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

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Service outcome success rating
95%

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 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’s Impact and Innovation

Impact and Innovation

January 2025

Reclaim service launches mental health toolkit

Barca-Leeds was founded in 1994 and has its origins in Bramley Parish Community Projects supporting West Leeds in disadvantaged council estates.
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Impact and Innovation

February 2025

Young People's Emotional Regulation Toolkit

Barca-Leeds was founded in 1994 and has its origins in Bramley Parish Community Projects supporting West Leeds in disadvantaged council estates.
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Impact and Innovation

April 2025

Alfie's story, from leaving prison to a safe and stable home

Barca-Leeds was founded in 1994 and has its origins in Bramley Parish Community Projects supporting West Leeds in disadvantaged council estates.
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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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May 2025

‍Ashleigh’s Leeds Half Marathon fundraiser for Peter’s Fund

A big thank you to Ashleigh for choosing Peter's Fund as her chosen charity cause for the Leeds Half Marathon in May 2025.

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April 2025

Impact Report 2023-24

We are delighted to share Barca-Leeds Impact Report 2023-24!

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February 2025

Leeds Young Change Makers interview West Yorkshire's Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC)

The Leeds Young Change Makers, a group of young people from Little London in Leeds, interviewed Alison Lowe West Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC) on their podcast to share their concerns around safety in their community.

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