Groundwork UK is the central body of the Groundwork federation, managing programmes and relationships that help create greener, stronger, healthier communities, support responsible business and improve people's prospects across the UK.
Changing places, changing lives
We help people gain confidence and skills, get into training and work, protect and improve green spaces, lead more active lives and overcome significant challenges such as poverty, isolation, low skills and poor health.
Watch Dan's story
“I’m not going to stop, even if it gets hard. I know if I put my mind to it I can do whatever I want to.”
- Dan, trainee on Groundwork's Green Team employment project
Watch Tamanna's story
“We only have one Earth. If we don’t look after it then who will?”
- Tamanna, Groundwork young ambassador
Watch Tom's story
“They always ask me: when are you coming back, because we need you. It’s a positive to me that I’m a part of the team.”
- Tom, Groundwork volunteer
Latest updates
BLOG: Cultivating community is key to our Covid recovery plan
Blog post by Groundwork's national CEO, Graham Duxbury in the MJ
NEWS: Groundwork calls for urgent support for young people
As the government announces its plans to extend the Job Retention Scheme, Groundwork joins calls for a comprehensive emergency support package for young people.
Covid-19 statement
Statement by Groundwork
Get involved
Community Awards
The Groundwork Community Awards honour those small groups making a big difference to the quality of life in their local area.
Groundwork Youth
Groundwork Youth is an online network of 16 – 24 year olds passionate about promoting positive environmental behaviours in their communities.
Corporate volunteering
Our corporate volunteer days can help you have a lasting impact in the community, by helping to tackle environmental and social issues hand in hand.
National partnerships
Read a selection of case studies about our national partnerships
Future Proof Parks
Involving young people in preserving their local park and greenspace heritage
Avison Young
Avison Young have been working with us since 2013 to transform outdoor spaces
Green Leaders
Supporting young people to lead the conversation around local green spaces
Fundraise for us
Help us to make a bigger impact in communities that need it the most
Find an Event
Join Team Groundwork in one of our 2020 Challenge Events! From half marathons to epic cycling events - sign up today.
Plan an Event
Plan your own fundraising event with friends or colleagues. We've got ideas and materials to help make your event a huge success!
Collecting Donations
Find out how to set up your online fundraising page or pay in funds you've already collected.