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Sean's Place
Groups and charities we've helped /
August 2023

Sean's Place

We awarded funding to Liverpool based Sean's Place. They are a Community Interest Company focused on supporting men over the age of 18 with mental health concerns.

Mind and Soul Choir
Groups and charities we've helped /
August 2023

Mind and Soul Community Choir

Mind and Soul Choir based in South-East London was awarded funding in April this year, They were formed in 2006 and their objective is to promote mental wellbeing through singing and reduce the stigma that surrounds mental illness.

Simon McCall cropped
Foundation news /
August 2023

New Chairperson

We are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chairperson; Simon McCall, Barchester’s Commercial Director.  After six full-filling years at the helm, Barchester’s CEO, Dr Pete Calveley, has decided it is time to hand over the reins to Simon.  D

Jamie justgiving photo
Fundraising for us /
August 2023

Jamie Hodgson jumps solo

Laurel Bank Care Home Deputy Manager and Foundation trustee Jamie Hodgson is taking his fundraising to crazy new heights by doing a solo skydive on Saturday 2nd September.

GW Arts
Groups and charities we've helped /
July 2023

GW Arts CIC

At the beginning of this year we awarded funding to GW Arts CIC, based in Penryn, Cornwall. Grays Wharf Arts is a not-for-profit arts organisation with a programme of creative community engagement and exhibitions.

Headspace Bolton CIC
Groups and charities we've helped /
July 2023

Headspace Bolton CIC

We recently awarded a grant to Headspace Bolton, a Community Interest Company established by people with lived experience of mental illness and experienced mental health staff with experience of caring. They support people of all ages to come together and engage in a wide range of high quality…

Foldable Mobility Scooter
Individuals we've helped /
July 2023

Foldable Mobility Scooter

At the beginning of this year we awarded a funding contribution to a lady called Chantelle who has a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy. Our grant was used towards the cost of a foldable mobility scooter to help her to improve her independence.

Jamie & Ava
Groups and charities we've helped /
July 2023

Real Inspiration CIC

Back in November last year we awarded funding to Real Inspiration CIC. Real Inspiration is a social enterprise that offers training and craft therapy for adults and young people facing social barriers.

gnr collage
Fundraising for us /
July 2023

Barchester runners in the Great North Run

We are delighted to have a committed and enthusiastic Barchester team taking part in the AJ Bell Great North Run on Sunday 10th September.

Our runners are:

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