The importance of charities in supporting wellbeing

Charities play a vital role in supporting individual and collective wellbeing. Whether it’s providing mental health support, promoting physical activity, creating social connections, protecting the environment, or offering emotional care, many charities work at the heart of communities to address essential human needs.

Through their services, campaigns, and advocacy, charities often bridge the gaps where public systems fall short. They offer safe spaces, critical resources, and inclusive programmes that nurture resilience, build confidence, and improve quality of life. From food banks to youth mentoring, environmental action to bereavement support, their work touches all five pillars of wellbeing.

Charities also create purpose — for volunteers, donors, and beneficiaries alike — cultivating a sense of belonging and shared humanity. In a world where wellbeing is increasingly recognised as more than just physical health, the presence and impact of charities cannot be overstated.