After months of focusing on our Christmas Appeal our fundraising team has got together to share thanks to everyone who helped out over the course of this campaign.
These are tough times for so many, with lots of people struggling to make ends meet. The fact that our supporters are choosing to help others who may be more at-risk and vulnerable is a testament to their incredible generosity and kindness.
“One 10yr-old girl even got in touch to say she had written a special card and wanted to give £15 to Julian House, to help wherever it was needed most. Thank you to everyone who has donated. Please spread the word and encourage people to donate what they can. It really is changing and saving lives.” Gavin Osborn, Community and Events Fundraiser
Donations
Thank you to everyone has donated in response to our Christmas appeal so far. With your support, we can keep our doors open and keep our clients safe. We can help our clients reclaim their identities, rediscover their passions and purpose and look forward to a brighter future.
We are still accepting donations as part of our Christmas Appeal, so if you are able to make a donation over this time then it is really appreciated: Christmas Appeal | Julian House
Not only have we received monetary donations but for food, toiletries, gifts and more which will be distributed to clients during this holiday period.
“For outreach clients and hostel clients we rely heavily on kind donations from the public for clients gifts. We have been very fortunate this year and have received quite a lot of gifts so far. Some of the clients no longer see their families so this may be the only gift they receive.” Sarah, Service Manager
Schools
Schools across BANES, Somerset, Wiltshire, Bristol and Devon have been taking a stand against homelessness by raising money for Julian House and supporting our services.
We aim to work with students in a variety of ways so they can build their own skills to learn more about the charity sector through group projects and donation drives.
- King Edwards School- Donation via a ‘reverse advent calendar’
- Newbridge Primary School- Donation via a ‘reverse advent calendar’
- Tiverton College- Handcarved wooden handmade baubles to decorate our community: Christmas tree in Exeter
- Bath Uni- Working with the Rotork Business Society to organise several fundraising events over the course of December to raise money and awareness for Julian House
- Bath Spa- Along with fundraising events we worked with students from Bath Spa to film a promotional piece for our range of charity shops.
- Language School in Bath– Organised a donation drive
- Abbeyfield School – They drove from Chippenham to Bath to make a Santa-style surprise delivery.
- St Johns Primary School– Donated via a ‘reverse advent calendar’
“Whether it has been schools and colleges donating food or hosting Christmas concerts; church groups and local businesses holding raffles, auctions and bake sales for us; or families and individuals coming together to give what they can, the support we have had from our local community has been extraordinary. I have loved meeting so many of you, especially our team of volunteers out on the streets handing out leaflets on bitterly cold winter nights.” Gavin Osborn, Community and Events Fundraiser
We have a range of school supplies from primary to university levels so if you want to organise a school visit, please get in touch with fundraising at fundraising@julianhouse.org.uk
Corporate Fundraisers
We couldn’t say thank you without acknowledging the help of local businesses and communities who give their time and donations to ensure that this vital fundraiser runs smoothly. From generous donations to exciting events, we wanted to express our gratitude to everyone who has taken part.
Financial donations
- Wessex Water Foundations
- Battens Charitable Trust
- Agency UK
- LHL Property Auditors
- St James Wine Vaults
- Monahans Bath
- Sydenams Builders Merchants
- Executive Jet
- Wessex Water Foundations
- Clear Vision Accountancy
Hosted events in aid of Julian House
- The Building Forum- Invited some of our team to join them at their annual building forum
- Baskervilles Gym- Hosted their annual gymnastic gala which profits going to Julian House.
- Wellington Barn- Nominated Julian House to be the benefactor of their Christmas which included a dinner and a raffle.
- Greendales- Hosted our gift wrapping bonanza
- Boom Battle Bar- Throwing a ‘pinktopia’- a New Years Eve party with proceeds going to Julian House
- Taylor Wimpey- Donation drive for much needed wash bags
- Stone Ward Development– hosted an auction in aid of Julian House
Charity of the Year 2025
We are excited to announce that we are the charity partners of The Bath Building Forum for 2025, and we look forward to sharing updates of our work together over the course of next year.
Raffle prizes donations
A thrilling part of any fundraiser is the raffle!
This game of chance isn’t possible without a range of tantilising prizes which encourages people to get involved and purchase some tickets. Here are some of the places which have donated prizes to our fundraisers.
Bath City FC
Dukes Hotel
Gloucestershire Cricket Club
Wellington Barn– Shepherds Hut on Wellington Barn site. 1 night for 2 x people.
The Bear Hotel– Afternoon Tea at The Bear Hotel, Devizes
Royal Crescent– Afternoon tea for two and use of spa facilities at Royal Crescent Hotel
Komedia- Two tickets for Krater Comedy Club at Komedia Bath
Barbury Shooting– 20-target clay shooting experience for two at Barbury Shooting
Swindon Wildcats– Family ticket for league game at Swindon Wildcats ice hockey
The Pump Room– Afternoon Tea for two at The Pump Room, Bath
Steven Carlile– Online singing lesson with Broadway star Steven Carlile (The Lion King)
Bath City FC– Hospitality package for 2 to attend a game at Bath City Football Club
Cumberwell Park– 18 Holes of golf for 4, on any Cumberwell Park course, Mon-Fri
Bath Racecourse– A pair of raceday tickets for Bath Racecourse
Bath Luxury Stay- A two-night, midweek stay (up to four) in a luxury apartment in Bath
Found Festival- 4 day family ticket for Found Festival 2025 inc. VIP backstage pass and more
Pepperpot events- Meal for 6 in your own home by Pepperpot including wine and a glass of bubbly
Theatre Royal Bath- 4 x Theatre Royal Tickets for Snow White & Seven Dwarves
Real World Studios– Tour of Peter Gabriel’s Real World studios (max 4 people)
Brecon beacon holidays– A one-week holiday for six people in the Brecon Beacons
The Gainsborough– One night stay with spa and dinner at Gainsborough Bath Spa Hotel
If you want your organisation to get in touch to work with us in the New Year in any capacity, please get in touch with our Corporate Giving Fundraiser Grace.Dearson@julianhouse.org.uk
Community groups and donation drives
- The Chantry Community and Arts Centre
- Larkrail International Festival of Railways & Byways– donation raised through their annual festival
- St Marys Church Swainswick- donation raised through Christmas services
- St Marys Church Bitton- donation raised through Christmas services
- Libraries Unlimited- within libraries across Devon and Exeter
- Bradford on Avon Town Council- Chose Julian House as the benefactor of their Giving Tree donation box
- Homelets Bath- Organised a ‘donate a coat’ drive to finish off a year of fundraising
- Empiric Student Property plc
- Unividual Hat- Office collection of scarves and coats to be given across our services
- Exeter Northcott Theatre- invited clients to visit their pantomime
- The Balrain Family- raised donations for Julian House through their Christmas lights display in Newbridge
- Green Bird Cafe- donated some much needed mugs to Manvers Street
- Warminster Garrison– arranged a donation drive for much needed items across our service
- Leaflet droppers– volunteers who braved the cold to deliver our leaflets in their communities
If you are a community group and you want to work with us in any capacity, please get in touch with fundraising@julianhouse.org.uk
Christmas Messages of Hope
We encouraging our community to write warm wishes and messages of hope which have been shared with the clients and staff across Julian House services. Your messages will be displayed in our hostel, refuges, and supported housing, providing a collage of hope to our clients who might be struggling this winter season.
Reflecting on messages of hope | Julian House
We have a very long list of people who have helped us over this period so if you have been missed, or would like to make us aware of a donation please get in touch with sophie.barry@julianhouse.org.uk.
The fundraising team:
