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The Blagrave Trust

@blagravetrust.bsky.social
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A collaborative funder that aims to bring lasting change to the lives of young people by investing in them as powerful forces for change.

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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
We’re growing our team and have another exciting role to share! We’re looking for a Management Accountant who can turn financial info into helpful insights. 📍Hybrid, London ⏰ 22nd Sep, 11:30pm www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us If you know someone who’d be prefect for this role, please share!
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
📢 Become our next Grants Officer! We're after someone organised, and values-driven to join our team and support our grant-making. ⏰ Applications close: 16 August 2026 For more information: charityjob.co.uk/jobs/blagrave-trust/grants-officer/1076870?tsId=36 #Hiring #CharityJobs #Jobs #Blagrave
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
This is the story of Blagrave and the journey that has led us to a new chapter - one where we’re choosing to do things differently now, through our new strategy, Leading with Hope. Watch the full animation here: youtu.be/W7ipW2Pv-LI?... #PastPresentFuture #LeadWithHope #TheBlagraveTrust
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Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
National charitable funder @blagravetrust.bsky.social has announced that it will now focus its investment in three English cities as it considers its long-term future
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National funder shifts to place-based grantmaking and considers long-term future
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We’ve launched, Leading with Hope! It marks our shift to place base investment in three communities: Portsmouth, London, and Birmingham. In each place, we’re listening deeply to young people so that they and their communities can lead change that lasts! 🔗 www.blagravetrust.org/uploads/PDFs...
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
We are looking for an individual to shape learning and insight at Blagrave, embedding reflective practice, strengthening impact, and sharing learning across the sector. Apply by 30 April ➡️ www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us/ Please share with those interested ✨ #NowHiring #SocialJusticeJobs
Advert for a Learning and Insights Manager role
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Following an intense assessment period we’ve shortlisted five investment service providers from 60 application for the Endowments Investing Challenge. Find out more and hear from the shortlist: endowmentsinvestingchallenge.com/endowments-i...
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Endowments Investing Challenge shortlist reflects diverse response to impact-focused investor demands – Endowments Investing Challenge
The UK charitable foundations and supporting organisations behind the future generations-focused Endowments Investing Challenge today announced their five shortlisted investment service providers and…
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Being young right now is hard! In the first episode of our Where We Stand series, trusted voices explore the realities young people are facing today whilst also reflecting on the strain on youth work. Let us know your thoughts and join the conversation! youtu.be/odng2leobb0?...
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Where We Stand | Episode 1: Young People & Youth Work
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Following an intense assessment period we’ve shortlisted five investment service providers from 60 application for the Endowments Investing Challenge. Find out more and hear from the shortlist: endowmentsinvestingchallenge.com/endowments-i...
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Endowments Investing Challenge shortlist reflects diverse response to impact-focused investor demands – Endowments Investing Challenge
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
We’re looking for a videographer to collaborate with us at our Youth Led Change Day event! This year’s theme is The Future is Ours, and we’re looking to produce a film that captures the energy, voices and hope of the day in a short film. Apply: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us... #Videographer
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
We’re welcoming 37 incredible Challenge & Change partners 🎉 We’re excited to stand alongside these incredible lived-experience young changemakers driving social justice in powerful ways. Partners, feel free to drop your @ below 👇 #ChallengeAndChange #YouthLedChange #YoungChangemakers
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In Focus Education & Development @infocuscio.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Our free to attend #DSLR1625 photography and arts open sessions for 16-25 yrs in Southampton Hampshire are supported by @artscouncilengland.bsky.social, The National Lottery, @blagravetrust.bsky.social, Quilter Fund and Quakers
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London Youth @londonyouth.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
London’s children and young people matter. They deserve every chance to make the most of their lives. From 2-9 December, every donation we receive will be matched, meaning your support goes twice as far. 🎁 Give now. Double your impact. donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #GivingTuesday #BigGive
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Become @becomecharity.org.uk · 03/12/2025
We're so excited to welcome our new CEO, Anela Anwar to the team! The Youth Editorial Board sat down with Anela to get to know more about her journey and what she hopes to achieve in her new role at Become. Watch the full interview: loom.ly/cXoQ0yE
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
The deadline for proposals is 11:59pm (UK time) on Friday 19 December 2025. We're proud to be working with @blagravetrust.bsky.social, @childrenssociety.bsky.social, @jrf-uk.bsky.social, @vivensa.bsky.social, @shareaction.bsky.social and others. #ImpactInvesting #EndowmentsInvestingChallenge
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Become @becomecharity.org.uk · 31/10/2025
We are pleased to hear that the Conservative party are backing one of our key asks in our #GoneTooFar Campaign: a national sufficiency strategy, so that children don’t have to be moved miles from their support networks. Now, we need action. We need change.
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Download the RFP: www.endowmentsinvestingchallenge.com/request-for-proposals. The deadline is 11:59pm UK time on 19 Dec 2025. Proud to be working with @blagravetrust.bsky.social, @childrenssociety.bsky.social, @jrf-uk.bsky.social, @vivensa.bsky.social, @shareaction.bsky.social and others
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Request for Proposals – Endowments Investing Challenge
Thank you for your interest in the Endowments Investing Challenge (EIC) 2026.
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Campaigning in a time of political turmoil Join Bates Wells on 5 Nov for a webinar unpacking new Electoral Commission guidance, statutory codes, and how to navigate engaging with emerging parties. 🎟️ Register here: bateswells.co.uk/events/webin... #CharitySector #Elections2025 #Campaigning
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Webinar | Campaigning in a time of political turmoil – preparing for the May elections and the regulated period | 5 November | Bates Wells
What does Reform UK’s ascendancy mean for charities and campaigners, ahead of elections next year in Wales, Scotland and across the UK? What are the implications of new Electoral Commission guidance a...
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
We’re refreshing our brand — and looking for a Brand Consultant (individual or agency) with a passion for purpose-led design to help us reflect who we are and what we stand for. ✨ 🔗 For more info and application instructions: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us...
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Download the request for proposals: www.endowmentsinvestingchallenge.com/request-for-proposals. The deadline is 11:59pm (UK time) on 19 Dec 2025. Thanks to partners including @blagravetrust.bsky.social @childrenssociety.bsky.social @jrf-uk.bsky.social @vivensa.bsky.social @shareaction.bsky.social
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Request for Proposals – Endowments Investing Challenge
Thank you for your interest in the Endowments Investing Challenge (EIC) 2026.
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Vivensa Foundation @vivensa.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
It’s time to transform the investment system. We’re inviting investment service providers to propose a bold portfolio for an investment of up to £50m that prioritises positive social and environmental impact for future generations. 1/2 #ImpactInvesting #EndowmentsInvestingChallenge
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Spotlight 4 in our #YoungPeopleInPolicy series: Leicestershire Cares ✨ Through Joining Up, Joining In, young people are leading research, shifting systems, and building community — turning lived experience into real change. 💙 Check them out: www.leicestershirecares.co.uk/about-charit... #Policy
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Become @becomecharity.org.uk · 16/10/2025
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re honoured to amplify a powerful blog by the brilliant Louise Fitt, a care-experienced young person we work with, reflecting on her identity, motherhood, racism, and reclaiming pride. Read her blog: loom.ly/Mq3Ef54
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Friends Provident Foundation @fprovfoundation.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
The deadline for proposals is 11:59pm (UK time) on Friday 19 December 2025. Thanks to partners and supporters: @blagravetrust.bsky.social @childrenssociety.bsky.social @jrf-uk.bsky.social @vivensa.bsky.social @shareaction.bsky.social #ImpactInvesting #YouthVoice #EndowmentsInvestingChallenge
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Spotlight 3 in our #YoungPeopleInPolicy series ✨ At The Challenging Behaviour Foundation young people with severe and multiple disabilities are leading the #WhatMattersToMe project redefining what inclusion and voice really mean. Check them out: www.challengingbehaviour.org.uk #PolicyChange
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Spotlight 2 in our #YoungPeopleInPolicy series ✨ At MAP, young people are leading the Right to Play campaign — pushing for play spaces to be accessible to all children. Their work is already shaping local policy! Check them out: www.map.uk.net #PolicyChange #YouthLedChange
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Act Build Change @actbuildchange.com · 29/09/2025
💼 Challenge and Change Officer at @blagravetrust.bsky.social actbuildchange.com/opportunitie... This is a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with inspiring youth leaders and support their development.
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Challenge and Change Officer at The Blagrave Trust
This is a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with inspiring youth leaders and support their development.
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
We’re hiring a Challenge and Change Officer to stand alongside inspiring young leaders, build real relationships & help resource their vision. 🚨 Apply by Mon 20 Oct, 8am 🔗 More info: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us/ #ChallengeAndChange #YouthLedChange #WereHiring #JobAlert #SocialImpactJobs
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
🌍✨ What if investment put young people & future generations first? This autumn we join UK foundations on the Endowments Investing Challenge — reimagining how wealth is stewarded, with up to £50m committed. For us, it’s about being good ancestors. 💙
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Vivensa Foundation @vivensa.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
We have joined the Endowments Investing Challenge, working alongside partners including @blagravetrust.bsky.social, @childrenssociety.bsky.social, @fprovfoundation.bsky.social and @jrf-uk.bsky.social. Read the full story here: vivensafoundation.org.uk/news/proud-t... #ImpactInvesting #YouthVoice
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Proud to be part of the Endowments Investing Challenge - Vivensa Foundation
A group of leading UK charitable foundations have launched the Endowments Investing Challenge, and we are taking part.
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Not every team day has to be spreadsheets & strategy 😅 We dug into roles & responsibilities 👉 who does what + how we support each other. Then switched gears for some clay play 🎨 Messy, questionable… but fun! 💙 Can you guess what we made? 😂 #TeamDay #BehindTheScenes
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
First up in our Young People in Policy series: @becomecharity.org.uk Through their #GoneTooFar campaign, care-experienced young people are urging policymakers to prioritise stability in children’s lives. We’re grateful to stand alongside them in driving youth-led change 💙 #YouthLed #PolicyChange
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The Churchill Fellowship @churchillfship.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
📣 Funding opportunity @blagravetrust.bsky.social's Challenge and Change fund is offering £10,000 grants to 38 young leaders in England (18–25) using their lived experience to drive social justice. 🔗 Learn more: www.blagravetrust.org/our-work/cha...
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
🚨 Applications for Challenge and Change are OPEN! This fund exists to centre young changemakers – individuals, collectives and movements who are not only imagining better futures but actively building them. APPLY NOW ⬇️ 🔗: www.blagravetrust.org/our-work/cha... #ChallengeAndChange #Blagrave
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
📢 Hiring: Head of Communities & Partnerships! This is a new role to lead values-led partnerships + build the relationships that help youth-led change thrive. Sounds like you? APPLY! 🗓 Deadline: 11:30pm, 3 Aug
 🔗: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us/ #JobAd #BlagraveTrust #WorkWithUs #Jobs #Work
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
🌟Partner Spotlight: In Focus Education & Development   This #CreateWeek, we’re shining a light on @infocuscio.bsky.social, a brilliant Southampton-based charity empowering young people through creativity, leadership and personal development.   ✨ Keep an eye on their work this #CreateWeek.
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In Focus Education & Development @infocuscio.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
🎨📸 Know a creative young person aged 10–17? Our Photography & Arts Workshops are back this summer! Wednesdays at Network Eagle Labs, Southampton. 🪶 Book by 30 June for early bird discount! 🎟️https://tr.ee/TOqqPz
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
‼️ Deadline soon closing! ‼️ If this opportunity sounds like something you’re interested in, apply via our website: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us... Deadline: 11:59, Friday 13th June. #Opportunity #Work #TheBlagraveTrust #Seeking #Storytelling #Learning #Partner
An open call for a Learning and Evaluation Partner
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London Youth @londonyouth.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re shining a light on the power of #community. Community-based youth work meets young people where they're at. For young people, having a safe space they choose to go and where they can be themselves can be life-changing.
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Looking for an interesting read? ✨ In Stir to Actions latest interview, our CEO Eli @elijahdem.bsky.social reflects on the role of philanthropy, accountability, and how we can better support young changemakers. Give it a read and join the conversation! www.stirtoaction.com/articles/phi...
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Philanthropy, Power, and Systems Change
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Curious about what we’re learning through the Young People in Policymaking Fund? 🧠 📖 Head to our website to check out our latest blog! 🔗: www.blagravetrust.org/young-people... #YouthVoice #PolicyChange #LearningTogether #BlagraveTrust
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Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
In this fortnightly column, Civil Society looks at funding pots available to the UK charity sector, featuring @blagravetrust.bsky.social, @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk and more
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Who’s Funding: Blagrave Trust, National Lottery Community Fund and more
In this fortnightly column, Civil Society looks at funding pots available to the UK charity sector…
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
🚨 Two exciting opportunities ahead! If you’re passionate about young people, social justice and real change then these roles might be for you! 1️⃣ Vice Chair: www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/191583-v... 2️⃣ Safeguarding Lead Trustee: www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/191585-s... #TrusteeRoles #Blagrave
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Power to Change @powertochange.org.uk · 01/04/2025
Interested in applying for Trading for Good? The programme gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income, and support your community. Learn more on 8 April in an online session hosted by @the-sse.org. More info: www.powertochange.org.uk/event/tradin...
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Trading for Good Information Session #2 - Power to Change
Learn how Trading for Good can help you develop your community business through a specialist programme of support.
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The Blagrave Trust @blagravetrust.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
🎥 Calling all videographers 🎥 We’re looking for a talented videographer to capture the energy, stories and impact of our grant partners in our upcoming Pathways Fund Cohort Meet Up! 📹✨ Application deadline: 9am Monday 31st March 🔗: www.blagravetrust.org/work-with-us...
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Big Change @bigchangecharity.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
It's an exciting opportunity to access up to £40,000 in pilot funding and a 12-month tailored learning and development programme worth £10,000. We’ll back 10 young leaders or teams who are ready to take action and create lasting change. Head to 👉 bit.ly/3QAMwuu (2/2)
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The Spark Awards for Big Changemakers
Reimagine the future and spark lasting change for all young people.
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Big Change @bigchangecharity.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
📢 Calling all young #BigChangemakers! Are you a 18-25-year-old in England with a pilot-ready project to spark lasting change for young people? The #SparkAwards for #BigChangemakers is here to back you. ✨ (1/2) www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE-9...
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