1000 FOR CHANGE

A Movement for Students Who Want to Do Good. And Feel Good.

Loneliness is rising.
Among young people, it’s becoming the norm.
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Meanwhile, charities are short on time, short on people, and crying out for skills. And students? They've got those skills just no clear way to use them.
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That’s where 1000 For Change comes in.

It’s a pilot programme for students who want to do more than get a degree.

It connects what you're learning to what the world needs.
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Locally. Instantly. With impact.
This is volunteering, reimagined.
Based on what you’re good at.
And what matters to you.
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No leaflets. No litter-picking (unless that’s your thing).
Just purpose. People. Progress.

Sponsor the pilot

How it works

We match students with charities who need skills design, tech, data, marketing, events and more.
We host monthly “Charity Hangouts” in student unions. Real people. Real problems. Real solutions.
We build community through social sessions run by students, for students.
We support reflection with group check-ins that build confidence and wellbeing.
We track impact with proper outcomes mapped to uni modules and industry needs.

This isn’t just volunteering.
It’s belonging. It’s employability. It’s community.

Why Now?

Because the stats on student loneliness are scary.
Because doing good shouldn’t be buried in admin.
Because you shouldn’t have to wait until graduation to matter.

We’re building a national movement.
One that proves giving your time is powerful and personal.

Who’s it for?

Students who want to make a difference
Charities that need fresh thinking
Universities that care about mental health, community, and the future of work
For sponsors, it’s a unique opportunity to support social mobility, employability for early careers, and community while demonstrating measurable social impact

Launching September 2025. Our goal? Connect 1000 students to purpose.

And show that when young people give their skills,they get something even better back:Connection. Confidence. Community.

To become a sponsor or discuss how your company can support 1000 For Change, please get in touch.

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