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News, stories and insights from the team at Marmalade Trust


Why it's so important to connect with people of different generations
Global Intergenerational Week is just around the corner (24 - 30 April 2024)! Encouraging activities and relationships between young and...
Mar 20, 20243 min read


Are loneliness and isolation the same?
Loneliness and isolation are not the same. We can be isolated (alone) and not feel lonely. We can also be surrounded by other people, yet...
Mar 6, 20245 min read


The key to happiness? Human connection ✔️
The longest and most comprehensive study on happiness comes from Harvard University. Researchers have followed two groups of men (and...
Mar 5, 20242 min read


A practical guide to conversations about loneliness
From the moment Marmalade Trust was founded 10 years ago, our aim has been to create a society where we recognise that loneliness exists...
Mar 5, 20245 min read


10 books which teach us about loneliness and connection
In celebration of World Book Day, we got together at Marmalade HQ to compile a list of 10 compelling reads exploring loneliness and the...
Mar 5, 20244 min read


Interaction's epic 24 hr fundraising challenge
Why Interaction are fundraising for Marmalade Trust We're delighted that Interaction have chosen Marmalade Trust as their Charity of the...
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Why do I feel so lonely on Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day, traditionally a celebration of love and connection, can paradoxically evoke feelings of loneliness for many of us. This...
Feb 7, 20243 min read


How make Valentine's Day feel less lonely this year
Technically, we know that being single on Valentine’s Day isn’t a big deal. It’s just like any other day… But for some reason the thought...
Feb 7, 20243 min read


Positive affirmations for loneliness
Start your day with these 7 affirmations to promote your self-confidence and self-belief.
Jan 30, 20242 min read


Christmas Cheer 2023: Your support made it happen!
Why Christmas Cheer matters At Marmalade Trust, we know that the Christmas period is often the most painful time of year for those...
Jan 10, 20243 min read


10 ways to feel more connected this year
Let's make 2024 a year filled with meaningful connections!
Jan 3, 20243 min read


10 fundraising ideas for 2024
Your fundraising will raise the money that’s crucial to help Marmalade Trust support some of the loneliest people in our region to make...
Jan 1, 20243 min read


Founder and CEO Amy Perrin Awarded OBE
Marmalade Trust CEO honoured in The King’s New Years Honours List for services to older people. We are delighted to announce that our...
Dec 30, 20232 min read


Marmalade Trust awarded The King’s Award!
We are delighted and honoured to have been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service! 🎉 Equivalent to an MBE, the...
Nov 14, 20232 min read


How you can support Marmalade this Christmas
This week, our Volunteer Coordinator, Helen, shared the news that all volunteer positions have now been filled for this Christmas - whoop...
Nov 10, 20233 min read


Golfing for good: Wain Homes' generous donation
We are so thankful for the wonderful support we have received from Wain Homes! We were delighted to receive an incredible £16,000...
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Heineken hosts inaugral charity gala ball raising vital funds
We were delighted to attend a glittering gala ball at the stunning Monastery in Manchester to celebrate our partnership with HEINEKEN UK....
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Our 10th birthday party!
This week held a special celebration to mark 10 incredible years of Marmalade Trust and the special people who helped make it all...
Nov 2, 20232 min read


Introducing the Marmalade cocktail and dessert
Raising awareness with a marmalade-themed dessert and cocktail!
Oct 25, 20232 min read


10 ways to support Marmalade Trust
First of all, thank you for reading this – you’re amazing! Without our dedicated community of volunteers and supporters donating time or...
Oct 18, 20235 min read
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