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June 2026
Supporting babies and families with sensory and weaning packs in West Lothian to bringing communities together through local events and fundraising challenges, it’s been a busy and inspiring season at Circle. Read our latest newsletter to discover how grants, partnerships, supporters and staff are helping create lasting change for children and families across central Scotland.
April 2026
From children exploring “belonging” through creative art, to marking a year of the National Voluntary Throughcare Service, Upside, this update shares key moments across Circle. Bob, East Lothian Family Outreach Worker, being named Best Frontline Worker at the National Drug Mission Conference 2026, and community bake sales helping raise vital funds.
February 2026
This update features highlights from our Harbour project, including staff wellbeing initiatives, the development of Parent’s Café and Parents under Pressure groups and fun seasonal activities for families. It also shines a light on the incredible fundraising impact of Circle’s Charity Dinner and the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025.
October 2025
As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets a little crisper, we’re wrapping up a busy summer full of support, smiles, and sunshine! From safari park adventures and thrilling theme park trips to bouncy castles, music, and celebrations, this update is packed with fun-filled moments shared by children, young people, and families across our Anchor project. It also highlights new group activities, training, and exciting developments ahead – alongside celebrating fundraising success at the Scottish Half Marathon and Kiltwalk 2025.
August 2025
Highlights from our Haven Project including celebrating the achievements of young people in our Mentoring Project to providing vital emotional and practical support through the BWell Project. It also features an extraordinary fundraising achievement, as ultra runner Scott completed a Double West Highland Way – 192 miles in under 45 hours – raising funds to support children and families across central Scotland.
June 2025
Our West Lothian Project recently celebrated 21 years of supporting children and families, alongside new developments including expanded early years support and increased outreach for pregnancy and postnatal care. A sunny, fun-filled day at the North Edinburgh Community Festival, where our ‘kindness slime’ station was a hit with young people. We’re also gearing up for our Charity Dinner, set to bring even more energy, inspiration, and fundraising.
April 2025
2025 has kicked off to an exciting start for Circle! In East Lothian, highlights include the Grow Your Own Routes launch celebrating the resilience of young people affected by a loved one’s substance use, a new partnership with Karele Equine offering participant-led Equine Facilitated Activities, and the launch of our Women’s Lunch Club in Prestonpans.