A moving memorial quilt created by the Bristol Star Stitchers at the Vassall Community Hub will be...
Grenfell Memorial Quilt Created at the Vassall Community Hub to Be Displayed at Bristol Cathedral
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Celebrating Community in Action: The Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People
At the Vassall Centre, we're proud to be home to organisations that don't just deliver services,...
Building Stronger Connections with Families Through Partnership
Charity Wallis, Director of Development at Bristol Charities, reflects on her visit to Frome Vale Academy, highlighting the importance of early relationships and community connections for families. The visit emphasized strong partnerships between schools, community hubs, and local organizations, fostering holistic support for children and families. Vassall Community Hub focuses on building trusted relationships and accessible support to help families thrive.
Growing Confidence Through Community: Props Trainees Join Fix It Forward
A new partnership between Props and Fix It Forward is helping transform more than just gardens -...
🎤 Storytelling, Partnerships, and People: How the CIoF Convention Left Me Feeling Inspired and Ready to Act
By Issie McMillan Last month, I had the privilege of attending the Chartered Institute of...
Working Together to Tackle Post-16 NEET Challenges in Bristol
Charity Wallis and Rachel Jewell joined the VCSE Post-16 NEET Reduction Planning Session in Bristol, focusing on collaborative efforts to support young people not in education, employment, or training. The event emphasized the need for partnership, early intervention, and long-term investment to break the link between deprivation and opportunity, aligning with Bristol Education Partnership’s goals.
“You Would Actually Be Giving Back”
Watch Anita’s Story of Community, Connection and Volunteering Bristol Charities is proud to share...
🌟 Inside the Vassall Centre: Introducing our Tenants
Sight Support West of England, based at the Vassall Centre since 2018, supports over 1,800 blind and partially sighted people across Bristol and the West of England. They offer advice, digital skills, social opportunities, and one-to-one support to help individuals maintain independence and reduce isolation. The charity plans to expand local peer groups and befriending services.
A place to live, and a place to belong: the story of Stockwood’s almshousing
https://youtu.be/yvdSkumVMfk Tucked away in Stockwood, Haberfield House is part of a much longer...
The Great Get Together: Celebrating Community Connection Across Bristol Charities
This weekend marks the tenth anniversary of the Great Get Together, inspired by Jo Cox’s belief in unity and kindness. From 19–21 June 2026, Bristol Charities’ community hubs will host activities promoting wellbeing, creativity, and connection. Events like Tai Chi, poetry sessions, and local fairs celebrate community spirit, emphasizing inclusion, compassion, and shared experience across Bristol.
Loneliness Awareness Week: Sometimes We All Need a Place to Belong
One of our volunteers was telling me recently that although he lives surrounded by extended family...
Learning Disability Week 2026: Do You See Me?
Reflections by Becky King, Director of Props This week invites us to reflect on many things. How...