Barca-Leeds delivers innovative services for adults, children, young people, and families in Leeds, creating lasting positive impact in our communities.

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We help people through a wide range of services, always tailored to deliver the greatest impact and lasting change.

Barca-Leeds is a passionate, caring and strategic organisation, dedicated to championing a fairer society for all.

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We are a trusted, experienced charity with a track record of proven results.

Founded
1994
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Barca-Leeds was founded in 1994 and has its origins in Bramley Parish Community Projects supporting people living in West Leeds.
People reached
65,739
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In the last 5 years, Barca-Leeds has positively impacted the lives of 65,739 people from disadvantaged communities across Leeds.
Team Barca
197
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Our team is at the heart of all we do. We’re 197 strong and growing, and are proud of our excellent work culture across all departments.
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We raise funds and collaborate with local and national partners to support our services.

Our Services

Discover more about Barca-Leeds’ Impact and Innovation

Impact and Innovation

August 2024

Pause 4 Menopause toolkit

A Toolkit to help men understand and provide support for someone going through the stages of the menopause.
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Impact and Innovation

October 2025

A guide to Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs)

Barca's Better Together team are proud to launch two awareness raising leaflets on ultra-processed foods (UPFs), produced in partnership with Leeds Trinity University.
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Impact and Innovation

September 2025

Barca-Leeds Theory of Change: Creating an inclusive education system

Read about our Theory of Change (TOC) focused on creating an inclusive education system for young people.
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We are powered by our people.
Our team makes us what we are.

Our People
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Recent News

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October 2025

Impact Report 2024-25

We are pleased to share Barca-Leeds Impact Report 2024-25, highlighting our progress over the past year and the life-changing impact we have had on the lives of the people we work with.

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October 2025

Being You Leeds Music Group features on song raising awareness of male suicide

'The River' was released on World Mental Health Day 2025, 10 October.

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September 2025

Leeds Trauma Informed Film Festival 2025

Barca-Leeds' were proud to support and take part in the second Leeds Trauma Informed Film Festival, sharing transformative stories and inspiring journeys of individuals across Leeds and beyond.

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