November Community Heroes in the Spotlight
This week we’re featuring two more organisations who help men – please share their information as widely as you can.
Safeguarding – What can you do to help?
CAN help people have a better understanding of what safeguarding is and what to do if they’re worried about someone.
ACTS FAST & Ara Recovery For All
To celebrate International Men’s Day this week we’re pleased to feature two groups who help men across BCP and Dorset.
Supporting communities to get Ready for Winter.
The Wellbeing Collaborative team attended the Housing Association’s Charitable Trust (HACT) ‘Getting Ready for Winter’ events.
Home-Start Wessex celebration event
Staff, volunteers and supporters came together earlier this month to celebrate the amazing achievements of volunteers at local families charity Home-Start Wessex and to thank their loyal supporters.
New Year’s Resolution 2024 – Become a Wellbeing Hero!
CAN is calling upon aspiring Wellbeing Volunteers to join their mission in combating loneliness in BCP.
Christchurch Parks are waiting for you!
The Parks Foundation run free nature sessions outdoors throughout the year, suitable for all ages, abilities and interests.
Improving Trans+ Health Care
Space Youth Project is asking trans, non-binary and otherwise gender-diverse people to fill out a survey so they can evidence the needs of the trans+ community.
Calling all Dorset creatives!
BEAF Arts Co and TOSH invite creatives to TOSH, The Old School House, Boscombe, on Wednesday 15th November from 6:00pm – 7:30pm for ‘Open School Creative.’
Volunteering Matters update
The Volunteering Matters update – news, views, and stories to inspire social action!
Roundup – Our support for Charity Trustees
Trustees Week is an annual event to showcase and celebrate the achievements of nearly one million trustees across the UK. On Tuesday 7th November,...
BCP Health Walks
BCP Health Walks take place in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole each week. See more information and their flyer here.
Bournemouth Half Marathon runners raise vital funds for Home-Start Wessex ‘Find Your 50’ campaign
Local dads Scott Richmond and Jody Frost have taken on Home-Start Wessex’s ‘Find your 50’ challenge.
Refugee Support seek Bournemouth base for new Dignity Centre
Refugee Support Europe are hoping to open a new dignity centre in Bournemouth Town Centre which will act as a community hub for those living in temporary accommodation and awaiting their asylum decisions.
Wimborne Community Centre presents … The Community Lounge and Kitchen
Working together with local volunteers this is a community initiative operating solely for public benefit
Hope for Food Recognized as October’s Community Heroes in the Spotlight for World Food Day Amidst UK’s Cost of Living Crisis
On October 16th, a day globally observed as World Food Day, we turn our attention to a remarkable local charity, Hope for Food.
Hammersley Homes celebrates after being awarded over £300,000 in National Lottery funding
Hamersley Homes is celebrating being awarded £327,062 over three years, in funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Annual General Meeting and Networking event
Join us on the 27th of September at The Crown Hotel, West St, Blandford Forum DT11 7AJ for our yearly AGM.

















