Eastend Futures CIC
Standing with the communities of Walker, Byker, and North Tyneside.
Our Story: Built on Trust, Formed for the Future
For over 19 years, Building Futures East was a cornerstone of support in Walker and Byker, dedicating nearly two decades to building deep relationships, earning community trust, and delivering life-changing services.
When the organisation unexpectedly went into administration in December 2025 due to sudden cash-flow challenges, the sudden loss of these vital services left our community incredibly vulnerable.
But the need in the East End didn’t disappear.
In January 2026, three former senior staff members met with a shared determination: we refused to let 19 years of community trust and essential support vanish. Recognising that the local need was as urgent as ever, we consulted with reputable East End organisations to establish a sustainable path forward.
By February 2026, East End Futures CIC was formally established. Founded by the very team that helped shape that 19-year legacy, we are a person-centered Community Interest Company dedicated to ensuring that intensive, holistic support remains right where it belongs—in the heart of the communities we serve.
Standing with the communities of Walker, Byker, and North Tyneside.
Who We Help
We prioritize individuals and families experiencing social and economic disadvantage across the East End of Newcastle, North Tyneside, and surrounding areas. Our holistic approach supports people facing complex, interconnected challenges, including:
Low confidence & social isolation
Poor mental and physical health
Unemployment & benefit system barriers
Insecure income, food, and fuel insecurity
Domestic abuse
Our Services
We deliver intensive, specialist interventions designed to empower individuals and strengthen our community from the inside out:
Advice & Guidance: Benefits advice • Debt & budgeting support • Employment & careers guidance
Skills & Wellbeing: Basic skills & vocational training • Health checks & wellbeing support
Safety & Community: Specialist domestic abuse services • Community engagement
Meet the team!
East End Futures is driven by three former senior staff members of Building Futures East, combining decades of frontline experience and deep local connection Dawn, Fiona and Susan. They are supported by four non-executive directors and passionate volunteers.
Get Involved
Whether you are a resident looking for support, a local organisation looking to partner, or someone wanting to support our mission, we want to hear from you