Why support We The Curious?
We The Curious is an award-winning educational charity and science centre located on Bristol’s harbourside, dedicated to serving our communities.
Our expertise, location and resources mean we're uniquely positioned to connect and inspire everyone through science.
To build a better world together, we believe there's a critical need to address widening inequalities experienced by young people, disabled people, people experiencing racism and communities experiencing social inequality, all historically underrepresented within science.
Seagulls project with Hannah More Primary - credit Freia Turland
Science centres play a vital role in tackling educational inequalities. Our trustees are delighted to support We The Curious in developing ambitious and accessible learning initiatives for all. We are impressed by the charity’s engaging approach to involving the wider community in shaping their programming and exhibitions.Philippa Charles, Director at Garfield Weston Foundation
Your support will help us:
- Welcome 300,000 visitors annually to experience 200+ interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, live research opportunities, and 3D Planetarium shows.
- Engage 70,000 school children - making us the largest provider in the region of STEM learning outside the classroom.
- Deliver free community events, activities and membership in our venue and across Bristol.
- Support 100+ volunteers and provide inclusive work experience and career programs.
- Partner with universities to facilitate visitor involvement in cutting-edge research.
- Decarbonise by 2030, and lead environmental initiatives in our city and sector.
- Offer digital learning platforms including the largest science centre YouTube channel (107,000 subscribers).
We're currently seeking funding for...
Community programme
Help us to deliver activities in venue and out and about around Bristol to improve accessibility, inclusion and participation in STEM.
Curious partner schools
Support Bristol primary school children to design and deliver their own sustainability themed research and enjoy a free visit to We The Curious
Ways to support us
We have a long history of working with trusts and foundation partners to deliver impactful projects across a broad range of areas.
Examples include - major multimillion pound exhibitions such as Project What If, climate change schools’ workshops and community programme which helps diverse communities to both influence our work and open up access to opportunities at We The Curious.
We The Curious believes in mutually beneficial partnerships. We're uniquely positioned to deliver social impact in the South West. We enjoy supporting staff fundraising, volunteering, gifts in-kind and skill sharing. We can offer a range of benefits including venue hire, unique experiences, staff membership and marketing opportunities.
Examples of support include: pro-bono support to develop key operational reporting, volunteering on our school’s programme and donating hand dryers!
We develop long-lasting, bespoke relationships with the individuals who generously support us. We want to understand your motivations for donating and identify the area of our work you would like to give to, whether that’s a specific project, or allowing us to direct your donation to where it is most needed.
We'll keep you updated on the progress of the projects and initiatives your gift is supporting through regular reports, attending events or site visits so you can see the difference your gift is making first hand.
We're passionate about partnering with those who share our values and vision. We enjoy bringing together community and education partners as well as universities, academics, Industry and public bodies and associations to achieve our charitable mission.
We're sector leaders in inclusive science communication, public engagement in sustainability, research and innovation, and STEM education.
The trustees of Enovert Community Trust could instantly see the benefit of supporting a project that will have such a widely felt impact for the people of Bristol and beyond. Millennium Square is a honeypot site and it is really important that the attractions that people come to see are in good working order to maximise the amenity.Angela Haymonds, Enovert Community Trust Manager
Your support makes a difference
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Takeover Days
In schools and educational establishments
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Minds inspired
In schools and educational settings
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Out and About events
In our local communities
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Curious connections
Out and About in our local communities
We'd love to hear from you
Tell us what motivates you and how you want to get involved. Email or call us on 0117 915 1000