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Richmond Foundation
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We are an independent charitable foundation that helps people in the London Borough of Richmond to build healthy and fulfilling lives. ✨

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We’re proud to share our 2025 Annual Report, celebrating a year of bold progress and collaboration across Richmond ✨ www.richmondfoundation.org.uk/our-2025-ann...
Our 2025 Annual Report - Richmond Foundation
We’re proud to share our 2025 Annual Report, celebrating a year of bold progress and collaboration across Richmond.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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In our first edition, we share insights and reflections on our Future Leaders partnership programme. Co-designed with @richmondcvs.bsky.social, @acevo.bsky.social and Clear Thinking Consultancy!
September 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Our Learning Lab series opens the doors to our organisational practice. We're sharing insights from partnership projects to internal processes, and revealing what shapes the way we work and grow. 🔗 ow.ly/uIqj50WWUhl
Learning Lab: Spotlight on Future Leaders - Richmond Foundation
Learning Lab is our new series where we open the doors to our organisational practice, from partnership projects to internal processes, and share the insights that shape how we work and grow.
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September 22, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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Announced in our latest newsletter: we’ve launched a new way to spotlight events from across our partner network - introducing our Event Cards! 🎉

To find out more and submit your event: www.richmondfoundation.org.uk/promoting-pa...

🗓️ The deadline to submit August events is this Friday!
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July 23, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Today we’re celebrating 10 years of @360giving.org!

We're proud that our very own Grants Manager, Cally Ballack-Naudé, was invited to join nine others in reflecting on this milestone. 👏

Read Cally’s reflections and more in the anniversary blog:
🔗 www.360giving.org/2025/07/01/1...
July 2, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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🚀 Trustee Forward is recruiting Volunteer Mentors!

Support new trustees & aspiring chairs over 6–9 months. A flexible opportunity with training and support provided.

For more information and how to apply, visit: bit.ly/4dgdNN3 #Trustees #Mentoring @richmondcvs.bsky.social
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May 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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What makes leadership in the voluntary sector unique?

Kita Ikoku & Phil Barron explore risk, resilience & why backing future leaders matters.🌻

🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/wxLV8LIj2VY

#Leadership #VoluntarySector #FutureLeaders
Leadership in the Voluntary and Community Sector with Kita Ikoku and Phil Barron
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May 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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MAY we interrupt your scroll with some good news? ☀️ The sun is out, and so is our May Edition newsletter!

Not subscribed yet? Sign up below and get this month’s edition delivered straight to your inbox.
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May 12, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Thank you to everyone who joined last night's Trustee Forward launch event

Inspiring speakers, great discussion & ideas as we collectively build this important support & development project for local trustees in partnership with @richmondfoundation.bsky.social

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May 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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✨ Exciting news! We've partnered with @richmondcvs.bsky.social to launch Trustee Forward – a 12-month programme designed to support new trustees and aspiring Chairs.

🔗 Learn more and get involved: www.richmondfoundation.org.uk/trustee-forw...
Trustee Forward - Developing Trustees, Growing Impact
Trustee Forward is our investment in new trustees and aspiring Chairs to reduce barriers to trusteeship, increase diversity and enable trustees to lead with confidence.
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April 1, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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To celebrate the launch of our Narrowing the Gap programme, we caught up with Joe Porter to learn how he's leading the initiative at Darell Primary School. Together we're helping to close the education attainment gap for disadvantaged children. Watch to learn more! 🖍️✨ www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXED...
Narrowing the Gap with Joe Porter (Darell Primary School) and Richmond Foundation
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March 28, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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We co-created this film with Richmond Furniture Scheme to highlight the incredible work they do and the essential support they provide through their furniture grants. These grants help those in need access essential household furniture and appliances 🪑👏

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#Richmond #Twickenham
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March 26, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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In the voluntary sector it's easy to feel like you're "working in a silo and focused on responding to need".

Sophie from Richmond Carers Centre reminds us of the experienced voluntary sector in Richmond and the value of creating a local support network 💪

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March 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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"I’ve learned that networking isn’t about asking for something or proving your worth. Instead, it’s about creating meaningful connections rooted in mutual respect and curiosity." 🤝

Gurpreet reflects on the Future Leaders training with Kita Ikoku and @acevo.bsky.social!

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February 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Has this sunny spring morning put a bounce in your step? Let's add to the feel-good spirit by celebrating the @ruils.bsky.social Family Matters Service!

This week RUILS are facilitating FREE training on community organising, led by @citizensuk.org #SouthLondonCitizens

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RUILS: Family Matters - Accessing Support and Advice
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February 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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Abi Palmer (Kew Neighbourhood Association) shares how Lucy Neal and Rose Fenton, founding directors of the London International Festival of Theatre (@liftfestival.bsky.social), inspired her passion for community and education work.

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#FutureChallengers #FutureLeaders #LocalLeadership
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February 12, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of children and families? Darell Primary and Nursery School is hiring a Family Support Lead for our Narrowing the Gap Education Partnership Programme!

📢 Apply now and make a difference!
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#Jobs #Education #FamilySupport
February 11, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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After a gloomy week, I’m definitely ready for some fresh air and a change of scenery! Dose of Nature are all about connecting with nature to support mental well-being.

🎥 Watch this and take a moment to step outside! ☀️ #DoseOfNature #MentalHealth #Nature
Dose of Nature - Improving Health Outcomes
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February 8, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Today's Future Challenger is Karen King! ✨

Karen (@cambriancentre.bsky.social) shares how working with incredible women like Jose Penrose at Hounslow Volunteer Bureau taught her the power of teamwork and the lasting impact of small gestures.

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#WomenInLeadership #CommunityImpact
February 6, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Man & Boy is Hiring an Engagement Coordinator!

This is a fantastic charity that creates life-changing opportunities for boys to build strong, supportive relationships with a male role model in their lives.

🔗 Learn more and apply: ow.ly/cP4o50UTc8Z

#charityjobs #charity #careers
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February 5, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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Part Two of Future Leaders: Future Challengers series is here! ⚡️

First up, Gary reflects on the leader who influenced his work and how SPEAR is collaborating with the Centre for Homelessness Impact and Change Grow Live to reduce homelessness and end rough sleeping.

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February 4, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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We're proud to launch our first Education Partnership Grant: Narrowing the Gap! 📚🚀

We're helping to close the attainment gap for disadvantaged children and their peers by embedding family support in schools, enhancing teacher training, and strengthening community partnerships.

🔗 Link in our bio!
February 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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We’ve just launched our very first quarterly newsletter! 🎉🧡

Stay up to date with our latest news, films, and hand-picked reads from the team. Sign up here: ow.ly/zwGJ50UQa1H
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January 30, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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BlueSky, we have lots to catch up on! Dive into our latest annual report to catch up on the launch of our new name and our renewed commitment to empowering individuals, supporting local initiatives, and driving lasting change in Richmond.

📖 Read more: www.richmondfoundation.org.uk/our-2024-ann...
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January 21, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Just out of a brilliant workshop with @andrewmilesdavis.com and @mediatrust.bsky.social on Bluesky’s potential for charities. Give our page a follow if you were also involved in the session. We’d love to connect with you and share learning! 🚀
January 17, 2025 at 11:09 AM