The Printing Charity

The Printing Charity Established in 1827, we have been helping people from print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing.

Established in 1827, we have been helping people from the graphics, print, publishing and packaging industry ever since.

🏡 Next in our 2025 Impact Report series: our Almshouses.For people retired from print, paper, packaging, graphics and pu...
20/08/2026

🏡 Next in our 2025 Impact Report series: our Almshouses.

For people retired from print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing, our Almshouses offer independent living in friendly, safe communities.

In 2025:

🏠 2 Almshouses, 72 apartments and 76 residents
🔑 9 new residents welcomed during the year
📈 83% occupancy, with 46 enquiries received

“It’s just like living in a street. People chat, and everyone’s friendly. I know it’s a good place to live.”

Gillian, Almshouse resident

👉 Read the full report: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Printing-Charity-2025-Impact-Report-DIGITAL.pdf?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Nextinour2

Tickets are now on sale for The Printing Charity’s 197th Annual Luncheon, bringing together people from across print, pa...
18/08/2026

Tickets are now on sale for The Printing Charity’s 197th Annual Luncheon, bringing together people from across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing. Everyone who works across our sectors is welcome.

Join us on Thursday 19th November at Plaisterers’ Hall in London for an afternoon celebrating our print community. Whether you’ve worked in the sector for decades or you’re just getting started, the Luncheon is for you.

As we mark the start of the charity’s 200th year, we’re delighted to welcome our 2026 Honorary President, Baroness Floella Benjamin, as keynote speaker.

🗓️ Thursday 19th November 2026
📍 Plaisterers’ Hall, London
💷 £135 per person, including a drinks reception with canapés, a three-course meal with wine, coffee and petit fours
🎤 Keynote speaker: Baroness Floella Benjamin

🎟️ Book your place: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/supporting-businesses/annual-luncheon?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Ticketsare

On National Nonprofit Day, we’re sharing a reminder of why we're here: to support people who work or have worked across ...
17/08/2026

On National Nonprofit Day, we’re sharing a reminder of why we're here: to support people who work or have worked across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing.

Whether someone needs practical help, emotional support or financial assistance, we’re here to listen and help.

Find out more about the ways we're here to help: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/supporting-people?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=OnNational

Watch our short film to learn more about The Printing Charity: https://youtu.be/sRbLH6mvxTc?si=aSLc5xip2Rs55vzN&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=OnNational

📞 Continuing our 2025 Impact Report series, we’re highlighting our free, confidential helpline.Available 24/7/365, it’s ...
13/08/2026

📞 Continuing our 2025 Impact Report series, we’re highlighting our free, confidential helpline.

Available 24/7/365, it’s here for people who work or have worked in print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing.

For smaller businesses without a dedicated wellbeing team, it’s a trusted place people can turn whenever they need support.

In 2025, our wellbeing community grew:

💬 485 businesses were part of our wellbeing community, up 30% on the previous year
🤝 1,009 wellbeing champions helped connect people with support

“The helpline is an essential part of our wellbeing structure.”
Susan Graham, Managing Director, FLB Print Group

Call our free, confidential helpline on 0333 212 3534 or find out more: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/helpline/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Continuing

International Youth Day is a chance to celebrate the talent, ambition and potential of young people.Through our Rising S...
12/08/2026

International Youth Day is a chance to celebrate the talent, ambition and potential of young people.

Through our Rising Star Awards, we're proud to help people across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing build their skills and confidence for the future.

This year's Rising Star Awards supported 82 winners with funding for 155 training courses. From technical qualifications and AI to leadership, sustainability and personal development, every course is an investment in the future of our sector.

When we invest in young people, we invest in stronger businesses, fresh ideas and a thriving industry for years to come.

Find out more about our Rising Star Awards and how they're helping people build rewarding careers: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/supporting-people/rising-star-awards/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Internatio

After becoming too unwell to work, Andrew turned to The Printing Charity for support.Today, he's focused on managing his...
12/08/2026

After becoming too unwell to work, Andrew turned to The Printing Charity for support.

Today, he's focused on managing his health, supporting his parents and volunteering to help other people facing the same diagnosis.

His advice is simple:

"My message is, don't wait. Reach out now."

Andrew spent many years working in the paper sector before life took an unexpected turn. Now, he's using his experience to support others as a volunteer mentor.

His story is a reminder that you don't have to reach crisis point before asking for help. Whether you're worried about your mental wellbeing, finances or something else, we're here to listen and help you find the right support.

Read Andrew's story: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/news/andrews-story/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Afterbecom

Call our free, confidential helpline on 0333 212 3534 or find out more: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/helpline/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Afterbecom

11/08/2026

"It's a championing of the younger talent that's in the sector and that's growing and thriving."

"This additional training will enable them to actually just flourish even more."

Neil Lovell, CEO of The Printing Charity, speaking on Eight Group's podcast, From Brief to Broadcast.

Our Rising Star Awards back people aged 18 to 35 across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing with up to £1,500 towards the training and development they choose for themselves.

📩 Worth sharing with a Rising Star in your team or your network.

✨ Find out more or join the constellation:
🔗 https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/rising-star-awards/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Itsachampi

💬 Need support of any kind? Our free, confidential helpline is open 24/7:
🔗 https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/helpline/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Itsachampi

The Printing Charity's Annual Luncheon is where people from across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing come...
11/08/2026

The Printing Charity's Annual Luncheon is where people from across print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing come together to reconnect, exchange ideas, and strengthen the relationships that keep our sectors moving forward.

This year feels even more special as we begin celebrating the journey towards our 200th anniversary. We're also honoured that our 2026 Honorary President, Baroness Floella Benjamin, will be joining us as keynote speaker.

Whether you're bringing colleagues, catching up with industry friends or coming along for the first time, you'll be part of an afternoon celebrating our sector and the people at the heart of it.

🗓️ Thursday 19th November 2026
📍 Plaisterers' Hall, London
🎟️ £135 per person

Find out more and book your place:
https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/annual-luncheon/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=ThePrintin

🌟 Next in our 2025 Impact Report series: Careers & Development.Through the Rising Star Awards, we support people buildin...
06/08/2026

🌟 Next in our 2025 Impact Report series: Careers & Development.

Through the Rising Star Awards, we support people building their careers in print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing by funding training and development that helps them achieve their goals.

What that looked like in 2025:

💷 £106,386 awarded to support emerging talent
🎓 148 courses funded, from core skills to professional body qualifications
⭐ 78 winners from 66 different job functions across the sector

“The Rising Star Award recognised the potential others saw in me, highlighting strengths I didn’t always see in myself. It gave me a real confidence boost, especially because the recognition came from respected industry leaders.”

Sayeeda Rafique, 2025 Rising Star Award winner

👉 Read the full report: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Printing-Charity-2025-Impact-Report-DIGITAL.pdf?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Nextinour2

Could a few quiet moments help support your working day?Mindfulness is about paying attention to the present moment with...
05/08/2026

Could a few quiet moments help support your working day?

Mindfulness is about paying attention to the present moment without judgement. At work, that might mean taking a few slow breaths before a meeting, stepping away from your screen at lunchtime, or noticing when your thoughts are racing and gently returning to the task in front of you.

Mindfulness can support workplace wellbeing in three simple ways:

✅ Calm, by helping to reduce stress and anxiety
✅ Connection, by supporting communication and empathy
✅ Focus, by helping people feel more present and resilient

Small pauses can make a real difference.

Our Mental Health Support booklet contains useful advice and practical tips to help you manage stress and support a healthier work-life balance.

Read the booklet: https://www.theprintingcharity.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Online_Printing_Charity_Advice_Booklet_Mental_Health_Support%E2%80%93stress__work-life_balance.pdf?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Zoho+Social&utm_content=Couldafewq

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The Printing Charity, Fourth Floor, The Pinnacle, Station Way
Crawley
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