Welcome to Dorchester Poverty Action

DPA is a local charity (previously known as DPAG) and was set up 27 years ago by Churches Together in Dorchester at a time when most people had no idea that there was real poverty in this apparently prosperous area. For those suffering such hidden financial hardship, isolation creates an added burden.

DPA seeks out causes of poverty and ways to tackle them. It makes grants of up to £200 on request from a care agency (including health visitors, social workers, church leaders, tenancy support, CAB) to those in urgent need. Money given to this charity goes entirely to local people.

Donate your Winter Fuel Allowance to DPA

This year we are asking people who may not need their Winter Fuel Allowance if they would like to donate it to Dorchester Poverty Action this winter so we can make a big difference to the lives of people in acute need this winter. Click here to donate your Winter Fuel Allowance.