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Charities & support in Milton Keynes

Where to get help, who to turn to, and the local causes you can support or volunteer with across MK.

Milton Keynes is home to dozens of charities and support services. Browse by category — and if you run a local charity or community organisation, add it free.

Advice & support

Community Action: MK

The city's volunteering hub — matches residents to local volunteer roles and supports charities and community groups.

Advice & support

Citizens Advice MK

Free, independent, confidential advice on debt, benefits, housing, immigration and family matters.

Advice & support

MK Community Foundation

A grant-making charity funding local charities and community projects across Milton Keynes since 1986.

Poverty & housing

MK Food Bank

Emergency food and longer-term support for people in crisis across the city — and always in need of donations.

Health & disability

Willen Hospice

The adult hospice serving Milton Keynes, providing free specialist palliative and end-of-life care, funded largely by the community.

Health & disability

MK SNAP

Supports adults with learning disabilities to gain skills, confidence and independence.

Environment

The Parks Trust

Cares for MK's 6,000 acres of parks, woodland and lakes — and runs conservation days and outdoor volunteering.

Run a charity or community organisation in MK? Listing is free — click "Add your organisation" above. Every submission is checked before it goes live. More organisations are added as they're submitted.

Charities & support in Milton Keynes — FAQs

Where can I get help in Milton Keynes?

Citizens Advice MK for advice (debt, benefits, housing); MK Food Bank for emergency food and crisis support; Willen Hospice for specialist palliative care. Use the category filter above to find the right organisation.

How do I volunteer for a charity in Milton Keynes?

Community Action: MK is the city's volunteering hub and matches you to local roles, and The Parks Trust runs regular outdoor volunteering. Many charities here also take volunteers directly via their websites.

How do I add my charity or community organisation?

Click "Add your organisation", fill in the short form — it's free. Your listing is reviewed before it goes live.