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Winter HAF 2024: Wrapping Up a Season of Smiles and Support As another successful Winter HAF Programme comes to an end, we look back on the countless smiles, enriching activities, and unforgettable memories created with families across Stoke-on-Trent. We’ve provided not only engaging activities for children from Reception to Year 11 but also healthy meals for every child attending. With most sessions fully booked, the Winter HAF has been another resounding success in bringing happiness,

The big day is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than with the exciting Winter 2024 HAF Programme? Since bookings opened earlier this month, families across Stoke-on-Trent have been securing their spots for a range of enriching activities and festive fun. Running from Saturday 21st December to Sunday 5th January, the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is packed with events designed to bring fun, connection, and

The Hubb Foundation is proud to announce that its founder, Carol Shanahan OBE, has transitioned from her role as a trustee to become Patron of the charity. This milestone reflects Carol’s ongoing dedication to the charity’s mission and her remarkable legacy of service to Stoke-on-Trent. Since founding The Hubb Foundation in 2018, Carol has been a driving force in transforming the lives of young people and families across the city. Under her leadership, the charity

JCB’s third annual Christmas Toy Appeal has delivered a record haul of gifts for distribution to children in Staffordshire and Wrexham. Kind-hearted employees have donated more than 1,700 presents across all of JCB’s UK plants in Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and Wrexham – making it the biggest ever total since the first JCB Christmas Toy Appeal in 2022. The Hubb Foundation now has the mammoth task of wrapping the bulk of the gifts before the charity distributes

As the festive season approaches, The Hubb Foundation is delighted to announce that bookings for the Winter Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme are now live! Running from Saturday 21st December to Sunday 5th January, this programme provides children with enriching activities, nutritious meals, and a safe space to enjoy their school holidays. About the Winter HAF Programme Coordinated by The Hubb Foundation on behalf of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, the HAF programme aims to address

In a recent blog, we introduced Stoke-shuka, a favourite autumnal dish from our Hubb Pots Project families in Stoke-on-Trent. Now, as the weather cools down even more, we’re featuring another warming recipe, brought to you by the one and only Mr Bigz Flavours. This Brown Stew Chicken is a slow-cooker adaptation of a Caribbean classic, made easy and perfect for cozy nights. Here’s the recipe: We’ll take you through the step-by-step cooking directions next… Chef

With autumnal weather moving in and the chill of winter approaching, there’s nothing better than a hearty, home-cooked meal. At The Hubb Foundation, our Hubb Pots Project continues to make a difference for vulnerable households, providing not only the resources but also the knowledge to create nutritious and delicious meals – perfect for these colder months. The Ongoing Impact of Our Slow Cooker Projects Since its launch in 2021, the Hubb Pots Project has received

Chatty Duck Creative, a Fenton-based business rooted in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, has recently extended its support to The Hubb Foundation through a charitable donation. Specialising in crafting compelling English-language copy, content, and campaigns for businesses, public bodies, and charities, Chatty Duck Creative is deeply committed to making a positive difference in the communities it serves. A Commitment to Giving Back Chatty Duck Creative makes a promise each year to donate at least 3% of

At The Hubb Foundation, we are dedicated to supporting families and communities across Stoke-on-Trent, especially during school holidays when children need access to free meals and enrichment activities. Our Business Champions Programme continues to give local businesses the opportunity to partner with us in three impactful ways: Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Join Our Business Champions Programme Whether you become a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Business Champion, you’ll be joining a fantastic network of businesses that

We might be wishing for warmer weather now that there’s a chill in the air, but we can still look back at our exciting Summer programme. In partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council, The Hubb Foundation successfully coordinated another Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme across the city by offering a wide range of physical, creative, and enriching activities. This summer saw over 889 sessions taking place across 70 venues, with Free gym passes for use