Welcome to Pecan

Transforming lives through kindness, belief, hope

WHO WE ARE

We are a Christian charity dedicated to bringing hope to individuals and the wider community.

We help people who face seemingly impossible barriers to find a way through, re-write their futures and flourish. We never stop believing that with the right support, people can unlock their true potential.

Every year, we stand alongside thousands of individuals facing challenges, whether through food insecurity, unemployment, or social isolation. However, at Pecan kindness is at the heart of everything we do. From our first interaction with a member to their end journey with us, we see the power of small acts of compassion shaping lives across Peckham and Southwark.

2025 | Our Year of Kindness

Mental Health Awareness Week starts on Monday 12 May, and our programme of FREE events have been shaped by real voices, from conversations at the foodbank to outreach by local organisations and responds directly to the mental health needs we see across Southwark.

What we Do

Pecan is a community charity committed to uplifting our local community through Kindness, Belief and Hope. We do this through providing holistic support for the local community through our projects, addressing a range of needs across our community.

Last year in Employment Support we achieved:

People supported

Job starts

Training sessions

Our mission is to restore futures and see an end to poverty in all its forms. We aim to transform lives through kindness, Belief and Hope, through practical support.

The first time I came here, I felt I’d let myself down. I’m really grateful and glad they are here because they treat you like a human being

How can we help?

Community

We take practical social action that changes lives and promotes well-being.

Women's Services

We work alongside women to help them take control and make sustainable life choices.

Employment Support

We empower people with the skills and confidence to gain sustainable employment.

Our Programmes

SOUTHWARK FOODBANK

The Foodbank is a store of non-perishable food donated by the local community. We partner with frontline...

Together

Together provides a range of community, life skills and activities in a relaxed environment supporting people learn new skills, understand their rights, and make new social circles. Everyone’s welcome!