Advert for a Learning and Insights Manager role

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/

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#NowHiring #SocialJusticeJobs

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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…

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...

Where We Stand | Episode 1: Young People & Youth Work YouTube video by Blagrave Trust

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!

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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...

Open call for a videographer

Open call for a videographer

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

A group picture of the Challenge and Change cohort

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Request for Proposals – Endowments Investing Challenge Thank you for your interest in the Endowments Investing Challenge (EIC) 2026.

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

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...

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

Tender for a brand consultant

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...

#Brand #PurposeLedDesign #Hiring

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Request for Proposals – Endowments Investing Challenge Thank you for your interest in the Endowments Investing Challenge (EIC) 2026.

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

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

Grant partner spotlight

Grant partner spotlight

Grant partner spotlight

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

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: https://loom.ly/Mq3Ef54

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

Grant partner spotlight- young people in policy

Grant partner spotlight- young people in policy

Grant partner spotlight- young people in policy

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

Grant partner spotlight

Grant partner spotlight

Grant partner spotlight

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

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.

💼 Challenge and Change Officer at @blagravetrust.bsky.social
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This is a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with inspiring youth leaders and support their development.

Challenge and Change Officer job advert

Challenge and Change Officer job advert

Challenge and Change Officer job advert

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

🌍✨ 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. 💙

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.

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

A group of people sitting around a table smiling at a selfie whilst playing with clay

A clay burger

A face made of clay

A flower made of clay

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

Grant partner spotlight for our Young People in Policy programme

Grant partner spotlight for our Young People in Policy programme

Grant partner spotlight for our Young People in Policy programme

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

Challenge and Change 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...