Community life
There are lots of ways to get involved in local activities and have your say about what happens in the borough. Whatever your interests or your skills, and no matter how much time you have to spare, you’ll be able to contribute to Croydon life.
Community groups
Whether you want to become a friend of your local park, get involved in a resident group or want to meet others with similar interests or experiences, there are groups waiting to welcome you.
Many of the local groups can be accessed many through ‘umbrella’ organisations responsible for supporting the voluntary and community sector.
Asian Resource Centre Croydon
Croydon BME Forum
Croydon Voluntary Action Directory of local groups and meeting spaces
There are many other groups that can help you to get involved in your local area.
Friends of Parks
CAGS (Croydon Area Gay Society)
Residents Groups
Council Tenants and Leaseholders Forum
Faiths together in Croydon
Volunteer
You can make a real difference in Croydon by volunteering your time and skills, as well as donating to a local project.

Volunteering in Croydon
Visit the CVA site and linked to search for voluntary projects

Become a Champion
Become a Clean and Green Street champion

Make a Pledge
Support a local project with a pledge of time, money or both
You can take part in individual consultations and engagements or join a panel if you want to be involved on an ongoing basis.
Help shape council services
Get involved