Doncaster Minster at golden hour, overlooking the town
Doncaster Minster · Town Centre

Standing with our neighbours, one kindness at a time.

Compassion Project Doncaster walks alongside the less privileged and underserved across Doncaster with warm and open arms, listening ears, and the dignity with the privilege to serve.

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Upcoming event

Community BBQ Afternoon

Join us on Saturday 30th May, 1:00–3:00pm at the Grainger Centre, Stubbins Hill, New Edlington, Doncaster DN12 1JN.

Free BBQ, music by DJ Nikky, groceries on the day, and good company for the whole family. Single parents, newly arrived families, and anyone looking for connection — everyone is welcome.

Compassion Project Doncaster Community BBQ Afternoon flyer — Saturday 30th May, 1–3pm, Grainger Centre, New Edlington
Our promise

"We believe no one in Doncaster should be invisible. Compassion is the practice of showing up quietly, consistently, and without judgement."

Why we exist

Doncaster is home to more than 308,000 people, including families, children, single parents, older residents, and individuals facing different life challenges. Around one in five residents are under 16, and one in five are aged 65 or over. Doncaster has become more diverse, with residents from a range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

These figures remind us that behind every statistic is a person, a family, and a story. Compassion Project Doncaster exists to serve the people of Doncaster with practical support, emotional encouragement, and a heart of compassion. We stand with those who may be struggling silently, offering practical support, emotional encouragement, and hope to people across our community.

What we do

Programmes | one promise of dignity.

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Community Food Bank
Food

Community Food Bank

Weekly food parcels and fresh produce, packed with care and delivered without paperwork or stigma.

Children & Youth
Youth

Children & Youth

After-school clubs, holiday meals and homework help for families navigating tight months.

Two hands clasped in support
Who we are

A small charity with the vision to serve

Compassion Project Doncaster may be a small charity, but our heart for the community is big.

We exist to serve families, single parents, children, and individuals who are facing difficult times and may be struggling silently. Our work is driven by love, empathy, and the belief that even the smallest act of kindness can bring hope to someone’s life.

Based in Doncaster, our vision is to reach people where they are, offer practical support where we can, and remind every person we meet that they are seen, valued, and not alone.

We may be small in size, but we are committed to making a meaningful difference — one family, one individual, and one act of compassion at a time.

Help us continue

Your support helps us reach more families and individuals in Doncaster with practical help, encouragement, and hope when they need it most.

Every donation, however small, becomes a gift, a visit, a warm room, a winter coat. Thank you for standing with us.