Aid Box Community - Hope and Help to Refugees

18/10/2026

☀️For anybody new to Aid Box Community, we would like to reintroduce ourselves and our services.

To those who have been supporting us or using our services for a while, here is some updated info on the services we provide.🤍

✨At ABC we provide a warm welcome and community to those seeking sanctuary in Bristol and offer services that support people on their path to financial and emotional independence.🌻

Follow us to keep up with good news stories, our services and upcoming events.🤳

www.aidboxcommunity.co.uk❤️

15/10/2026

👠Bristol... it’s time to put your dancing shoes on! 💃🏻🪩🕺🏽December 10th from 7.30 onwards @ The Jam Jar

Get ready to kick off the festive season with an unforgettable night of live music featuring high energy, horn-fuelled and soul drenched the mighty Soul Destroyers and foot-stomping bluegrass pop, punk and hip hop covers from The Arkansaw Jukebox Collective. ➡️Scroll over for a little taster
..all supporting those seeking safety here in Bristol with safe spaces, community connections and vital services.

Grab your friends, your partners, your kids, your parents or anyone who enjoys a sing-along groovy time - we promise it’s one not to miss!
Expect a busy dance floor and plenty of cheer❤️❤️❤️

Will you join team ABC for a festive boogie?🎉

🔗Grab your tickets fast!! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aidbox-community-christmas-party-ft-the-soul-destroyersarkansaw-jukebox-tickets-1997690858133?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

We’ll all be there stomping out feet so we really hope to see you there 🌟

15/10/2026

📬 Our latest newsletter is here!
From powerful stories of community and belonging to the impact we've made together, there's plenty happening at Aid Box Community.
Inside, you'll find:
💙 Updates from our services and activities
📈 Highlights of the difference your support is making
🏠 The challenges facing people seeking sanctuary in Bristol
🌱 A look at what's next for ABC and how you can get involved

Every achievement in this newsletter reflects the generosity, solidarity and compassion of our community. Thank you for being part of it.

👉 Read the latest edition here:
https://mailchi.mp/aidboxcommunity.co.uk/inside-abc-stories-impact-whats-next

We’re so excited to share our 2025–26 Impact Report, reflecting on a year of progress, meaningful change, and the people and communities at the heart of what we do.

14/10/2026

📣 Can you help us stock our Free Shop?
As the seasons change, our Free Shop has been getting busier, and we’re running low on some key items that are always in demand.

We’re currently looking for donations of:
👕 Men’s clothing (trousers, jumpers, coats)
👟 Trainers
🎒 Backpacks
🍽️ Crockery (pots & pans, plates, bowls, etc.)
🔌 Small electrical items ‼️microwaves, vacuum cleaners, hair dryers, blenders, toasters, lamps, irons, kettles

Every donation helps refugees and people seeking asylum in Bristol access essential items with dignity, free of charge.

If you have any good-quality items you’d like to donate, please bring them to our Hub in St Andrews.
👉 www.aidboxcommunity.co.uk/donate-your-items

Thank you for helping keep our Free Shop stocked and ready for those who need it most 💙

08/10/2026

🍂Our ABC volunteers have created some lovely, cosy looks this week at our free shop which is well stocked and prepared for the autumn season!🍁

Which is your favourite? ✨

❤️Want to look this good? Join us at our free shop. We’re open Monday-Friday from 10.30am - 3.30pm.

🧡Or donate your unwanted cosy items with the change of seasons! Check our website for more info on what we are looking for. Drop-off times:
Monday: 9 am - 5pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 5pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 аm- 6 рm
Friday: 9 am - 5pm

In our Free Shop asylum seekers and refugees in Bristol can shop for any living item they are in need of with dignity and choice. ❤️❤️❤️

07/10/2026

We’ve had some brilliant local fundraisers supporting ABC recently, and we’re completely blown away by your generosity! ❤️

🎨 Art on the Hill raised a whopping £920 through art, cakes and bakes. Huge thanks to Nish-art.com and lovely Becca for opening up her gorgeous home for the event!

🎉 Theresa & Seymour Avenue’s street party raised an incredible £800 — thank you to everyone who made it such a fab day!

And finally, a huge shoutout to everyone behind the brilliant Chesterfield Road street party this weekend.

Our local supporters have been pulling out all the stops, and we couldn’t be more grateful. 💛

Want to get involved? Join the ABC Angels, our community fundraising volunteer team, and find out how you can support ABC locally.
📅 14 October | 6–7:30pm
📍 ABC Hub, Bristol — or join online
Sign up via the link in our bio! 💛
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/8Y6ZA3q6sF

21/09/2026

ABC’s team winning ‘Our City Community Cup’ in 2024! 🏆💚 Want to join in the joy?

Looking for football volunteers on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 2.30pm - 4.30pm!

Last year, 281 people took part in the ABC’s football groups, with 40+ men attending each session. For those attending the group, football provides more than physical activity. It creates routine, connection, friendship and a space to focus on something positive. As well as some very good banter.

All of this can mean the world to someone navigating the asylum system and life in a new country and city alone. Especially if you’re a young man.

What do our members have to say?
⚽️‘Playing football at ABC is more than a therapist.’ ⚽️’Sport talks a different language. No matter what you’re facing, sport is an escapism.’ ❤️

One of the only sports that truly transcends any language and culture.

Volunteer with this great bunch! 💚🌟💚
🔗 https://airtable.com/appYGupMlStcNMsjm/shr2kkGCOZizy5FMA

⚽️🏃🏾‍♂️

10/09/2026

Want to volunteer flexibly, get involved in your local community and make something happen? 💛

Love bringing people together? Whether that’s over good food, live music, a BBQ, a boogie, a street party, or a games night with friends.

You could be an ABC Angel! 👼

ABC Angels are volunteer community fundraisers who turn their ideas and community connections into fundraising events, raising vital funds for ABC’s work supporting refugees and people seeking asylum in Bristol.

✨ Meet new people
✨ Take action in your community
✨ Bring your fundraising ideas to life
✨ Be part of something bigger

You don’t need to commit every week —
just bring your energy, ideas and community spirit.

Join our OCTOBER MEETING to find out what it’s all about!

📅 ABC Angels October meeting
14th October | 6–7:30pm
📍 ABC Hub, Bristol — or join online

Sign up via the link in our bio. 💛
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/8Y6ZA3q6sF

Be more than just a part of your community. Help make something happen! ❤️❤️

08/09/2026

🍼 Can you help? We're looking for a rocking crib or cradle 🍼
We're currently supporting a family with a new baby and are looking for a rocking crib or cradle in good condition. If you have one you'd be happy to donate, we'd love to hear from you.

We're also currently in particular need of:
✅ Men's clothing (especially needed)
✅ Towels
✅ Small electrical items and household appliances (kettles, toasters, blenders, hairdryers)
✅ Trainers in good condition
✅ Backpacks
✅ Suitcases

One of our team members is also setting up a fitness group and is looking for donations of:
💪 Boxing gloves and pads
💪 Yoga mats
💪 Weights
💪 Step-up boxes
💪 Skipping ropes
💪 Resistance bands

⚠️ Please note: We are not currently accepting women's clothing due to limited storage and current stock levels.

Every donated item helps refugees and people seeking asylum access essentials, improve their wellbeing, and build a life with dignity in Bristol.

Drop-Off: Aid Box Community, Sommerville Rd, St Andrews, BS6 5BX
Open: Mon-Fri , 9am - 5pm. Weds & Thurs longer hours from 8am - 6pm.

📦 For the crib/cradle and all other donations listed above:
Visit: www.aidboxcommunity.co.uk/donate-your-items
Email: [email protected]

🏋️ For gym equipment donations:
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your continued support. We couldn't do this without our incredible community ❤️❤️❤️

03/09/2026

🎄 Refutrees is !🎄
📢We're looking for a new VOLUNTARY TRADING DIRECTOR to join our REFUTREES team at Aid Box Trading (ABC)!

🎅Flexible volunteer role, most active between November-February

We're looking for someone with experience in:
⭐ Senior management or governance
⭐ Finance experience
⭐ Business oversight
to take the lead at Refutrees and help us keep the Christmas spirit going strong, all in support of refugees and people seeking asylum in Bristol.

📍 Bristol | Voluntary Role
📨 Apply by: September 22, 2026
📅 Schedule: Flexible, most active between November-February

TO APPLY: Email [email protected] with your CV & a cover letter!

More info: https://www.aidboxcommunity.co.uk/join-our-team