Our impact

Time Credits help people feel more connected, confident and involved in their communities. We work with partners across the UK to create meaningful opportunities for participation and recognise the value of every hour given.

2025 Impact Report

Welcome to our 2025 Impact Report! At Tempo, we’re proud to share the ongoing positive effects of Time Credits and the impact they continue to have on communities across the UK. This year’s report is packed with inspiring stories, powerful insights, and meaningful data that reflect our work, mission, and values.

Explore our impact

Our Work in Action

Discover how Time Credits create positive change across communities. Explore our latest insights, stories and real examples of impact.

Blog

Insights, updates and ideas

Read news, stories and practical guidance from across the Time Credits network.

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Case Studies

Real stories from our network

Find out how community groups, organisations and volunteers use Time Credits in their everyday work.

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Impact areas

Tempo works across many areas such as community development, health and well-being, housing, education, and recovery services - supporting people to get involved, feel valued, and build confidence. By recognising every hour given, we help individuals connect with others, gain new opportunities, and strengthen the places they live.

Employment & Skills
Life Limiting Conditions
Mental & Physical Health
Volunteer Recruitment & Retention
Community Commitment
Loneliness & Isolation

Legal and compliance

Access our policies, guidance and official documents that explain how we measure impact, protect data and operate responsibly.

Our Programmes

Westminster Programme
Our Westminster programme demonstrates how corporate investment can translate directly into meaningful, measurable community impact. As part of the Carlton Dene development in Westminster, Lovell Partnerships funded a dedicated community engagement programme delivered by Tempo. Through this partnership, Lovell’s support enabled the delivery of volunteering, engagement, and community-building activity that strengthened local networks and created opportunities for residents to participate, connect, and thrive.
Welsh Government Programme
Funded by the Welsh Government Tempo has successfully developed Tempo Time Credits Cymru, the first national network of its kind globally. Since 2020, we've been building Time Credit networks across the 22 Local Authority areas of Wales. Our program in Wales is aligned with the Welsh Government's core policies of combatting loneliness and isolation, fostering community cohesion, and contributing to poverty alleviation.
Cynon Valley
Pathways to the Past is an exciting new initiative from Tempo Time Credits, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, aimed at celebrating and preserving the rich heritage of Neath Port Talbot. This program works with local voluntary organisations and their current and potential volunteers, connecting them to important heritage projects and encouraging their involvement in preserving local history.