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Mile Whilby, a UoB student, is pictured in a black shirt in front of a window.

“I Came Here to Measure Impact. I Left Having Felt It.”

28th May 2026

Reflections from Miles Whitby, University of Bristol Placement Student  When I first arrived at...

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John Wheatley visits Lets Talk About Youth in Bristol, UK.

Let’s Talk About Youth

20th May 2026

Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome Bristol youth workers Phav and Sharmir, alongside their...

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Partnerships, Purpose and Place: Showcasing the Region’s Civic Strength

20th May 2026

Last Wednesday, CEO Julian Mines joined a roundtable discussion with the new Chair of the Charity...

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Mental Health Awareness Week: Taking action for stronger communities

10th May 2026

11–17 May | Theme: Action Mental health is not just an individual issue, it is shaped by the...

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Lil Bowers wearing a straw hat and sunglasses, smiling while standing beside a bramble hedge with ripe blackberries in a sunny countryside setting.

A Day in the Life Of: Lil Bowers

12th February 2026

Ever wondered what it’s like to manage our properties, keep our systems running, and develop...

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Olivia Spencer

Meet Our Trustees: The People Behind the Mission. Trustee Profile: Olivia Spencer

27th January 2026

At Bristol Charities, our Trustees play a vital role in shaping our strategy, guiding our work,...

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From Loneliness to Connection: How Community Spaces Help Us Through January

19th January 2026

Every year, “Blue Monday” is talked about as the day when January feels at its heaviest - the cold...

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Celebrating Charity Sector Leaders in the 2026 New Year Honours

7th January 2026

As we begin 2026, we’re delighted to celebrate the many remarkable individuals from across the...

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Christian and Emma-Jane

Bristol Charities Welcomes Two New Trustees to Its Board

27th November 2025

Bristol Charities is pleased to announce the appointment of two new trustees, Emma-Jane Dalley,...

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Period Friendly Places Finds a Home at the Vassall Centre

26th November 2025

The Vassall Centre is proud to announce a new partnership with Period Friendly Places,...

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Meet Our Trustees: The People Behind the Mission Trustee Profile: Rob Yeandle

18th November 2025

At Bristol Charities, our Trustees play a vital role in shaping our strategy, guiding our work,...

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Reflections From the Vassall Hub Autumn Fare

30th October 2025

Despite the crashing rain and a sky that refused to play ball, the Vassall Hub Autumn Fare went...

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