Bristol Community Connect – Your Local Hub

Looking for something to do in Bristol that actually matters? You’ve landed in the right spot. Here you’ll find a tidy list of community projects, charity fundraisers, youth programmes and environmental groups all in one place.

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Our latest posts cover everything from the most popular school clubs to the top environmental charities to support in 2025. Want to know which after‑school clubs boost kids’ confidence or how to start volunteering without burning out? Just scroll down and pick what clicks with you.

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Signing up is simple – click a cause, read the steps, and you’re set. Whether you have an hour a week or can lead a fundraising event, there’s a role that fits your schedule. Join the conversation, share ideas, and help Bristol stay connected and thriving.

Ready to make a change? Dive in, pick a project, and start making a real impact right now.

What Environmental Factors Cause Mental Illness?

Environmental factors like air pollution, noise, lack of green space, poor housing, and social isolation are proven contributors to mental illness. Learn how your surroundings affect your mental health-and what can be done.

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How to Apply for a Local Food Bank in the UK

Learn how to apply for a local food bank in the UK, including how to get a voucher, what to expect when you visit, and what help is available if you're struggling to afford food.

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What Is the Most Successful Fundraiser Ever? The Story Behind the Record-Breaking Campaign

The Ice Bucket Challenge raised over $220 million in eight weeks for ALS research, making it the most successful fundraiser in history. Learn how a simple viral act changed science and charity forever.

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Programs That Help Seniors with Home Repairs in Massachusetts

Massachusetts offers free home repair programs for seniors to fix unsafe stairs, leaky roofs, and broken bathrooms. Learn how to apply, what’s covered, and who qualifies-no matter your income.

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What's a Better Word Than 'Volunteer'? 10 Stronger Alternatives for Community Engagement

Discover 10 powerful alternatives to 'volunteer' that inspire real action and deeper community connection. Stop using outdated language-start speaking in ways that move people to show up.

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What Is the Biggest Charity Event in the World?

The biggest charity event in the world is Walk the Walk’s Breast Cancer Now Big Walk, which has raised over £150 million since 2003. Other major events include Movember, Comic Relief, and the London Marathon.

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Why Are Some People Against Volunteering?

Many people resist volunteering not because they’re uncaring, but because they’re tired of being asked to fix broken systems with free labor. Here’s why some are saying no-and what real change looks like.

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What Charity Feeds the Most People? Top Global Food Relief Organizations

The World Food Programme feeds the most people globally, serving 152 million in 2024. Feeding America leads in the U.S., while the Salvation Army and Food for the Poor provide critical local and international aid. Learn who’s making the biggest impact and how you can help.

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What Is the Cheapest Fundraiser? Low-Cost Ideas That Actually Raise Money

Discover the cheapest fundraisers that actually raise money - from car washes to bake sales - with real examples from UK communities. No big budgets needed.

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What Are the 7 Main Types of Ecosystems and How They Keep Our Planet Alive

Discover the seven main types of ecosystems - forests, aquatic, deserts, grasslands, tundra, wetlands, and artificial - and how each one supports life on Earth. Understand their roles, threats, and why protecting them matters for everyone.

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Why Are Kids So Hungry After School?

Kids come home starving after school because they’ve gone hours without food-and after-school clubs make it worse. Learn why this happens and what can be done to help.

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What Is the Hardest Mental Illness to Live With?

Some mental illnesses are harder to live with than others-not because they're more severe, but because they're misunderstood, underfunded, and ignored. This is what it's really like.

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