Summer HAF 2025 is Here! Let the Fun Begin…
The summer holidays are here and that can only mean one thing… HAF is back! In partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council and funded by the Department for Education, The Hubb Foundation is bringing together local providers to deliver the HAF programme for another summer. Open to children aged 5 to 16 (including 4 year-olds in […]
HAF a Blast This Summer – Book Now!
Get ready Stoke-on-Trent! The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is back this summer with an exciting lineup of activities, delicious food and enriching experiences for children and young people. Running from Monday, 21st July to Sunday, 31st August 2025, the Summer HAF sessions are completely free for eligible families and promise to make this […]
19,000 Children in Crisis: Stoke-on-Trent Needs You
Right now, 19,000 children in Stoke-on-Trent are living in absolute poverty. That’s not just a statistic, it’s thousands of young lives affected by hunger, stress, and isolation – but there is hope, with your help, we can do even more. Behind Every Statistic Is a Story In Stoke-on-Trent, nearly 40% of children qualify for free […]
Carol Shanahan OBE Awarded Honorary Freedom of Stoke-on-Trent
This week marks a proud and historic moment for Stoke-on-Trent, not only as the city celebrates 100 years since receiving official city status, but as it honours one of its most inspiring leaders – Carol Shanahan OBE, Founder and Patron of The Hubb Foundation, who is being awarded the Honorary Freedom of the City. More […]
In Good Company: Hubb Club Volunteers Making a Difference
Since its launch nearly two years ago, The Hubb Club has been transforming lives across Stoke-on-Trent. The project, created by The Hubb Foundation and delivered in partnership with five trusted organisations – Port Vale FC Foundation, Chell Area Family Action Group, The Indi Club, Middleport Matters, and Stoke City FC Community Trust is all about […]
Easter HAF 2025 Comes to a Sweet End
From Monday 14th to Sunday 27th April, Stoke-on-Trent came alive with Easter HAF 2025 – a two-week programme packed full of fun, food, and fantastic experiences for children and young people across the city. With 325 events and nearly 10,000 places filled, it’s safe to say this Easter was a cracking success! The continued success […]
Meet the People Behind the Purpose: Introducing The Hubb Foundation’s Trustees, Chair and Patron
At The Hubb Foundation, we believe in community-driven change. As an independent, socially inclusive charity, our mission is to support families across Stoke-on-Trent – creating happy, healthy school holidays and brighter futures for children and young people. Behind every activity, event, and programme we run, our board of trustees play a vital role in shaping […]
Hubb Pots Recipe: A Slow Cooker Recipe You’ll Melt For
At The Hubb Foundation, we love sharing fun and easy ways to bring families together in the kitchen. As part of our Hubb Pots Project, Josie from Castel’s Cupcakes & Bakes shares her slow cooker recipe for chocolate lava cake. Whether you’re a baking beginner or just fancy trying something new, this recipe is a […]
Steering Towards Sustainability
The Hubb Foundation is proud to announce that our very own Tom Beecham, Operations Manager, has joined the steering group of the Stoke-on-Trent Food Partnership. This role places Tom as part of a dynamic team dedicated to reshaping our local food landscape towards a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable future. Collaborative Efforts for Community Wellbeing […]
A Night of Celebration and Charity!
The Rebus Training Annual Awards Evening was not only a celebration of exceptional achievements but also a significant charitable event, with a raffle benefitting The Hubb Foundation. The evening showcased the remarkable spirit of community and giving, highlighted by the involvement of Adam Yates, our very own Chief Operating Officer. Adam not only presented awards […]