Daisy Chain Project
We support and empower autistic and neurodivergent individuals through the provision of holistic services, whilst promoting training, wellbeing, inclusion and acceptance regionally and nationwide. Initially launched as a community initiative, Daisy Chain day centre is based on a 5.5-acre site offering state-of-the-art facilities and person-centered support to over 8,000 families and neurodivergent individuals inclusive of social clubs, respite care, wellbeing, independent living skills, employability and animal therapy. The charity also has two large charity megastores, one in Stockton and one in Gateshead. Our retail arm supports us to generate vital income, offers volunteering opportunities and runs an employability programme for neurodivergent people.
ABOUT US: 

Award-winning charity supporting autistic and neurodivergent children, young people and adults and their families.

WHY OUR WORK MATTERS: 

In 2024/25 we supported people in more ways than ever before:

  • 6,656 families positively supported by our services
  • 2,193 families supported through Autism Central
  • 8,031 unique beneficiary individuals supported during the year
  • 3,507 people supported via our Family Support Service in the Tees Valley
  • £150k+ unclaimed benefits raised for neurodivergent adults this year
  • 10,000 unclaimed benefits raised for neurodivergent adults this year
  • 59 people received bespoke digital skills support
OUR VALUES: 
Open, Passionate, Innovative, Inclusive, Ambitious, Empowering
OUR AWARDS: 
Outstanding Social Enterprise / North East Charity Awards 2022 – WON Charity Leader of the Year / North East Charity Awards 2022 – SHORTLISTED North East Charity of the Year / North East Charity Awards 2023 – WON Diversity Award / Tees Business Awards 2024 – WON Gateshead Business in the Community / Gateshead Awards 2024 – WON

Our Opportunities

 
Farm & Barn Volunteer
Daisy Chain Project
Min. 4 Weeks Minimum weeks
Farm & Barn Volunteer
Volunteering
Community, Young People, Animals, Disability

Gain valuable placement hours and a huge range of skills by volunteering your time at our farm on a 5.5 acre site in Norton, Stockton on Tees!

 
Retail & Fashion Volunteer
Daisy Chain Project
Min. 4 Weeks Minimum weeks
Retail & Fashion Volunteer
Volunteering
Community, Young People, Disability, Environment

Looking to gain valuable experience, build your CV, and be part of something meaningful? Join Daisy Chain at our charity megastore and help us make a real difference!

 
Events Volunteer
Daisy Chain Project
Min. 4 Weeks Minimum weeks
Events Volunteer
Volunteering
Community, Young People, Disability

Do you thrive on connecting with people and take real pride in keeping things well-managed behind the scenes? Join us as an events volunteer to champion our story and drive fundraising efforts multiple times a year through our calendar of events!