential. ♦ Within our community, members find support for their unique challenges through access to our network of experts and peers. ♦ Many of our staff and trustees have lived experiences of high learning potential. Their passion, knowledge and understanding ensure we develop highly effective support and enrichment programmes. ♦ Our services include professional assessments, advice calls, comprehensive reports, and resources designed to empower parents to advocate for their child’s social, emotional and learning needs. ♦ We believe that all young people should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of background. For this reason, we work hard to provide services at low cost or fully funded whenever possible. ♦ Over the years we have helped to improve the lives of thousands of young people with high learning potential across the UK. But we know we can do more. With the support of our members and donors, we will continue to discover children’s potential, nurture their unique gifts and talents, and help them to thrive.
Practical Action is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. We find out what people are doing and help them to do it better. Through technology we enable poor communities to build on their skills and knowledge to produce sustainable and practical solutions- transforming their lives forever and protecting the world around them.