Announcing our Shaping Forces Sponsors

The Shaping Portsmouth Armed Forces Community programme team are pleased to announce the sponsors for our upcoming Shaping Forces event at the Royal Maritime Hotel on 26th June. Citrus Facilities Management has signed on as the Headline Sponsor of the event, continuing their commitment to contribute to the growth and success of our city. They […]

Successful Launch of Mental Health Breakfast Networking Event

Our first Mental Health Matters Breakfast Networking event kicked off during Mental Health Awareness Week on Monday 12th May, bringing together like-minded business professionals for meaningful conversations about workplace wellbeing. Hosted in partnership with Solent Mind as part of our Workplace Health & Wellbeing programme, the event created a supportive environment for open dialogue on […]

Episode 41: Fair Ways

In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries talks to Gareth Webb and Natalie Merriman from Fair Ways about Fostering Fortnight, their work with children in foster care, and Foster Friendly Employers.

Episode 43: Green City Partnership

In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries talks to Felicity Harris, Portsmouth City Council’s Strategic Lead for Climate Resilience & Natural Environment, about her role, the importance of green spaces in the city, and how we can all help with the Green City Partnership.

Step into Summer with our Mental Health Walk & Talks!

We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Workplace Health & Wellbeing programme’s Mental Health Walk & Talks for this summer season, kicking off during Mental Health Awareness week on Wednesday May 14th, at Lakeside North Harbour, between 10:00 and 11:00am. Join us for a morning of connecting, an opportunity to boost well-being while enjoying […]

Episode 44: Portsmouth Community Lottery

In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries talks to Helen Morton, Communications Lead at the HIVE Portsmouth, about the Portsmouth Community Lottery, how the lottery grants can support the local community, and how residents can support the lottery. Find out more about Portsmouth Community Lottery at https://www.portsmouthlottery.co.uk/

Episode 45: The Parenting Network

In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries talks to Matt Foster, Founder and CEO of the Parenting Network about his life, the Network, and launching The Forge.

Kicking off the 2025 Cruise season

Earlier this month we launched our 2025 Cruise Passenger programme with our amazing meet-and-greet volunteers. How fantastic to host our 2025 launch event at The Mary Rose museum with so many of our volunteers in attendance. Since 2019, cruise arrivals in Portsmouth have grown by an impressive 115%, highlighting the city’s rise as a key […]

Episode 47: Biscoes Solicitors

CEO Dave Humphries talks to Alison Lee, Managing Director of Biscoes Solicitors, about her career, the firm, and their work in the community, in particular their dedication to the Armed Forces Community and support of the Armed Forces Covenant and Employer Recognition Scheme.

Episode 50: GRP Solutions

Dave Humphries talks to Brian Harpur, Managing Director of GRP Solutions, about his journey to Portsmouth and founding the business, their community focus, and the Naomi House Big Five Challenge.