Grassroot Communities

Grassroot Communities Grassroot Communities is a Bristol-based Community Interest Company (CIC) backing young people aged 8 to 30 from underserved communities across the city.

We're also the team behind Bristol Birdman, our annual flying machine fundraiser on the harbourside.

This week’s multisports session went really well, with the same 16 students returning again 🙌 We set up three teams and ...
07/05/2026

This week’s multisports session went really well, with the same 16 students returning again 🙌 We set up three teams and played 8-minute matches, which kept things moving, kept everyone involved, and also gave them enough recovery time ⚽️

There was a huge improvement in language from last week, and this time no reminders were needed at all 👏 Sportsmanship was also really strong, with everyone playing fairly and getting stuck in 💪

At one point our Mitch nearly got hit in the face by the ball, but just managed to move his head out of the way in time 😅

A few students left early as they were being picked up, so we adapted by merging one team into the others and finishing with a bigger game, which they really enjoyed 🔄

Overall, a really enjoyable session with great progress and a positive atmosphere throughout 💚

Big shoutout to Bristol.Live for covering the story behind Bristol Birdman 💚This event is about more than just the jum...
06/05/2026

Big shoutout to Bristol.Live for covering the story behind Bristol Birdman 💚

This event is about more than just the jump—it’s about community, connection, and creating opportunities for young people.

There are still a few team spots left, and it’s completely FREE for spectators—come be part of it 🙌

A big shout goes out to young legend Desney who attends Grassroot Communities: Knowle West - Multi Sports Club… She’s on...
06/05/2026

A big shout goes out to young legend Desney who attends Grassroot Communities: Knowle West - Multi Sports Club…

She’s only gone and been selected as a finalist for the Bristol Young Heroes - Super Hero Award ✊🏻🙌🏽🙏🏿

Des, showing up every week, supporting other young people, helping with the sessions, knocking on doors for others before the sessions, helping out Owen and the other youth workers. You might not think this is anything to shout about, but we do!!! We are very proud and thankful for all you do ❤️

Win, lose or draw - your an absolute winner in our book and it’s great that your efforts and energies have been acknowledged 😊 Have a great night out 🎉

Young people are the solution, not the problem… Change is happening from the grassroots and up 🌱☝🏻💚

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Team Announcement: Bakehouse Factory return! 🕊️🍞2025 champions Bakehouse Factory are back for the Bristol Birdman and re...
05/05/2026

Team Announcement: Bakehouse Factory return! 🕊️🍞

2025 champions Bakehouse Factory are back for the Bristol Birdman and ready to defend their title.

They impressed last year, but this time the competition is fierce and everyone will be chasing the top spot.

Will they fly to the skies or are they toast?

Every team is helping raise funds to support the youth and community work of Grassroot Communities, helping create more positive opportunities for young people.💛

🍳 Creative Club is back and cooking! 🎨Last week marked our first cooking session at Creative Club, and it was a fantasti...
04/05/2026

🍳 Creative Club is back and cooking! 🎨

Last week marked our first cooking session at Creative Club, and it was a fantastic start. The group got hands-on in the kitchen, learning the basics of knife skills and heat safety while building confidence around food preparation.

🥞 We put those skills into practice by making some flipping good pancakes, with everyone choosing their own toppings. There were some brilliant combinations and plenty of creativity on display.

🎨 The creativity did not stop there. The group also designed their own food-inspired monsters, bringing imagination and personality into the session.

Most importantly, it was a space full of energy, laughter and positive engagement. Sessions like this are about more than just cooking or art. They help young people build confidence, learn new skills and feel part of a supportive community.

👏 A brilliant first session and a great start to our weekly activities after Easter.

30/04/2026

Big thanks to Gary Davies for the Radio 2 shout out earlier today!

Mad that we've been named in the same line-up as F1, Wimbledon and the FA Cup Final!

There are only two team spots left, so if you think your business team is up for it, check out the link in our bio to sign up and get flying - it's all in support of the youth and community work we do!

So, on Monday night our monthly GC team meeting was a bit thin on the ground due to the bank holiday and the changing of...
30/04/2026

So, on Monday night our monthly GC team meeting was a bit thin on the ground due to the bank holiday and the changing of dates…

However, the legends that could attend got stuck into sharing news and updates on our youth work session delivery across South Bristol…

Then rolled up their sleeves and got creative on phase 2 of our flying machine build 🐦

Big up to our friends at Morrisons for donating old promotion boards, Upfest - The Urban Paint Festival for gifting partly used graffiti cans and our Mitch’s dad at Cormack Commercial LTD for giving us some vinyl for the build✊🏻🙌🏽🙏🏿

We don’t mind leaking our trade secrets… Glider and RAF bound/ youth worker pilot - we don’t come to mess around 👊🏻

Well, that’s not technically true! Now our Creative Club team and young people who attend will be developing a right silly sausage outfit for the run way 🤣 Together we will fly 💥🚀✨

🔥 Back to it at our Youth Sports Session! 🔥This week marked our first session back, and it was a great way to start. Wit...
30/04/2026

🔥 Back to it at our Youth Sports Session! 🔥

This week marked our first session back, and it was a great way to start. With a smaller group of 16 young people, we created a positive and focused environment where everyone had the chance to get involved and enjoy the game.

⚽ We ran multiple 10-minute matches to keep the energy high and ensure maximum participation throughout. The effort, teamwork and enthusiasm on display were fantastic to see.

As always, part of what we do at Grassroot Communities is about more than just sport. Midway through the session, we paused to reinforce expectations around communication and respect. The group responded really well, and this helped the rest of the session run smoothly and positively.

💬 These moments matter. We are supporting young people to grow not just as players, but as individuals.

👏 Proud of the effort. Proud of the progress. Looking forward to next week.

We're on the news... again!And now the pressure is on to be the whimsical competition we've been branded as - I'm lookin...
29/04/2026

We're on the news... again!

And now the pressure is on to be the whimsical competition we've been branded as - I'm looking at you Bakehouse Factory

Go check out the article and share it with your whimsical people.

2 TEAM SPOTS LEFT! SIGN UP ON OUR WEBSITE!
https://f.mtr.cool/tizbhgwcav

Crikey, our Mitch from Hartcliffe is the third young legend nominated by Grassroot Communities… He’s only gone and been...
24/04/2026

Crikey, our Mitch from Hartcliffe is the third young legend nominated by Grassroot Communities…

He’s only gone and been accepted as a Sports Hero finalist at this year’s Bristol Young Heroes awards.

Win, lose or draw Mitch, you’re a real hero in our book… We are very proud to have played a small part in your journey so far and cannot wait to see what the future holds for you ✊🏻🙌🏽🙏🏿

Ps. Your application for the RAF will need a new line!!!
- Volunteer - Hartcliffe Community Boxing Club
- Young Leader - Hartcliffe Community Boxing Club
- Degree in Sports Science
- Detached youth work summer sessions
- Lead Worker - Multi Sports Club - Hartcliffe
- Support youth worker - HCYP - Open Access
- Pastoral care at Merchants Academy
⭐️ GC Bristol Birdman pilot 🐦
🏆 Sporting Hero finalist

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TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT! 🕊️Things just got very interesting…Yogscast Games are officially taking on the Bristol Birdman 2026We...
23/04/2026

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT! 🕊️

Things just got very interesting…

Yogscast Games are officially taking on the Bristol Birdman 2026

We can’t wait to see what they bring to the skies 👀😏

Whatever it is, we’re here for it. Let the games begin!

23/04/2026

Have you heard about the Bird?!🐦

If not, you have now - SPREAD THE WORD ✊🏻🙌🏽🙏🏿

Our local legend and Bristol Birdman MC 🎤 Downsy on location at the Harbourside in Bristol…

See you on the 14th of June 👍🏻

If your a business who wants to explore:

⭐️ Entering a team
✨ Sponsoring the event
💫 Business team stewards

Check out our website for details 👇🏻

🔗 https://f.mtr.cool/acvadywyfp - Link in bio

Grassroot Communities supports young people and communities to fly 365 days a year through transformational youth and community work ❤️

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