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The UK's leading charity empowering lives through the creative arts. Charity of the Year 2020.

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Create Charity@createcharity· 19d

🫂 Today is #SamaritansAwarenessDay This artwork was created during a recent creative:tandem project, where young people living in inpatient mental health units explored photography, animation and cyanotype printmaking. Funded by The Simon Rivett-Carnac Trust.

Create Charity@createcharity· 20d

🎥 At our recent creative:voices project in Manchester, carers explored a new way of expressing themselves through drama. Working as a group, the participants created a new script, acted and directed their very own film. Funded by Johnston Nijman Foundation & White Stuff

Create Charity@createcharity· 21d

Earlier this year, we delivered our first project in partnership with Think Ahead Stroke, working with people who have experienced a stroke alongside their carers. Participants explored painting in a welcoming, supportive environment. Funded by Johnston Nijman Foundation and White Stuff.

Create Charity@createcharity· 22d

Our latest blog explores the impact of Create's work across the North West and shares how creativity is helping young carers build confidence, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing. Thank you to Garfield Weston Foundation. https://f.mtr.cool/yguziuaczf

Create Charity@createcharity· 23d

🧠 Studies show that people who are lonely are twice as likely to suffer from depression. 🎨That where Create comes in. art:links is our programme tackling loneliness and isolation in older adults through the arts. Funded by The Headley Trust.

Create Charity@createcharity· 25d

Deadline this Monday 20 July to apply to be our new Head of Development (Grants & Major Gifts) We're looking for an ambitious and strategic fundraising leader to join Create's Senior Leadership Team and help drive the next chapter of our growth. https://f.mtr.cool/rqrkyjuell

Create Charity@createcharity· 26d

📢 We're hiring! Join Create as our Head of Development (Grants & Major Gifts) and help grow the funding that empowers lives, reduces isolation and enhances wellbeing through the creative arts. 📅 DEADLINE: Monday 20 July https://f.mtr.cool/cwrocroutl

Create Charity@createcharity· 29d

Imagination took centre stage at our recent our:voices project in Rochdale. 🎨✨ Children in care explored visual arts through storytelling, drawing and sculpture, bringing original characters and ideas to life in wonderfully creative ways. Funded by Network for Social Change

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 13

Our recent art:links mosaics project in Westminster brought together older adults to explore creativity, build confidence and connect through the shared experience of making art. 🎨 Funded by The Headley Trust and the Worshipful Company of Coopers. #CreativeHealth #ArtsForWellbeing

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 9

❤️ During #CreateWeek, we celebrated with style at our More Creative dance showcase. Adults with learning disabilities from Bede House and local schoolchildren came together to celebrate everything they had created throughout the project. Funded by Southwark Council Neighbourhoods Fund

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 8

💛 Thank you for being part of #CreateWeek 2026! 💛 ✨ We'll be sharing some of our favourite moments from the week over the coming days - and we'd love to include yours - share your creations with us at communications@createarts.org.uk

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 7

🎨 It's the final day of Create Week, but there's still time to get involved! Today's spotlight is Flower Origami, a relaxing paper-folding activity that transforms simple materials into beautiful blooms. 📥 Download all 7 activities https://f.mtr.cool/namajonabo

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 6

Creativity helps us express ourselves, connect with others and imagine new possibilities. Yet many people don't see themselves as creative. That's one of the reasons #CreateWeek exists: to remind people that creativity is for everyone. Find out more at createweek.org

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 6

✍️ DAY 6 OF #CREATEWEEK Today we're spotlighting "Who Said That"? We thought we'd write something thoughtful... Instead, we ended up writing a comedy! That's the joy of today's activity - you never know where it will lead. 📥 https://f.mtr.cool/icmfyvlaqj

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 5

🎨 DAY 5 OF #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Pop-Up Bouquets, a joyful paper craft activity that results in a beautiful handmade bouquet. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/azydhzeklp - choose whichever inspires you most. #PaperCraft

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 4

At Create, we see the impact of creativity every day. This #CreateWeek, we're celebrating the power of creativity and making it easier than ever to get involved. Download the free activities: https://f.mtr.cool/hpsnirnvio

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 4

🎨 DAY 4 #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Drawing with Intention, an invitation to focus on the process rather than the outcome and reconnect with the joy of making marks on a page. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/czdoeiyvrg

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 3

🎨 We're nearly halfway through #CreateWeek – a week-long celebration of creativity and wellbeing! We invite you to take some time for yourself, make something, and reflect on how you feel afterwards. ❤️ Download our 7 free creative activities at https://f.mtr.cool/xwphdumigd

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 3

🎨 DAY 3 OF #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Diorama Worlds, an opportunity to build a miniature world using simple materials and a big imagination. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/aokgnwdifr

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 2

Connection is at the heart of this year's Create Week theme. Whether it's creating alongside others, sharing ideas, attending an event or simply having a conversation about something you've made, creativity has a unique ability to bring people together.

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 2

🎨 DAY 2 OF #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is 'What's in the Bag?', a creative writing activity that injects life into everyday objects. We're also joined by Writer and Create Patron, Esther Freud, who tried the activity herself. https://f.mtr.cool/rkaczsxyqk

Create Charity@createcharity· Jul 1

🎨 DAY 1 OF #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Mindfulness Zines: a chance to slow down, reflect and create your own zine. 💛 A great activity for self-expression and mindful creativity. Download all 7 activities at https://f.mtr.cool/esgfwmbtnp

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 30

🎨Professor Daisy Fancourt @ucl-sbb.bsky.social has spent years researching the relationship between the arts and wellbeing. Her conclusion is clear: creativity isn't a luxury; it's an essential part of living healthier, more connected lives. 🎉 Join us for #CreateWeek 1-7 July!

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 29

At our recent Create Conversations event, Nicky Goulder MBE reflected on the power of creativity to bring people together. 🎨 This #CreateWeek, we're celebrating the connection that can come when you make time for creativity. Sign up today: https://f.mtr.cool/eqrelylzwh

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 26

Vacancy: Executive Assistant to our Chief Executive. 📍 London-based (minimum three office days per week) 📅 DEADLINE THIS MONDAY 29 JUNE https://f.mtr.cool/qwsiyoylus #CharityJobs #ArtsJobs

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 25

🌟 This year's #CreateWeek theme is Connect. Creativity doesn't just help us make things, it helps us connect with ourselves, our communities and each other. Find out more https://f.mtr.cool/rbpvhvorsd

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 23

What if the barrier isn't creativity itself, but where it happens? At our Create Conversations event, Jemilea Wisdom-Baako spoke about the importance of belonging when it comes to creativity and wellbeing. Don't miss the next conversation: https://f.mtr.cool/vkjidgmuof

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 22

Last month, adult carers in Redbridge explored photography through creative:voices, developing new skills, sharing ideas and connecting with others who understand their experiences. Funded by White Stuff #AdultCarers #CreativeHealth #CreateArts

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 19

✨ We're hiring an Executive Assistant to our Chief Executive 📍 London-based (minimum three office days per week) 📅 Application deadline: 9am, Monday 29 June 2026 Find out more and apply: https://f.mtr.cool/cpswgjhmaw #CharityJobs #ArtsJobs

Create Charity@createcharity· Jun 18

🌟 This #AutisticPrideDay, we're celebrating the creativity of the autistic people we work with across the UK. Through our projects, participants explore their creativity, developing confidence, building connections and sharing their unique perspectives with the world.