Empowering Communities, Changing Lives
Local Access Centre (LAC) works with diverse communities to provide guidance, training, and support for a brighter future.
See how we support local and overseas communities
About Us
Who We Are
Local Access Centre (LAC) is a user-led charity in Birmingham, committed to providing Information, Advice, and Guidance (IAG), training, and support services since 2006. We empower local communities to improve their quality of life, gain skills, and maintain independence.
Our Key Projects
Financial Literacy Project
Helping people manage money and build financial skills.
Disability Information Access Services
Supporting disabled and elderly communities.
Work-Related Learning
Training & employability programmes with local SMEs.
Women’s Project
Empowering women through skills, mentoring, and opportunities.
Services & Aims
We aim to:
- Promote social inclusion & participation
- Deliver training & development programmes for all ages
- Provide advice & welfare guidance
- Support accessibility & disability advocacy
- Offer legal advice & representation for vulnerable people
Our Impact
- 15+ Years Serving Birmingham Communities
- Multilingual Staff Reaching Hard-to-Access Groups
- Partnerships with Local Schools, Colleges, Job Centre Plus & Multi-Faith Institutions
- Supported by funders such as Future Builders, ESF, Lottery, Age UK, Local Authorities
Our Services
Food & Philanthropy (Zaika Partnership)
Through LAC-Zaika CiC, we run food philanthropy projects to combat hunger and poverty.
We partner with Neighbourly, M&S, ALDI UK, Lidl GB, and others to provide meals, groceries, and support to:
Homeless
We provide freshly prepared meals, essential groceries, and hygiene packs to support people living on the streets. Our aim is to give comfort, dignity, and hope while reducing the struggles of homelessness.
Families with Low Incomes
Rising costs make it hard for many families to afford nutritious food. We step in with meal support, grocery packs, and food donations that help parents focus on stability and their children’s wellbeing.
Refugees & Migrants
Many new arrivals face food insecurity during resettlement. We support them with balanced meals, groceries, and guidance so they can feel welcome, rebuild their lives, and adapt to their new communities.
Isolated & Vulnerable Individuals
We deliver food, groceries, and care packages to people who are elderly, disabled, or socially isolated. Along with nourishment, our outreach reduces loneliness and builds a sense of belonging.
Why Us – Local Access Centre
Events & Community Work
We host and support impactful events, from feeding the homeless to donating food packs to hospitals and food banks. During crises like COVID-19, we step up to deliver essential supplies where they’re needed most.
Client Testimonials
Our community trusts us for quality service, timely support, and professional standards. Their feedback reflects our ongoing dedication to professionalism and transparency.
Dedicated Team
Led by Sarfraz Kayani and supported by passionate trustees, our team blends leadership, care, and expertise to make a lasting difference in people’s lives.
Global Foundation
Since 1986, the Sarfraz Kayani Foundation has provided food, clean water, education, healthcare, and shelter in the UK and overseas, guided by the belief: “Charity sees the need, not the cause.”
Testimonials
Honest Reviews from Our Community
R.K.
Birmingham
Local Access Centre guided me with clear advice and support. The service I received was of a very high standard and truly made a difference
Ready to Make a Difference with Local Access Centre (LAC)?
Join hands with the Local Access Centre (LAC) to support life-changing projects and empower communities. Contact us today to get involved, volunteer, or learn more about our services.