Creativity quite honestly saved my life. As much as that is such a cringey and cliché thing to say, the power of creativity is one we too often underestimate.

"I feel confident, focused, excited and calm... this isn't where I expected to be."

"A trip to London with Sophie would be my perfect day."

"I feel like I'm building a bond with you."

Student paediatric nurse Ashleigh took on a month long placement with us at The Mighty Creatives to work on her Creative Writing Packs - a project for children and young people in hospitals in Nottinghamshire. Here she reflects on the work she's produced and her time at TMC.

Sophiya tells us about her experiences of YEF, how it’s supported her to take on new projects, and how it’s helped to inspire her future.

Our European WellBe partner Yonko along with his son Christian took part in their own Boss Bike Ride in Bulgaria! Below Yonko reflects on the importance of leadership - something our Boss Bike Rides campaign champions in all paths.

Megan tells us about her experience as a Kickstarter on the DWP's Kickstart Scheme, in her role at TMC helping to bring the charity's brand to life...

YEF recipient Casey talks about his poetry anthology Fly Don't Fall.

Young Empowerment Fund (YEF) participant, Sarah, discusses her project and being a funding recipient.

We spoke to Jess Fisher, a young disabled musician who works with local arts organisations, to find out more about her creative social action project funded by TMC.

Griffydam Primary School, Leicestershire gives a first-hand account of its Artsmark journey.

Moving Together have been bringing dance to communities throughout Leicestershire for 9 years. They were also one of the first creative businesses we supported through our Bank of TMC project for young entrepreneurs.

Mary Strickson is the founder of creative enterprise The Picture Whole and one of the artists behind two of The Mighty Creatives projects – Emerge and Splash!

Anita Fox shares how Open Heritage Day will support the development of The Collection's outreach work.