Community Matters is the nationwide federation for community associations and similar organisations, with more than 1162 member organisations across the UK. Originally established as the National Federation of Community Associations in 1945, Community Matters has played a key role in promoting and supporting action by ordinary people in response to social, educational and recreational needs in their neighbourhoods and communities.

Currently Community Matters' members include:

• 917 community associations and similar multi-purpose community organisations

• 122 Local Federations of Community Organisations and 93 other local supporting organisations

• 123 local authorities and housing associations

Community Matters values the protection and conservation of our natural environment. We support 'one planet living' and we promote sustainable development in the following key areas:

• Saving Energy

• Travelling Wisely

• Saving our Resources

• Shopping Ethically, and

• Caring for our area.