As a not-for-profit organisation, every contribution we receive is reinvested into the care, facilities, and experiences that shape daily life across our homes.
Your generosity allows us to maintain exceptional standards and continually improve the spaces where our residents and tenants live, relax, and connect with others. Your support doesn’t just fund practical improvements, it helps create places of comfort, dignity, and belonging.
Impact Story: Home Entertainment Rooms
Two recent legacy gifts, given in appreciation of the care provided to much loved residents, enabled us to transform key areas within our homes. These thoughtful contributions funded dedicated home entertainment rooms at both Freda Gunton Lodge and Cheviot Nursing Home. With comfortable seating and large screens, these spaces have quickly become popular gathering places where residents can relax, socialise, and enjoy shared experiences.
Impact Story: The Joyce McIver Suite
A memorial donation made in honour of a cherished resident allowed us to create the Joyce McIver Suite at Cheviot Nursing Home. This peaceful bereavement room gives families privacy, comfort, and a quiet space to reflect during a difficult time, an invaluable resource for loved ones when they need it most.
Become a Shareholder
Becoming a shareholder is an easy way to support our work and be part of our community dedicated to improving the lives of older people in Colchester.
For just £1, you can purchase a nominal share and become a valued member of the Trust. Shares don’t pay dividends, but they help strengthen our organisation and the services we provide.
Why Become a Shareholder?
Our shareholders play an important role in helping us extend our reach across Colchester, and in becoming a shareholder, you can:
- Promote our work within your networks
- Raise awareness of the services we provide
- Encourage others to get involved with the Trust
- Share our values and commitment to older people in the community
There’s no expectation to attend events or volunteer, simply being an advocate for our work makes a real difference.
Stay Connected
Shareholders are invited to our Annual General Meeting each summer, a friendly and informative event where you can:
- Hear updates on our services and future plans
- Review our accounts and performance
- Meet fellow shareholders, staff, and partners
You may also receive invitations to social and fundraising events throughout the year, providing more opportunities to stay connected if you wish.
Join Us
For £1, you can join a group of supporters helping strengthen community connections and improve support for older people in Colchester, who are helping to raise awareness, strengthen community connections, and ensure older people receive the care and support they deserve.
Every conversation you have, every introduction you make and every moment you share our story helps us reach more people who need us.
Take the next step today:
If you’re interested in becoming a shareholder, email admin@bgtrust.org or call the office, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us today and be part of something that truly matters.