Norwood Charity Shop

General information

Everyone has the right to live the life they choose

10 things you need to know about Norwood

1. Norwood is a leading Jewish charity supporting children, families and people with learning disabilities.

2. We employ over 1250 staff and are supported by more than 750 volunteers.

3. Norwood operates in London and the South East with a turnover of more than £35m.

4. Norwood is ambitious for the people who use our services and we strive to ensure that everyone can live the life they choose, irrespective of their ability.

5. We achieve this by providing professional help in a warm and caring Jewish environment, supporting people to be as independent as possible.

6. We are the only Jewish charity in the UK to enjoy the Patronage of Her Majesty The Queen.

7. Norwood was founded over 200 years ago, and is one of the UK's oldest charities.

8. Our Family Services include children and family support, social work, an inclusive nursery, adoption and special educational needs.

9. Our Learning Disability Services include education, after school clubs & holiday schemes, transition, supported living, residential care, lifelong learning and health and wellbeing.

10. Norwood needs to raise £12m per annum from the community.