Q:alliance

What Q:alliance does

Q:alliance is a UK-registered charity (Charity No: 1070101; Company No: 03614823) founded in 1975 and headquartered at Q:house in Fenny Stratford, Milton Keynes. It is the dedicated LGBTQ+ charity for Milton Keynes and surrounding areas, delivering a portfolio of in-person community services to LGBTQ+ youth (aged 11–19) and adults, including youth safe spaces (Q:youth CMK, Q:youth Fenny, Q:youth Bedford), adult social spaces (Q:stop, Trans & Non-Binary Space, Neuro Space, Outdoor Wellbeing Space, Cinema Club), arts and crafts programs, and mental wellbeing sessions run in partnership with MindfulMe.

The organization's service delivery is anchored in physical community spaces across multiple venues (Q:house, The Almere, The Place Theatre, John Lewis Discovery Room, MK Gallery, Caldecotte Lake) and supported by a Wix-hosted website used for event booking, resource directory distribution, and content marketing. The MK Q:mmunity Tales Heritage Project (2024–2025) — funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund — produced a published book, exhibition panels, films, and lesson plans documenting LGBTQ+ history in Milton Keynes from 1967 to 2023, alongside a Schools Partnership Forum engaging local schools on inclusive practice. The organization also runs a bespoke LGBTQ+ Training Services arm delivering enterprise D&I training to clients including Mercedes-Benz, John Lewis, and H&M.

Q:alliance operates as a community-led non-profit with a micro staff of 1–10 employees. Its revenue model is donation- and grant-funded (with specific Heritage Lottery Fund backing for the heritage project), supplemented by voluntary contributions via the LocalGiving platform and modest earned income from enterprise training engagements. All community-facing events and youth services are provided free of charge, with the enterprise training arm representing the only commercial revenue line.

Name

Q:alliance

Legal name

Q:alliance

Website

https://qalliance.org.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Q:alliance is a UK-registered LGBTQ+ charity (est. 1975) based in Milton Keynes that runs free youth and adult community safe spaces, mental wellbeing services, organizational D&I training, and a local LGBTQ+ heritage project for the regional LGBTQ+ community.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

LGBTQ+ Community Support Services

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy Organizations (BPAGAFAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• LGBTQ+ community services
• Youth support groups
• Diversity training services
• Mental wellbeing support
• Community charity services

Headquarters

HQ city

Milton Keynes

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Funding: Q:alliance operates as a registered charity (No. 1070101) relying on donations from individuals and organizations, as well as funding from charitable foundations such as the Heritage Lottery Fund for specific projects like the MK Q:mmunity Tales heritage initiative.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Q:alliance is a registered UK charity delivering LGBTQ+ community services across Milton Keynes and Bedford, operating from the Q:house venue in Fenny Stratford. Its core offerings comprise youth safe spaces (Q:youth CMK, Q:youth Fenny, Q:youth Bedford, Q:hub), adult social and wellbeing spaces (Q:stop, Trans & Non-Binary Space, Neuro Space, Outdoor Wellbeing, Mental Wellbeing), bespoke organisational LGBTQ+ inclusion training, and the MK Q:mmunity Tales heritage documentation project. Services are delivered free to community members with donations welcomed, and training is delivered on a bespoke fee basis to corporate clients.

Product overview

Q:alliance is a registered charity (No. 1070101) providing LGBTQ+ community services across Milton Keynes and Bedford. The organization operates a multi-service model consisting of: Youth Services (Q:youth CMK, Q:youth Fenny, Q:youth Bedford, Q:hub) offering safe spaces for LGBTQ+ young people aged 11-19 with support workers; Adult Social Spaces including Q:stop, Outdoor Wellbeing Space, Trans & Non-Binary Space, Neuro Space, and various activities like Cinema Club and Arts and Crafts; Mental Wellbeing Services with mindfulness and meditation; LGBTQ+ Training Services for organizations; and the MK Q:mmunity Tales Heritage Project documenting local LGBTQ+ history. The organization also provides extensive resource directories covering mental health, housing, refugee support, neurodiversity, and other community support areas.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• Q:youth CMK A safe youth group for LGBTQ+ young people aged 13-18 in Central Milton Keynes, providing games, art supplies, and peer support with Youth Support Workers available for chats. Held at The Almere venue.
• Q:youth Fenny The long-running youth space based at Q:house in Fenny Stratford for LGBTQ+ young people aged 13-18, offering a relaxed environment with games and art supplies.
• Q:youth Bedford A safe space for LGBTQ+ young people aged 13-19 in the Bedford area, providing games, art supplies, and Youth Support Worker support. Held at The Place Theatre.
• Q:hub A structured support space for young LGBTQ+ people aged 11-19 offering workshops focused on Mental Health, Relationships, and Identity. Held at the John Lewis Discovery Room.
• Q:stop A twice-weekly safe and supportive space open every Monday at the Old Courthouse Q:house for all LGBTQ+ community members and allies, offering tea, information about services, and team support. Free admission with donations welcomed.
• Outdoor Wellbeing Space (Adults) A slow-paced outdoor wellbeing event focused on nature connection and community, held at Caldecotte Lake for adults aged 18 and over.
• Adults Services (Social Spaces) Comprehensive adult services for LGBTQ+ adults including Cinema Club, Trans & Non-Binary Space, Neuro Space, coffee evenings, trips and days out, and special community events.
• Arts and Crafts Programmes Creative programmes including seasonal crafts, community art projects, termly groups, and gallery tours delivered in collaboration with MK Gallery.
• Mental Wellbeing Services Mental health support services including mindfulness courses, one-off sessions, and meditation groups, delivered in collaboration with MindfulMe.
• LGBTQ+ Training Services Bespoke LGBTQ+ training for organisations covering key terms, Pride history, trans awareness, creating inclusive environments, and signposting support. Delivered to enterprise and mid-market clients including Mercedes-Benz, John Lewis, H&M, The Parks Trust, Community Foundation MK, and Camphill Communities.
• MK Q:mmunity Tales Heritage Project LGBTQ+ heritage project documenting the history of Milton Keynes LGBTQ+ community from 1967 to 2023, including 180+ interviews, 1000+ photographs, 200+ news cuttings, and various artefacts. Deliverables include a published book, exhibition panels, films, and educational lesson plans.

Quantifiable outcome

• 180+ people interviewed, 200+ news cuttings, 1000+ photographs collected for heritage project
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MK GallerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQ:alliance collaborates with MK Gallery on community-based arts projects highlighting queer creativity and fostering inclusivity in the arts. The partnership includes joint events and projects supporting the LGBTQ+ community.
• MK Dons SETcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQ:alliance partnered with MK Dons Sports and Education Trust to deliver Q:Fit Badminton - a series of inclusive sports and recreational activities for the LGBTQ+ community in Milton Keynes.
• Milton Keynes City CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQ:alliance partnered with Milton Keynes City Council to establish the Inclusive Women's Space - a queer-friendly space for all women in MK.
• Schools Partnership Forum (Milton Keynes Schools)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQ:alliance facilitates the Schools Partnership Forum, a joint effort with schools across Milton Keynes to encourage inclusive practices, amplify young voices, and tackle ongoing trends within educational settings.
• Bucks ArchiveminorOthersDocuments and artefacts collected during the heritage project will be lodged with Bucks Archive for preservation.
• The Place TheatreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVenue partner for Q:youth Bedford sessions, providing space for LGBTQ+ youth aged 13-19 in Bedford.
• The AlmereminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVenue partner for Q:youth CMK sessions, providing space for LGBTQ+ youth aged 13-18 in Central Milton Keynes.
• John Lewis Milton KeynesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVenue partner providing the Discovery Room for Q:Hub youth sessions, a safe space for young LGBTQ+ people aged 11-19.
• MindfulMeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental wellbeing facilitator collaborating with Q:alliance to provide mindfulness courses and meditation groups for the LGBTQ+ community.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• London Friend: London Friend is an LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing charity offering support groups, counselling, and community spaces in London. Comparable as a UK LGBTQ+ charity focused on adult wellbeing, mental health support, and community connection — overlapping Q:alliance's adult services portfolio.
• Birmingham LGBT: Birmingham LGBT is a regional LGBTQ+ charity delivering support services, groups, and training in the West Midlands. Comparable as a regionally focused UK LGBTQ+ charity offering similar combinations of youth groups, adult services, and D&I training.
• LGBT Foundation: LGBT Foundation is a Manchester-based LGBTQ+ charity delivering community services, counselling, and resources. A regional peer in the same category as Q:alliance — community-led LGBTQ+ service delivery outside London — with a comparable mix of support, wellbeing, and resource functions.

Direct peers

• Switchboard LGBT+: Switchboard is a UK LGBTQ+ helpline and information service providing peer support, signposting, and resources. Comparable because it complements Q:alliance's resource-directory and signposting role, particularly for mental health and trans-specific needs.
• Galop: Galop is the UK's LGBTQ+ anti-abuse charity providing helplines, advocacy, and support. Comparable as a UK LGBTQ+ advocacy and direct-service organisation with overlapping referral pathways relevant to Q:alliance's resource directory across abuse, mental health, and housing.
• AKT (Albert Kennedy Trust): AKT supports LGBTQ+ young people facing homelessness or hostile home environments. Comparable to Q:alliance as a UK LGBTQ+ youth charity providing direct support, and overlapping where Q:alliance's resource directory addresses housing services.
• The Kite Trust: The Kite Trust is an LGBTQ+ youth charity operating in Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas, running youth groups, one-to-one support, and training. Directly comparable to Q:alliance as a regionally focused LGBTQ+ charity delivering youth services, trans-specific support, and organisational training in a UK city region.
• Mermaids UK: Mermaids supports transgender and gender-diverse children and young people across the UK. Comparable because Q:alliance operates dedicated Trans & Non-Binary Spaces and resources; Mermaids represents a national specialist overlap with that segment of Q:alliance's services.

Others

• Consortium of LGBT Voluntary and Community Organisations: Consortium is the umbrella body supporting LGBT+ voluntary and community organisations across the UK. Comparable as an enabling/ecosystem peer that supports organisations like Q:alliance through advocacy, training, and funding networks.

Broad incumbents

• Stonewall UK: Stonewall is the UK's leading national LGBTQ+ rights organisation and the broadest incumbent in the space. Comparable because it both advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and provides employer D&I training — directly overlapping Q:alliance's advocacy and corporate training activities, though at a national scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Qalliance
• Instagraminstagram.com/Qalliancemk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/q-alliance

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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