We are Community Savers. A women-led network of neighbourhood associations taking action on poverty and inequality.
We create local coalitions for change and federate upwards for a stronger collective voice on social, economic, and climate justice at the city and national scale.
Explore the Community Savers map to find groups near you and how to get involved
Discover the key areas that are important to us and our amazing community
Women’s Leadership
More low-income women from a diversity of backgrounds in community leadership positions – developing local initiatives and guiding interventions.
Stronger Community Associations
More people (particularly women) working together within place-based and resident-led associations with ambitious agendas being realised
Financial Resilience
People (particularly women) in low-income areas have more savings, less debt and are better able to cope with set-backs
Wellbeing
People (particularly women) living in low-income areas have improved mental and physical health and families have more stability
Positive Communications
Less class and place-based discrimination against people living in lower-income areas
Co-Production And Voice
Communities making effective gender-sensitive plans in partnership with stakeholders; with less inequality accessing resources, services and infrastructure
Our 2023 in numbers…
1.3k
1,300 people have benefited from Community Savers
67%
67% changed the way they think about managing money & the importance of saving
95%
95% feel more positive about life
Want to know us more? Dive into our film archive to see more news and local stories
What’s new with us? Find out what is happening in our network
Savings, Spaces, and Solidarity: Community Savers in 2024
What does Reeves’ announcement mean for Manchester’s homeless and overcrowded families?
Community Commissioners call for urgent action on the housing crisis
Introducing….Roisin and Cat!
New Publication: Manchester’s Housing Crisis in Context: Why we need sustainable homes for social rent
Who are Community Led Action and Savings Support (CLASS)?
Community Led Action and Savings Support (CLASS) is a registered charity which provides professional support to the Community Savers network
The generosity of our partners and funders enables us to exist and grow
