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Support Bedford Giving

We are a founder member of Bedford Giving, a movement which has been set up by a group of eight passionate businesses, charities and partners, who have all come together with a united single goal - to help create a brighter future for the next generation in Bedford. We also host Bedford Giving, meaning all funds provided go directly towards helping young people, not running costs.

Support Bedford Giving

Bedford Giving believes everyone in Bedford has something to give – time, skills, funds – and by all working together, we can achieve more than we could on our own.

It’s kick starting a range of transformational projects, and needs your help!

Visit www.bedfordgiving.org.uk to see how you can get involved.

 

 

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Our History

SIR WILLIAM HARPUR’S VISION

The Harpur Trust was founded over 450 years ago by Sir William Harpur, a local man born to humble beginnings who made his fortune as a merchant tailor and became Lord Mayor of London in 1561.

Today our activities are still inspired by Sir William Harpur’s vision. He understood the value of education, and he saw what needed to be addressed to support the people in his hometown of Bedford.

 

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Featured News

09 Apr 2025

The Harpur Trust welcomes Universal Studios, the new largest non-state employer in Bedford

04 Apr 2025

Teachers from across Bedford Borough explored what makes a quality Early Years environment

13 Mar 2025

Applications open for university bursaries to help local students afford to study a degree