Homes. Hubs. Hope. We Build Foundations for Bristol’s Future
We design innovative housing, empower local charities, and foster community-led change—because thriving neighbourhoods start with spaces where people and ideas connect.
Our Vision
Working together to tackle poverty in Bristol
Our Mission
We exist to empower communities through dignified housing, collaborative hubs, and the infrastructure charities need to thrive.
The Problem: Bristol’s communities face fragmented support—charities lack resources, residents lack stable housing, and neighbourhoods lack spaces to connect.
The Solution: We create homes that anchor communities, hubs that spark collaboration, and infrastructure that helps charities thrive—building a fairer Bristol together.
Our Vision
We work together to end poverty in Bristol
Our Mission
Transforming Bristol through community hubs, sector investment and innovative solutions
Our values
Excellence
We set high standards & strive to improve the quality of everything we do.
Aspirational in approach
Embrace innovation, anticipate change & respond with creative solutions.
One team
Working together across different service areas towards shared goals.
Passion for our work
We show pride, enthusiasm & dedication & committed to making a difference.
Housing
We provide spacious, comfortable homes through our almshouse schemes, fostering community connections with on-site support in a safe and friendly setting.
Community Hubs
Community based services
We deliver a range of local projects and activities focussed on bringing people together, enriching lives and reducing isolation and loneliness.
Support for the VCSE sector
Workspace and resources
We provide affordable, accessible workspaces, meeting rooms and strategic investment to help Bristol’s voluntary organisations thrive and increase their impact.
Featured partners
Grants awarded in 2023/24
of funds distributed in 2023/24
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