Young people and children

Margins to Mainstream

Margins to Mainstream: The story of Black Theatre in Britain is the latest documentary film produced by the Octavia Foundation and Nu Century Arts, Birmingham with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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Our vision is to help establish strong and vibrant communities in central London and improve the quality of life for individuals.

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Fundraising events

Run the 2012 Bupa London 10,000 for The Octavia Foundation!

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Helping with jobs and training

Future Foundations

Our brand new employment and training programme, launched in January 2012.

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Latest news & events

Margins to Mainstream screening

Event 13 May, 2012

Screening of Margins to Mainstream at Pimlico Academy read more

New weekly job club for young people

News 29 April, 2012

Monday job club opens as part of Future Foundations scheme read more

Marathon runners raise thousands

News 22 April, 2012

Congratulations to all of our fantastic runners read more

Photos from recent events

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How can you help?

We know volunteering makes the world a brighter place but why bother? From gardening to working in our Charity Shops; there are many opportunities. Volunteering can be a great social network and you can meet people from a diverse range of backgrounds and often make really solid friendships.

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Our charity shops

Whether you're after quirky one-offs, cutting edge fashion, or simply good quality high street clothes and accessories, our charity shops are the place to go. We also stock greeting cards, soft furnishings, gifts and toys. We get end of line and ex-sale stock from designers and high street chains.

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