Our Story
Why We Started
Precious Lives was born from a simple but powerful need: to help individuals and families create spaces where they can engage in meaningful activities together and rebuild family ties. We believe in encouraging parents, grandparents, and children to discover the joy of being a family and doing things together.
Everyone can make a positive contribution to the family unit. Through our programmes, we’ve seen how bringing families together improves skills and strengthens bonds for both children and adults.
Founded in 2010 and registered with the Charity Commission (Charity No. 1143656), Precious Lives has grown from a vision into a vital community resource serving thousands across London.
Our Mission
To promote the benefit of inhabitants across London by:
- Advancing education and training
- Relieving poverty, sickness, and distress
- Promoting good health
- Providing recreational facilities to improve conditions of life
Our Vision
A London where every family, regardless of background or circumstances, has access to the support, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.
We envision communities where people are empowered, families are strong, and no one is left behind.
Our Values
- Community-Led: We are run by members of the community for the benefit of the community, ensuring our services truly meet local needs.
- Inclusive & Accessible: All our services are completely free, removing financial barriers to support.
- Collaborative: We work in partnership with local organisations, government departments, and statutory authorities to provide comprehensive support.
- Volunteer-Driven: Our dedicated volunteers bring their professional training and personal commitment to serve those in need.
- Family-Focused: We believe in the power of family units and work to strengthen these vital bonds.
Who We Serve
We work with some of the poorest and most disadvantaged communities in London, including:
- Children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds
- Families facing poverty and social exclusion
- Elderly and isolated community members
- People with disabilities
- Refugees and asylum seekers
- Individuals experiencing mental health challenges
- Those affected by domestic violence
- The homeless and vulnerably housed
How We Work
As a small, close-knit community organisation, we utilise the diverse skills of our members. Many of our skilled volunteers use their professional training to offer specialist help to those in need.
- Partnership Approach: We work alongside local organisations that offer specialist advice and support. It is our practice to identify needs and connect our beneficiaries with the most qualified agencies for professional help.
- Managed by Trustees: Our board of trustees oversees our operations, ensuring accountability, transparency, and effective service delivery.
- Delivered by Volunteers: A dedicated group of volunteers delivers our services with passion, professionalism, and compassion.
Our Service Areas
We operate across five London Boroughs:
- Hackney
- Haringey
- Tower Hamlets
- Islington
- Waltham Forest
Our Address: Flat 1 Cottrill Gardens Marcon Place London E8 1NY
Testimonials
“I joined Precious Lives at a time when I had no community to associate with. I was lonely and depressed.
Serving Precious Lives mainly through working on their website has improved my skills in web design as well as create positive change in the community.”
“To offer my time and effort to serve my community has been an honour to me which Precious Lives has given me.
I have met and learnt to work with different people. I am happy I am creating an impact in people’s lives.”