Team BBB

I read an article about mums who were going into hospital to give birth, unable to afford maternity sanitary towels. Having just given birth to my second son, I knew that having children was tough enough without extra stress and deprivation like that. I had to do something, so I set up BBB and found that most parents share that wish to support other families. The Charity has gone from strength to strength since we started in 2012, and I am proud of what we have all achieved together.

I am a Solicitor, Yoga teacher and mum of two energetic boys!

I discovered BBB in 2019 after looking for places to donate my baby items to local families. I was impressed by the volunteers and how the community would pull together to support requests for basic baby goods like nappies and formula.

I wanted to get involved with BBB by using skills gained from my professional career so joined as a Trustee where I work with 6 others to help govern BBB and also support the Treasurer with some financial tasks. I really enjoy volunteering with BBB knowing that my time is spent supporting those in need.

I live with my husband and 2 young, energetic, children and work full time managing pharma client relationships for a large Contract Research Organisation. In my spare time I enjoy swimming and reading.

Having recently moved to the borough I’ve been looking to get actively involved in the community. I found BBB through a local group, and I knew I wanted to be a part of it. As a young mother myself, I know how hard the early stages of childhood can be. The impact BBB has across people in Bromley is truly phenomenal and I can’t wait to get involved.

I’m excited to use the skills I’ve learned throughout my career as a Trustee at BBB. I have over 15 years’ experience with a broad strategic and operational knowledge of public hospitals and the NHS at a national, regional, and local level. I am currently a Deputy Director of Improvement and Transformation, leading strategic change programmes across one of the biggest hospitals in the country.

When I’m not working to improve services in the NHS, I’m most likely running around after my three-year-old or enjoying some time at the gym. I’m expecting my second child in February so I’m sure things are going to get busier at home!

I was shocked when I realised the level of need in our Borough and I felt compelled to get involved somehow. I believe in the power of community to make tangible changes that improve life for local people, and that’s why I’m so passionate about being involved in BBB.  I love working with our fabulous volunteers and am always amazed by the generosity of our supporters.

I have two children, work for a debt advice charity in West London. In my spare time, I enjoy playing racquetball, drinking wine with my book group, and walking / running to keep fit.

My wife discovered BBB while searching for ways to give our children’s pre-loved toys, clothes, and strollers a second life. Being the designated driver of donations, I couldn’t help but witness firsthand the magical impact BBB had on the lives of our local families.

At BBB, I provide financial information to the trustees, enabling them to oversee and make informed management decisions.

When I’m not crunching numbers and making sure every pound finds its happy place, I have the privilege of chasing after my two energetic children. Parenthood has deepened my appreciation for community, inspiring me to contribute and make the world better, starting locally.

Having stumbled across BBB’s Facebook page when looking for somewhere to donate my children’s clothes, the power of community and the amazing work being done by a local group of women like me blew me away and when the opportunity to join the team as an FLV came up in 2019 I jumped at the chance to get involved. In 2022 I became Referrals Manager, dealing with the referrals made to the charity on a daily basis and in this role, seeing the difference our service is making to families across the borough makes me so proud to be a part of this team. In the few years that I have volunteered for the charity I have seen it double in size and I am really excited to take this next step with the charity and move into the role of trustee as the charity grows.

I work full time as an Executive Assistant and IT Co-ordinator and have 2 children who keep me busy. When I am not ferrying them around to their extra curricular activities I enjoy playing netball and unwinding with a good book.

I started volunteering for BBB when I was on maternity leave with children number 3 and 4 (twins). Because why make life easy?! I passionately believe that life is about serving society and although it’s hard to fit everything in around work and family and dogs, I get so much out of being a Trustee for BBB. On a bad day, the generosity and engagement of our supporters can lift me like nothing else!

I am Global Chief Inclusion Officer for a large advertising company and like to try and bring some of that knowledge to BBB when I can. We all bring our own unique skills to the BBB crew and I am very proud to be part of a group of women who are dedicated, empathic and strong and who make such a difference to local families.

I became aware of BBB just after the Charity started when I was looking to pass on some of my daughter’s clothes and toys. Having followed them since then, I have seen how need in our local area has increased and been impressed by BBB’s ability to always help those families. When the opportunity to become a Trustee arose, I thought it was the perfect way to support the Charity and give something back to my local community.

I am a mother of one and have lived in the London Borough of Bromley for most of my life. After a career in investment banking, I retrained as a teacher and have worked in several schools in the Borough. In my spare time I enjoy playing netball and going to the gym

I am delighted and excited to be joining BBB as its new Director. I am looking forward to getting to know this fantastic team and to helping many children and families across the borough.

I have lived in Bromley for over 25 years and have one daughter who is about to become a first time mum. I have worked in social housing for most of my career and have volunteered myself with young people for many years and truly believe in the power of volunteering.

In my spare time I am a keen gardener and love nothing more than spending the day in a sunny garden!

When I learned of the amazing work BBB do, I was blown away by the inspiring group of volunteers who help support so many families in need.  When the position became available for an Operations Manager, I wanted the opportunity to apply my skills and knowledge I’ve gained over the years, as a business owner and a volunteer, to help those less fortunate.  I am very grateful to be part of such a wonderful team of people who are all working hard to achieve the same goal.

Outside of work, I have 3 wonderful children, my daughter who is obsessed with fashion, makeup and TikTok, and two boys both at secondary, who are Rugby and Football crazy! I volunteer as a Team Manager at my sons’ rugby club and I enjoy organising events for friends and family. 

I became a FLV in 2022. I knew about BBB through Facebook, as I’d previously donated things that my children had outgrown. But it wasn’t until I became a FLV that I realised just how many families in the borough that BBB was helping.

As a FLV, I pick up as many referrals as I can, and liaise with the families, referrers and our amazing supporters. It makes such an enormous difference to them when they no longer have to worry about their children being able to sleep well, be comfortable, go to school etc and essentially just be kids.

In addition to being an active FLV, I am also the Grants Lead, which allows me to be a part of BBB in another new capacity. Maintaining one of BBB’s income streams allows the charity to continue with the support it already gives to families in the borough, but also increases depth and reach as levels of need continue to rise.

Outside of BBB, I’m a mum of two boys, a former solicitor, keen gardener, sampler of the local coffee shop offering and an expert tennis spectator.

Having lived in the Borough of Bromley pretty much all my life, I really wanted to get involved in a charity which helped the community I have grown up in. I first heard of BBB many years ago when my children’s school supported the Bed for every child campaign and I have followed their amazing work and journey ever since.
My role involves overseeing the day to day running of BBB and no day is ever the same which is what makes being a part of Team BBB a fantastic place to be.

Outside of BBB, I have two children who are sport mad so I’m kept super busy driving them to all their matches and training.

I’ve been the A Bed For Every Child Coordinator at BBB since it began in 2016. I love volunteering for BBB and know that all resources, both time and money go directly to the people who need it. I can’t bear the thought of people living in poverty and it’s so amazing to be able to help families in need in our area.

I am studying for my Dyslexia support qualification and volunteer in some Bromley schools to support this.

In 2020 BBB and another local charity, Bromley Relief in Need (BRIN), met to discuss how we could collaborate and build on Marcus Rashford’s inspiring campaign to feed vulnerable children. I was shocked to hear so many Bromley families in need do not have vital kitchen appliances. I am delighted and proud to be the Coordinator for the Healthy Home campaign BBB and BRIN set up in Spring 2021, providing new fridges and cookers to families to enable them to keep their perishable food cool and produce warm, nourishing meals for their children.

I’m the mother of twins, both at university and I love reading, current affairs, art galleries and gardening.

I joined BBB during Covid 2020 as having been involved 1st hand in helping in the local community and seeing the value & impact of that I wanted to continue giving back directly to our community.

As a Grannie to 3 very fortunate young kids it breaks my heart to hear and see how hard it is for families we at BBB support. I am full of admiration for what BBB does through its volunteer team and supporters who make what we do possible and the practical help provided to families in need.

Having worked in project management for decades, I’m now enjoying semi retirement combining various volunteer work with time with the husband, bit of social running and being “owned” by our boxer dog girl.

When I became a mother my perspective on what is really important in life changed. Becoming part of the BBB community is one of the most rewarding decisions I have made. Knowing I’m part of a team who helps a child get a good night sleep by providing a bed is the BEST feeling!

I work as a regional sales manager for a mortgage brokerage. I’m also a qualified positive psychology practitioner and coach at Bromley Rugby Club for under 8’s and the girls team.

I’ve supported Bromley Brighter Beginnings for a few years but wanted to do more to help, as I was saddened by the stories of families struggling in my local area. I joined as Community Engagement Volunteer and now also do most of our Facebook and Twitter posts. It’s been a great learning curve for me and I love being engaged with the work Team BBB do. I feel passionate about spreading the word about what we do so we reach as many local people as possible, whether as supporters or because they need our help.

I’m currently a stay-at-home parent to two daughters, and I enjoy reading and dress-making.

After travelling South East Asia in early 2024, I was motivated to come back home and use my communications skills to serve my local community. When I came across BBB, all the great work that they do and speaking to the amazing team – I’m very happy and extremely proud to be the new Event Marketing and Communications Volunteer. I’m very excited to be a part of the BBB team and get involved, especially now as I see the need of the community and knowing that there will be a time when we will all need a little bit of help and support to help us on our way.

I was a supporter of BBB for a few years and thought the way they passed on high quality children’s items from families who no longer needed them to those who couldn’t afford them was a great idea and decided to get more involved when I saw them advertise for more volunteers.

I joined as a Family Liaison Volunteer, coordinating getting donations to families mainly in the Orpington/Mottingham/Chislehurst areas. After a couple of years I took the opportunity to join the Communications team which has enabled me to learn another side of the charity and develop new skills.

Since being a part of BBB I’ve met so many genuinely kind supporters and am proud to be part of a fantastic team helping families who are so thankful for the help. Outside of BBB I have two energetic primary aged children and a house renovation to keep me busy.

Having just finished University and having lived in Bromley practically all of my life, I was looking for a valuable way to spend my time. After looking into Bromley Brighter Beginnings and all of the good work they do for the community, I saw the communication volunteer role was open and knew I wanted to help!

I have volunteered for BBB since it’s inception. It’s a wonderful charity made up of lovely volunteers who do so much to directly help those in our community who are in dire need. I wanted to use my graphic design skills to help.

I also a volunteer designer for local community group Greener & Cleaner Bromley and beyond.

I’m a mum of two and in my spare time, I’m a musician in 3 bands and an artist, creating all sorts of art, crafts and costumes.

I believe it is important to find time to help those in need, in whatever way you can, more so now than ever. When I saw an advert on FB for volunteers I jumped at the chance to help such a wonderful local cause.

I work full time as a housing litigation solicitor based in Bromley. I have 3 daughters who keep me on my toes! In my spare time I enjoy going to the theatre, exploring London, reading and travelling. 

I’ve signed up to volunteer with BBB as I want to directly help those in our community who need it. It’s a very fulfilling thing to do.

I’m looking forward to volunteering. I know the support of BBB makes a huge difference to local families and I’m happy to be part of such a fantastic organisation.

Having worked locally as a community midwife for a number of years, I can see at first-hand the difference BBB make to families in need of support, especially those with new babies.

I’m very happy to be joining the amazing BBB volunteering team. To be able to offer some help within our community to struggling young families will be very special to me. A single act of kindness throws roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.

Team BBB means a lot to me as my start in life was not dissimilar to some of the families we help. I’m looking forward to helping the FLVs by providing an organised, easy access storage space.

Outside of BBB I’m kept busy running around after my two children and husband. I play tennis, enjoy pilates and yoga and have recently started CrossFit. I love catching up with friends over a drink and dinner. 

I heard about BBB from a friend when looking for volunteering opportunities with flexible hours, that benefited families and the environment and BBB ticked all the boxes.
The wonderful generosity of supporters, being part of a dedicated team of volunteers and providing essential items to families when they need them makes volunteering with BBB so rewarding.

I work part time as a childminder and now my 2 children are grown up and flown the nest I have more time to enjoy long distance walking, knitting and pottery.

I have been donating items to the charity for a few years and value items being re-used for those in need. I’m glad to be part of the team and play my own part in helping local families.

I have 2 girls of my own and I’m a physiotherapist by background. I look forward to seeing how the charity grows over the years to help even more families.

I’ve lived in the borough of Bromley for over ten years, and I’m bringing up my two children here. I’ve become very aware of how many families are struggling locally, and how the Covid pandemic has made life even more difficult for many. After following BBB on facebook, I decided I wanted to get more involved.

In my spare time I enjoy running and cycling, and hiking with my family in the Kent countryside”

I first joined the BBB team back in December 2019 as a Stock Coordinator. A few of my close friends were involved in the charity and I had heard about the great things they were doing so it was a no brainer to get involved. I organised the storage unit and got involved developing policies and procedures that are still used today. I took a short break in 2023 but as soon as I was able to I rejoined in December 2023 as a Family Liaison Volunteer.

It still shocks me that there is so much need in the borough but being part of the BBB team also highlights how many people there are who want to help and support those around them. Every time I do a referral I am always astonished by the generosity of our supporters who donate beautiful items to pass onto the families we are helping. It feels great to be back with my BBB family.

When I am not volunteering for BBB I have two teenage boys that keep me busy and a dog who I enjoy talking for long walks. I am a member of a local choir and enjoy keeping fit on my Peloton – it helps when carrying cots up flights of stairs!

Knowing that there are so many families in need of essential items to get them through day to day life was extremely upsetting and all in the borough I live in. I jumped at the opportunity to apply for a FLV role.

I originally discovered BBB on Facebook through one of their Christmas Hamper appeals a few years ago, and I have been a supporter ever since. The fact that there are so many families in the Borough of Bromley that are struggling to provide clothing basics for their children is heart breaking. A few recent life changes have meant that I am now in a position to help in a more practical way, so when a post in my area became available, I wanted to offer to help. Knowing that 100% of all donations go directly to the families that need it is an important part of deciding to support BBB. These donations make such a difference to the daily life of ‘our’ families, and seeing how the local community rally together to provide these donations is a privilege.

I got involved with Bromley Brighter Beginnings after hearing about it from a friend.  
Once I started following on Facebook my heart hurt for the families that are in need and I just knew that I had to get involved and become a volunteer.  The work that is being done by this wonderful charity restores faith in human nature.  People are so kind and it is lovely to be involved with people that care about others. In my other life I have a demanding full time job as an estate agent selling new build properties ,2 grown up wonderful children and share the family Cockapoo who often comes with me to make deliveries to our mums.  I often think they are more pleased to see him than me!

I joined the BBB Facebook group years ago, giving donations of baby items, toys and clothes that my 2 children had outgrown. I’ve also donated during the Christmas Hamper Campaigns. I became a Family Liaison Volunteer in 2022 and find it very rewarding seeing how the charity really does make a direct difference in the community. I liaise with referred families directly to understand how the charity can help them, then request and gather donations ready to deliver to the families.

Sometimes it’s hard to know what you can do to help families that need it in our own community, but BBB operates very effectively to get practical items directly where they are needed. Whether that’s donating outgrown clothes and toys, buying extra everyday baby items in the weekly shop or making generous donations – the supporter base is so valued and so important to the charity. It is very rewarding seeing how the community pull together to help others, many of us have so many useful items that we no longer use or don’t know what to do with, and BBB can help get these to families that need them. I enjoy volunteering and doing something practical that I can see is making a difference.

I discovered BBB when I was looking for places to donate my kids’ buggy. I’m passionate about reusing and recycling so loved the idea that my pre-loved things could help a family in need. I’ve followed BBB’s Facebook group ever since and love seeing how the community pulls together for local families. My background is in children’s social services so I’ve seen the impact of poverty on children’s wellbeing and development. I am so excited to be involved in providing practical help, giving families dignity and hope for the future.

I’m the mum of two little girls. I live half my life at home begrudgingly playing a brave knight or giant troll. We bought a campervan in the first lock down so I’m naming camping as my hobby in the hope that 2022 will be the year I enjoy it! I like cycling downhill, and jogging when cars go past then walking when no one can see.

I had followed BBB for a while, I donated where and when I could. When I saw the advert to apply to volunteer for the charity I jumped at the chance. A charity that helps local people was just what I wanted to do. I have three young children and I thought how I could do something worth while and make it work around my children easily.

I had supported BBB through offering donations initially. The opportunity to volunteer for them came up. I felt that I wanted to give more to help families in need & support this amazing charity.

I’m a Children’s Nurse at Evelina London, I am a co-leader at St Augustine’s Parent & Toddler Group. I’m a big fan of the outdoors & love to cycle.

I have always helped different charities and wanted to help a charity in my borough, specifically to help families in need. BBB is a great charity to work for and I enjoy helping families in need directly. It’s extremely rewarding.

I started working part-time as an executive assistant in the city when my eldest son started primary school in 2016. I had only worked full time prior to this but I wanted to spend more quality time with my children. I also didn’t want to miss out on the school runs and school holidays!

I started following BBB a while back on Facebook and admired how much support they were giving to families all year round. I honestly did not realise the level of need in our local borough before this. As soon as a position came up to volunteer with this charity, I knew it was something I wanted to help with. It breaks my heart knowing that there are children on my doorstep that are in need.

I grew up in Hayes and moved back to the area in March 2021. I work full time as a Chartered Accountant and I’m a dog mum to a chihuahua who is a complete diva!

I became aware of BBB through one of their Christmas Hamper campaigns and I have followed and supported them for a couple of years now.  

Having lived in Bromley for over 20 years and having brought up my two (now fully grown!) children here, I jumped at the chance when a position recently became available for a Family Liaison Volunteer with BBB. The charity provides such fantastic direct and practical support to local families in the borough and I am proud to be a part of the team!