This month’s Director’s Chair is retiring COO, Graham The ‘Golden Thread’ This morning (10th September 2025) I handed back my laptop and keys after 10 years in a paid role at The Door, having had my 11th set of annual
Director’s Chair
Our Offices are Officially Open!
On a sunny Friday afternoon in September 2025 we were delighted to welcome Julie Kent MBE, High Sheriff of Gloucestershire and a whole host of other guests to The Door’s new offices in Stroud for our ‘official opening’. Situated at
The Door Receives the Edna Powell Cup (Stroud Show 2025)
Victoria Robson, CEO, The Door: “I am absolutely delighted that The Door has been chosen as the recipient of the Edna Powell Cup for 2025. This award is a truly meaningful recognition, not just for us as a local charity,
Supporting Year 6’s This Summer Term
As the Summer Holidays approach and the school year comes to an end, year 6 pupils in Primary Schools across the district have already started to turn their attention to what lies ahead in the Autumn. As part of The
Volunteers Week Celebrations
The Door are always delighted to join in with National Volunteers Week Celebrations from 1st – 7th June. We simply wouldn’t be able to do without our incredible team of volunteers and each year we do what we can to
Reinette’s Story: Young Volunteer Interview
Reinette is part of The Door’s Youth Voice Board as well as volunteering in our Charity Shop. As part of our Volunteers Week celebrations, we asked her a few questions about what it is like to be a young volunteer
Tickets on Sale for Summer Serenade
Bringing together not one but two incredible local choirs, Summer Serenade is set to be a superb evening of entertainment. The evening will include performances from The Whiteshill & Ruscombe community choir and The Rosary Primary School choir. All of
Zena’s Story
Zena’s story I never really got on with school – I mean, I made it through, but it wasn’t easy. I never felt at home there. I’m Zena by the way. I’m 16 and I am neurodivergent. For me that
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Everyone has mental health, all of the time. Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 is taking place from Monday 12th to Sunday 18th of May. This year, the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week is community (Mental Health Foundation, UK). Anne
Introducing Jonathan
Hi Jonathan Hello! Please could you tell us a bit about your role at The Door. Ok, I am a charity shop assistant at The Door Shop, which is at the top of the High Street in Stroud. I take