TheMustardTreeFoundation

We are passionate that everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We do this through mentoring, befriending and reaching out those who are vulnerable and alone.

[Engage Befriending @EngageBefriend]

We want to say a huge thank you to Berkshire Community Foundation and the Pargiter Trust. We are excited to receive a generous grant in support of our Engage Befriending Project.
Together we are reducing isolation and loneliness in our communities.
@berkshirecf

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

THE MUSTARD TREE PADEL CHALLENGE

Friday 19th September, 6-9pm at The Atrium Health Club in Tilehurst for a fundraising padel tournament!
Cost: £35 per person

Sign up here: https://t.co/CNjllcngVo

#PadelChallenge #TheMustardTree #PadelTournament

[Engage Befriending @EngageBefriend]

Our July newsletter is ready for you to read.

This issue, we have a feature on staying cool in hot weather, puzzles and facts, plus Margaret, one of our regular members from our monthly drop-ins, shares her war time memories.
To read it visit https://t.co/uTRL3yGipm

[Engage Befriending @EngageBefriend]

We are delighted to share our 2024 Impact Statement.

To read the Impact Statement in full, see our news page on our website: https://t.co/vdbaRLIhvp

Thank you all who made all of this possible.

[Engage Befriending @EngageBefriend]

The March newsletter from the Engage Befriending team is ready for you to read.

This issue, we have a feature on wellbeing sessions, a poem, info from the council, puzzles and more.

Read it at https://t.co/j096E9uw9z

[Starting Point @StartingPointRG]

Do you have 1 hour a week to lend a listening ear to a young girl, helping her feel seen and heard?

We’re calling upon women within Reading to support a young girl in your local community through mentoring with us.

To find out more info, follow this link https://t.co/FZw2m0o9AL

[Starting Point @StartingPointRG]

Hearing the impact of female mentors on girls at Starting Point is truly inspiring.

We need more female volunteers to support young girls seeking a mentor. This #InternationalWomensDay2025 be that support!

Find out more about volunteering with us at https://t.co/FZw2m0o9AL

[Starting Point @StartingPointRG]

We are very excited to have received a grant from The National Lottery. This funding will enable more young people to access support that will build confidence, and develop work and life skills leading to a brighter and more hopeful future. 
Thank you!

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

Sandra is one of our amazing volunteer mentors on our @StartingPointRG project. She meets weekly with a young person and they work towards a set goal.

We need more female mentors! find out more about volunteering at our website: https://t.co/xBhMVdc5cM

Thank you.

[Starting Point @StartingPointRG]

Our wonderful volunteer, Lucie, has been helping with our Starting Point AP for schools.
Here she is interviewed by some pupils, explaining why.
For more information on volunteering with any of our @TheMustardTree1 projects, see https://t.co/pgu3u6xsMB

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

Help us make a difference! We have TWO amazing opportunities:
• Operations Administrator: Support our vital work in the community.
• Finance Manager: Ensure our financial health and help us maximize our impact.
Learn more and apply https://t.co/41NVHVzoP0
#Jobs #CharityJobs

[Starting Point @StartingPointRG]

Productive day on our Starting Point Studios Alternative Provision for schools.

Exploring shapes and concepts for a logo design.

@MaidenErleghTru
@TheBulmersheSch

#alternativeprovision #logodesign

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

The February newsletter from the @EngageBefriend team is ready for you to read.
This issue, we have tips on staying warm in the cold months, bereavement support, info about local craft clubs , puzzles and more.
Read it at https://t.co/fYkQnM5aO9

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

Two of our volunteers, share about the joy they feel when befriending on our @EngageBefriend project.
They regularly meet with an older person to chat and connect.
For info on volunteering with Engage, or any Mustard Tree project, see https://t.co/xBhMVdc5cM
Thank you.

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

Want to make a real difference in your community this year?
We have a number of volunteer roles available, including mentoring, befriending and office based admin.
See our website at https://t.co/7RPS3XjxYU to see if there's a role that's right for you.
Thank you.

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

We are so grateful for your support in 2024!
Together, we achieved great things.
In 2025, your continued support will help us reach even greater heights.
Donate and be a part of the change https://t.co/lvh7WsDTio
or join us as a volunteer https://t.co/xBhMVdcD2k

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

We are sharing moments that have made us smile in 2024.
Katherine says: “I smile when I hear that someone has found support through one of our projects, and isn’t feeling so lonely anymore.”
To help us put smiles on faces in 2025 please visit our page at https://t.co/egpxSJF6Iy

[Rahab Reading @RahabRdg]

A massive THANK YOU to everyone donating gifts to be given out to the women.

We have wrapped up bundles to be delivered in bags saying LOVED. It will mean a lot to those receiving them.

Thank you and have a very happy Christmas. 🫶

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

This Christmas, we're sharing moments that have made us smile.
Georgia says: “It’s made me smile seeing a young person we met in hospital, go from being isolated to building a circle of friends she hangs out with all the time”
Visit our smile page at https://t.co/egpxSJEyT0

[TheMustardTreeFoundation @TheMustardTree1]

At the Mustard Tree we believe prayer has power.

We regularly compile a bulletin detailing current areas and situations you can pray for us in.

Our latest bulletin is now ready to read at https://t.co/bOfxgDOBLr

Thank you for all your support. 🙏