Our Impact
We’re proud to be making a difference across the befriending sector, advocating for and raising awareness of the positive impact that befriending has on individuals and communities.
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What our members have to say…
I have learnt so much in the short time that I have been a member…you really understand the complexities and challenges of being a befriending manager. Would recommend! (Member, 2026)
I feel that the support Befriending Networks provides really is invaluable in helping us maintain and develop standards as an organisation, and support our growth. (Member, 2025)
Befriending Networks is a wonderful, responsive and caring organisation which listens to the voice of the members to shape services provided. (Member, 2025)
Amazing support available from Befriending Networks. I can’t recommend highly enough if you’re a small charity. (Member, 2024)
The support I have received so far since joining has been excellent. Communication, support and response times are very good. (Member, 2026)
The quality of your webinars and toolkits has helped us improve practice and boost confidence. (Member, 2025)
Read our Membership Survey and Sector Insight Report
Every year, we conduct a survey to capture members’ views on our services, our strategic objectives, and our future direction.
Annual Report 2024/25
Our Annual Report brings offers a snapshot of some of our achievements, progress and plans for the past financial year.