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The largest network of befriending services in the world. Join us today at befriending.co.uk
FUNDING FOR BEFRIENDING PROJECTS IN WALES
With our Social Connection Small Grants Scheme, Churches and Christian-aligned groups operating in Wales can receive cash and support to run projects that reduce loneliness in their community.
befriending.co.uk/small-grants-announcement
#WelshCharitiesWeek
With our Social Connection Small Grants Scheme, Churches and Christian-aligned groups operating in Wales can receive cash and support to run projects that reduce loneliness in their community.
befriending.co.uk/small-grants-announcement
#WelshCharitiesWeek
February 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
FUNDING FOR BEFRIENDING PROJECTS IN WALES
With our Social Connection Small Grants Scheme, Churches and Christian-aligned groups operating in Wales can receive cash and support to run projects that reduce loneliness in their community.
befriending.co.uk/small-grants-announcement
#WelshCharitiesWeek
With our Social Connection Small Grants Scheme, Churches and Christian-aligned groups operating in Wales can receive cash and support to run projects that reduce loneliness in their community.
befriending.co.uk/small-grants-announcement
#WelshCharitiesWeek
This week is #WelshCharitiesWeek!
We're celebrating the incredible voluntary organisations in Wales helping people to create friendships and connections. Discover our members in Wales in our directory: befriending.co.uk/organisation...
We're celebrating the incredible voluntary organisations in Wales helping people to create friendships and connections. Discover our members in Wales in our directory: befriending.co.uk/organisation...
February 12, 2026 at 2:05 PM
This week is #WelshCharitiesWeek!
We're celebrating the incredible voluntary organisations in Wales helping people to create friendships and connections. Discover our members in Wales in our directory: befriending.co.uk/organisation...
We're celebrating the incredible voluntary organisations in Wales helping people to create friendships and connections. Discover our members in Wales in our directory: befriending.co.uk/organisation...
Sunday 8 March is the COVID-19 Day of Reflection. People across the UK will come together to remember those who lost their lives during the pandemic and honour the work of all those who volunteered and showed acts of kindness during this unprecedented time. Take part: dayofreflection.campaign.gov.uk
February 11, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Sunday 8 March is the COVID-19 Day of Reflection. People across the UK will come together to remember those who lost their lives during the pandemic and honour the work of all those who volunteered and showed acts of kindness during this unprecedented time. Take part: dayofreflection.campaign.gov.uk
Are you part of a church or Christian-aligned organisation in Wales that wants to help people feel less lonely? We've partnered with Linking Lives UK to launch a new microgrant to support projects that help build social connection.
befriending.co.uk/linking-live...
#wales #cymru
befriending.co.uk/linking-live...
#wales #cymru
Linking Lives Cymru - Befriending Networks
Jump to English Linking Lives Cymru Cynllun Grantiau Bach Cysylltiad Cymdeithasol (Cymru) Ydych chi’n rhan o eglwys neu sefydliad Cristnogol yng Nghymru sydd â phrosiect neu syniad i helpu pobl sy’n t...
befriending.co.uk
February 4, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Are you part of a church or Christian-aligned organisation in Wales that wants to help people feel less lonely? We've partnered with Linking Lives UK to launch a new microgrant to support projects that help build social connection.
befriending.co.uk/linking-live...
#wales #cymru
befriending.co.uk/linking-live...
#wales #cymru
Please take one minute to nominate us for the Movement for Good draw to receive £1000. Your nomination will help us to keep supporting befriending projects to deliver high quality services that build meaningful connection. Thank you! 🌈
movementforgood.com/draws/1000/?...
movementforgood.com/draws/1000/?...
January 16, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Please take one minute to nominate us for the Movement for Good draw to receive £1000. Your nomination will help us to keep supporting befriending projects to deliver high quality services that build meaningful connection. Thank you! 🌈
movementforgood.com/draws/1000/?...
movementforgood.com/draws/1000/?...
We're excited to kick off our Roadshow in Cardiff next month! Join your peers from the befriending and wider voluntary sector to listen, learn, and share. befriending.co.uk/roadshow-2026/
January 15, 2026 at 11:01 AM
We're excited to kick off our Roadshow in Cardiff next month! Join your peers from the befriending and wider voluntary sector to listen, learn, and share. befriending.co.uk/roadshow-2026/
Wishing you a restful and nourishing festive season - we look forward to seeing you in 2026! ✨
The Befriending Networks office will be closed from Wednesday 24 December to Sunday 4 January. From Friday 19 December, we will be operating on limited staff capacity, so response time may be longer.
The Befriending Networks office will be closed from Wednesday 24 December to Sunday 4 January. From Friday 19 December, we will be operating on limited staff capacity, so response time may be longer.
December 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Wishing you a restful and nourishing festive season - we look forward to seeing you in 2026! ✨
The Befriending Networks office will be closed from Wednesday 24 December to Sunday 4 January. From Friday 19 December, we will be operating on limited staff capacity, so response time may be longer.
The Befriending Networks office will be closed from Wednesday 24 December to Sunday 4 January. From Friday 19 December, we will be operating on limited staff capacity, so response time may be longer.
Interested in joining our network? Come along to our short introductory session on Tuesday 9 December to get all the information you need about Befriending Networks membership.
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/intr...
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/intr...
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Interested in joining our network? Come along to our short introductory session on Tuesday 9 December to get all the information you need about Befriending Networks membership.
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/intr...
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/intr...
Planning for 2026? Get ideas and inspiration at our Leaders and Managers Network on Monday 8 December. This session will help you stop and reflect on the year, share your success with colleagues and set some goals for 2026.
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/lead...
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/lead...
December 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Planning for 2026? Get ideas and inspiration at our Leaders and Managers Network on Monday 8 December. This session will help you stop and reflect on the year, share your success with colleagues and set some goals for 2026.
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/lead...
Book now: befriending.co.uk/product/lead...
Loneliness is a public health crisis - and we’re taking action 💔
The Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness has launched a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to make tackling loneliness a national priority.
👉 Learn more by reading: befriending.co.uk/social-connection-manifesto
The Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness has launched a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to make tackling loneliness a national priority.
👉 Learn more by reading: befriending.co.uk/social-connection-manifesto
December 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Loneliness is a public health crisis - and we’re taking action 💔
The Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness has launched a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to make tackling loneliness a national priority.
👉 Learn more by reading: befriending.co.uk/social-connection-manifesto
The Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness has launched a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to make tackling loneliness a national priority.
👉 Learn more by reading: befriending.co.uk/social-connection-manifesto
A huge congratulations to our November class of Train the Trainer. Emma (Dial Barnsley), Jess (The Helpful Bureau) and Rasha (CCAWS) have dedicated three weeks to the course and building their confidence as trainers through a blend of interactive virtual classes and e-learning.
November 26, 2025 at 11:36 AM
A huge congratulations to our November class of Train the Trainer. Emma (Dial Barnsley), Jess (The Helpful Bureau) and Rasha (CCAWS) have dedicated three weeks to the course and building their confidence as trainers through a blend of interactive virtual classes and e-learning.
Nominate us to receive £1,000 this Christmas! 🎁
In December, the Benefact Group will be giving 120 charities £1,000 each as part of their 12 Days of Christmas campaign.
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...
In December, the Benefact Group will be giving 120 charities £1,000 each as part of their 12 Days of Christmas campaign.
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Nominate us to receive £1,000 this Christmas! 🎁
In December, the Benefact Group will be giving 120 charities £1,000 each as part of their 12 Days of Christmas campaign.
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...
In December, the Benefact Group will be giving 120 charities £1,000 each as part of their 12 Days of Christmas campaign.
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...
Befriending Week 2025 was such a treat! We'd love to hear your feedback on the Befriending Week campaign, whether you were able to take part or not. Your insights will help us make next year's Befriending Week even better!🌟
Complete the survey at befriending.co.uk/bw25-feedback
#BefriendingWeek
Complete the survey at befriending.co.uk/bw25-feedback
#BefriendingWeek
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Befriending Week 2025 was such a treat! We'd love to hear your feedback on the Befriending Week campaign, whether you were able to take part or not. Your insights will help us make next year's Befriending Week even better!🌟
Complete the survey at befriending.co.uk/bw25-feedback
#BefriendingWeek
Complete the survey at befriending.co.uk/bw25-feedback
#BefriendingWeek
Supporting and Supervising Your Team is back! Join Victoria online on Thursday 20 November to delve into staff and volunteer wellbeing, reviewing approaches to increase retention while reducing the risk of burnout. befriending.co.uk/product/vita... #Training #Befriending #Wellbeing
November 14, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Supporting and Supervising Your Team is back! Join Victoria online on Thursday 20 November to delve into staff and volunteer wellbeing, reviewing approaches to increase retention while reducing the risk of burnout. befriending.co.uk/product/vita... #Training #Befriending #Wellbeing
This week is #TrusteesWeek and we want to take the opportunity to thank our incredible board for all their hard work, passion and dedication to supporting the befriending sector. Thank you! 🌟
Find out more about our board on our website: befriending.co.uk/about/staff-board
#BefriendingWeek
Find out more about our board on our website: befriending.co.uk/about/staff-board
#BefriendingWeek
November 12, 2025 at 1:02 PM
This week is #TrusteesWeek and we want to take the opportunity to thank our incredible board for all their hard work, passion and dedication to supporting the befriending sector. Thank you! 🌟
Find out more about our board on our website: befriending.co.uk/about/staff-board
#BefriendingWeek
Find out more about our board on our website: befriending.co.uk/about/staff-board
#BefriendingWeek
As we wrap up #BefriendingWeek 2025, we want to say a massive thank you to everyone who took part. It's been a busy week and we've been blown away by all the activity taking place. For a roundup of some highlights, check out our blog. Thank you! 🎉
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thankyou/
#WythnosCyfeillio
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thankyou/
#WythnosCyfeillio
November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
As we wrap up #BefriendingWeek 2025, we want to say a massive thank you to everyone who took part. It's been a busy week and we've been blown away by all the activity taking place. For a roundup of some highlights, check out our blog. Thank you! 🎉
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thankyou/
#WythnosCyfeillio
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thankyou/
#WythnosCyfeillio
For #BefriendingWeek, Sarah Murphy MS, the Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing gave a message of thanks to Befriending Networks, members and dedicated volunteers who give their time to support others in Wales through befriending. Read the message here.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-sarahmu...
befriending.co.uk/bw25-sarahmu...
November 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
For #BefriendingWeek, Sarah Murphy MS, the Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing gave a message of thanks to Befriending Networks, members and dedicated volunteers who give their time to support others in Wales through befriending. Read the message here.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-sarahmu...
befriending.co.uk/bw25-sarahmu...
As Befriending Week 2025 comes to a close, Helen MacIntyre, from @neighbourlylab.bsky.social, highlights some ways in which befrienders and others working to address loneliness need to be aware of hearing loss as a barrier to social connection.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-neighbourlylab
#BefriendingWeek
befriending.co.uk/bw25-neighbourlylab
#BefriendingWeek
November 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM
As Befriending Week 2025 comes to a close, Helen MacIntyre, from @neighbourlylab.bsky.social, highlights some ways in which befrienders and others working to address loneliness need to be aware of hearing loss as a barrier to social connection.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-neighbourlylab
#BefriendingWeek
befriending.co.uk/bw25-neighbourlylab
#BefriendingWeek
Our final case study of #BefriendingWeek 2025 comes from The Befriending Scheme, which provides friendship for vulnerable people across Suffolk. They share the story of Kevin and Barry, whose befriending match has grown into a mutual friendship.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thebefriendingscheme
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thebefriendingscheme
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Our final case study of #BefriendingWeek 2025 comes from The Befriending Scheme, which provides friendship for vulnerable people across Suffolk. They share the story of Kevin and Barry, whose befriending match has grown into a mutual friendship.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thebefriendingscheme
befriending.co.uk/bw25-thebefriendingscheme
Ar gyfer yr #WythnosCyfeillio, Matt yn myfyrio ar 6 mis o adeiladu partneriaethau â chymunedau ffydd i hyrwyddo cyfeillio.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-linkinglivescymru
For #BefriendingWeek, Matt reflects on 6 months of building partnerships with faith communities to promote befriending.
#Cymru #Cymraeg
befriending.co.uk/bw25-linkinglivescymru
For #BefriendingWeek, Matt reflects on 6 months of building partnerships with faith communities to promote befriending.
#Cymru #Cymraeg
November 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Ar gyfer yr #WythnosCyfeillio, Matt yn myfyrio ar 6 mis o adeiladu partneriaethau â chymunedau ffydd i hyrwyddo cyfeillio.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-linkinglivescymru
For #BefriendingWeek, Matt reflects on 6 months of building partnerships with faith communities to promote befriending.
#Cymru #Cymraeg
befriending.co.uk/bw25-linkinglivescymru
For #BefriendingWeek, Matt reflects on 6 months of building partnerships with faith communities to promote befriending.
#Cymru #Cymraeg
NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎙️
Today we're sharing a new podcast with Caroline Hanks from the London Irish Centre. Sandra chats to Caroline about the process for achieving the Quality Award, with some top tips and advice for completing the assessment.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-londoni...
#BefriendingWeek
Today we're sharing a new podcast with Caroline Hanks from the London Irish Centre. Sandra chats to Caroline about the process for achieving the Quality Award, with some top tips and advice for completing the assessment.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-londoni...
#BefriendingWeek
November 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎙️
Today we're sharing a new podcast with Caroline Hanks from the London Irish Centre. Sandra chats to Caroline about the process for achieving the Quality Award, with some top tips and advice for completing the assessment.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-londoni...
#BefriendingWeek
Today we're sharing a new podcast with Caroline Hanks from the London Irish Centre. Sandra chats to Caroline about the process for achieving the Quality Award, with some top tips and advice for completing the assessment.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-londoni...
#BefriendingWeek
Befriending Week is one of many campaigns that aim to bring people together and celebrate the power of connection. Today's guest blog from Grainne McCloskey at Eden Project Communities shares stories of connection from The Big Lunch. Read the blog: befriending.co.uk/bw25-biglunch
#BefriendingWeek
#BefriendingWeek
November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Befriending Week is one of many campaigns that aim to bring people together and celebrate the power of connection. Today's guest blog from Grainne McCloskey at Eden Project Communities shares stories of connection from The Big Lunch. Read the blog: befriending.co.uk/bw25-biglunch
#BefriendingWeek
#BefriendingWeek
Today's case study comes from Vintage Vibes, an award-winning charity tackling isolation and loneliness in Edinburgh. Sheila shares how becoming a Vintage Vibes’ VIP has helped her find purpose after years of feeling invisible.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-vintagevibes
#BefriendingWeek #10YearsBold
befriending.co.uk/bw25-vintagevibes
#BefriendingWeek #10YearsBold
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Today's case study comes from Vintage Vibes, an award-winning charity tackling isolation and loneliness in Edinburgh. Sheila shares how becoming a Vintage Vibes’ VIP has helped her find purpose after years of feeling invisible.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-vintagevibes
#BefriendingWeek #10YearsBold
befriending.co.uk/bw25-vintagevibes
#BefriendingWeek #10YearsBold
Our Befriending Week cable cars have been a fantastic day out for our members and other people from the community. There are still some spots available for the rest of the week, so head to our website to book your free place! befriending.co.uk/befriending-...
#BefriendingWeek
#BefriendingWeek
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Our Befriending Week cable cars have been a fantastic day out for our members and other people from the community. There are still some spots available for the rest of the week, so head to our website to book your free place! befriending.co.uk/befriending-...
#BefriendingWeek
#BefriendingWeek
We're thrilled to have our members collaborate to form our Quality in Befriending Panel Discussion at 13:40. Our seven panel members are all from projects who have earned their Quality in Befriending Award and will share their examples of collaboration and partnerships. #PeerLearning
November 5, 2025 at 1:40 PM
We're thrilled to have our members collaborate to form our Quality in Befriending Panel Discussion at 13:40. Our seven panel members are all from projects who have earned their Quality in Befriending Award and will share their examples of collaboration and partnerships. #PeerLearning