Translation and interpreting for charities and non-profit organisations

At Atlas Translations, we know that every penny matters when you’re working for a good cause. We also know that language should never be a barrier to reaching the people who need your support. Since 1991, we’ve worked with charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and non-profits, helping them communicate clearly and sensitively with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Whether you’re sharing vital information with service users, delivering an international project, supporting a multilingual community or communicating with overseas partners, we’re here to help. And because we believe in supporting organisations that make a difference, we offer discounted translation and interpreting rates for charities and non-profit organisations, as well as considering pro bono support for selected projects.

Language services that support your mission

Charities work across an enormous range of areas, from health and education to human rights, social care, international development and community support.

Every organisation has its own priorities, audiences and challenges. That’s why we take time to understand what you’re trying to achieve, rather than simply translating the words in front of us.

Our services include:

• Translation: Information leaflets, fundraising materials, reports, policies, websites, contracts and communications.
• Interpreting: Face-to-face, video and telephone interpreting for meetings, consultations, community events and conferences.
• Website translation and localisation: Helping you make your online information accessible to more communities.
• Subtitling and voiceover: Making videos, campaigns and training materials available in different languages.
• Transcription: Supporting research, interviews, consultations and community engagement.
• Editing and proofreading: Helping ensure your communications are clear, consistent and appropriate for their intended audience.

We work with professional linguists who understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality and sensitivity, particularly when content involves vulnerable people or complex personal circumstances.

Making information accessible to everyone

For many charities, translation isn’t simply about reaching an international audience. It’s about making sure people living right here in the UK can access essential information. A service user may need to understand their rights. A parent may need information about support available to their family. A community organisation may need to communicate with people who speak little English.

We help charities remove those language barriers. Our project managers can advise on the most suitable approach, taking account of the intended audience, literacy levels, cultural considerations, accessibility and budget. And if something in the original text is unclear, we’ll ask. Because getting the message right matters.

Supporting charities working internationally

Many charities and NGOs operate across borders, working with international partners, volunteers, researchers, funders and local communities.

We can support multilingual communications for international development programmes, humanitarian projects, education initiatives, health campaigns and research. From project proposals and funding applications to impact reports and training materials, we help organisations communicate consistently and professionally across languages.

Discounted rates and pro bono support

We understand that charities need to make limited resources go as far as possible. That’s why we offer discounted rates for registered charities and non-profit organisations. We also consider requests for pro bono translation support, depending on the nature of the project and our available resources.

If you’re working with a tight budget, talk to us. We may be able to suggest ways of making your translation project more cost-effective, such as prioritising essential content, preparing reusable terminology or planning translations in stages.

Our aim is to help you spend your language budget wisely without compromising on quality.

Trusted by charities and organisations making a difference

Over the years, we’ve been pleased to support organisations including:

• Age Concern
• British Red Cross
• BookTrust
• Maternity Action
• Mind
• National Trust
• UNISON

Our work has covered a wide range of language requirements, audiences and subject areas.

Client story: BookTrust

We’ve worked with BookTrust, the UK’s largest children’s reading charity, supporting its work to bring the benefits of reading to children and families.

You can see more about this work in our Book Trust client story.

Why charities choose Atlas Translations

We offer more than translation. We offer a team of experienced people who care about the outcome of your project.

• Experience: Supporting organisations of all sizes since 1991.
• Quality: ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified language services.
• Confidentiality: Careful handling of sensitive and personal information.
• Flexibility: Support for everything from a single leaflet to an ongoing multilingual programme.
• Value: Charity discounts and practical advice on managing translation budgets.
• Real people: A dedicated project manager who understands your requirements and is happy to answer questions.

We know that the work you do matters. We want to help you make it accessible to as many people as possible.