What is the ChariTEA of the Quarter all about?
When we set up Bird & Blend back in 2013, we knew we wanted to create a company that gave back to the world and the communities that we worked within. We are passionate about supporting causes that are close to our hearts, helping the people & environment around us, so our ChariTEA (did you see what we did there?) of the Quarter was born. Supporting causes we love through tea seemed like the pretty perfect move for us!
Every three months we choose a different charity to work with and support them through the profits of their chosen blend,along with campaigns that our fans and customers get involved in too.
During this time, all of the money that we make from the sales of our ChariTEA blend go straight to that charity or cause.
So how does it work?
Once a ChariTEA has been selected, they choose a blend of ours that they feel fits with their identity and cause. All of the profits from that blend online, goes directly to the ChariTEA to support their amazing work!
But, more than that - once we have selected our ChariTEA of the Quarter we like to really get to know them to find out how else we can support them further. This could be through promotion on our socials and newsletters, our Teabirds volunteering to help them out directly, in store fundraising events or mentoring, the possibilities are endless!
Our stores also each have a specific store ChariTEA that they have chosen, which the profits of their store blend go to!
How to get involved?
All of our ChariTEAs are nominated by a Teabird or a customer so we can make sure we are supporting causes that mean a lot to us. We don't have any strict selection criteria so if you have a campaign or charity that you would like to nominate please email info@birdandblendtea.com with your reasons why and we will add them to our list to consider.
If you see a campaign or ChariTEA that we are working with that you think you can help out too then please drop Georgina a line so we can see how we can spread the good work!
How much have we raised so far?
We are proud to have raised £355,248 so far across all of our chosen ChariTEAs!
Who have we supported in the past?
Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity - a charity providing specialist nurses and support for seriously ill children across the UK.
EveryYouth - EveryYouth is the national charity for young people (16-25 year olds) facing homelessness.
VICTA - a small but national charity working to empower children & young adults who are blind or partially sighted across the UK.
Hospice Uk - supports the amazing work of the hundreds of hospices for adults & children across the United Kingdom.
RCN Foundation - supports nurses, midwives, & healthcare support workers at every stage of their career journey.
Rays of Sunshine - Rays of Sunshine brightens the lives of seriously ill young people and their families by granting wishes and providing ongoing support within hospitals.
Brighton Fringe - a Brighton based charity focused on the uplifting of the arts, & supporting acts from all backgrounds.
The Grand Appeal - The dedicated charity for Bristol Children’s Hospital. The charity funds services, refurbishments, artwork and equipment that not only help wonderful staff provide incredible care and treatment, but also make Bristol Children’s Hospital as child-friendly and welcoming as can be.
Life after Cancer - a support network for people who have overcome cancer. They offer in person, as well as remote activities & coaching.
Mental Health Mates - is a network of peer supporting groups in person & online, run by people who experience their own mental health issues.
Pelican Parcels - a local charity with a vision to create a community in which families and carers have all the essentials for their children.
Therapy Dogs Nationwide - a national charity where visiting volunteers take their own dogs into establishments such as hospitals, schools, & prisons to provide comfort, distraction, and stimulation, kindly nominated by Teabird Georgina.
Something To Look Forward To - nominated by Teabird Nicola, this family-founded cancer charity provides gifts and experiences to people affected by cancer and their families.
End Youth Homelessness - is a national movement of 11 member charities that have joined forces to tackle youth homelessness together.
Heads Above The Waves - is a non-profit organisation that supports young people who struggle with their mental health.
Stonebridge City Farm, Nottingham - a much loved city farm and visitor centre that is run by volunteers and gives visitors a little slice of the countryside in the heart of the city.
Manchester MIND - a charity that have been supporting better mental health for everyone for 30 years.
Together Co. - a charity that's tackling loneliness through connecting people, places and ideas.
UK Black Pride - are Europe’s largest celebration for LGBTQ people of African, Asian, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and Latin American descent, and is a safe space to celebrate diverse sexualities, gender identities, gender expressions & cultures.
ThinkForward - help prevent the next generation of youth unemployment in areas of the UK that most need support!
Time to Talk Befriending - help people over 65 who feel chronic loneliness caused by social isolation.
Team Domenica - help young people with learning disabilities discover their career potential, to create more employment opportunities and to remove barriers to work in local communities.
Bore Place's Grow to Grow Project - a beautiful farm in Kent, where the Bore Place team are working towards sustainable solutions in farming, food and education.
Bounce Alzheimer's Therapy - aptly named as they are attempting to ease symptoms of Alzheimers and improve standards of living for those suffering from this disease through ping pong.
Tunbridge Wells Mental Health Resource - run by volunteers who help anyone struggling with both practical and emotional support when they need it.
Unicef's Syria Appeal - their largest ever winter appeal to help protect Syrian children from the deadly winter.
Care International - one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development organisations.
Off The Fence - support groups that are the most at risk in the community. They provide life-saving support for the homeless, their outreach teams are on the streets in the evenings seeking to meet the basic needs of those who are homeless and sleeping rough.
St John's Day Centre - runs twice a week in Hucknall, Nottingham for elderly people in the community. Their fab group of volunteers provide a warm, nutritious meal as well as friendship, activities & care.
Brighton Carers Centre Caravan Fund - improve the quality of life for all the amazing carers in Brighton & Hove. We helped them raise funds to go towards a respite caravan for carers offering a cheap option for breaks and holidays.
Ditch the Label - one of the UK's largest and most ambitious anti-bullying charities: 'They are saying no to the fact that 2.5 million teens are still experiencing bullying & no to ignoring it".
Brighton Peace and Environment Centre - work with schools in the local community, providing resources for teachers to educate kids about the environment.
Action on Hearing Loss - nominated by Brighton regular, Dale who mentioned to us that they had really made a difference to him. They aim to make life fully inclusive for deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus
Newhaven RNLI - after walking along the seafront to the Brighton store every day and seeing first hand the magnificent job the Lifeboat's team of volunteers do on a daily basis Krisi + Mike chose their local RNLI to be Bird & Blend's first ever ChariTEA.
To find out more, search 'ChariTEA' on our UniversiTEA.
2025 Local Store ChariTEAs
London Angel
Store ChariTEA: Tender Education and Arts
What Do They Do: they're A UK charity that uses drama & art to educate children, young people & adults about healthy relationships, working to prevent domestic abuse & sexual violence & promote equality, respect & consent.
Bath
Store ChariTEA: Off The Record
What Do They Do: Provide free counselling, support & group work for young people to promote emotional wellbeing & mental health.
Store Blend: West Country Pear Cider
Bluewater
Store ChariTEA: Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Services (ADSS)
What Do They Do: Provides free counselling, support & group work for young people to promote emotional wellbeing & mental health.
Store Blend: Blue Raspberry
London Borough
Store ChariTEA: WhizzKidz
What Do They Do: Helps disabled children & young people by providing mobility equipment, support, social activities & skills to live independently & confidently.
Store Blend: London Fog
Brighton Beach & Brighton Laines
Store ChariTEA: Cats Protection
What Do They Do: Rescues, cares for, & rehomes stray, homeless or abandoned cats & educates people about cat welfare & responsible pet ownership.
Store Blend: Brighton Rock
Bristol
Store ChariTEA: The Mazi Project
What Do They Do: Supports disadvantaged 16-25 year olds with food, cooking workshops & life skills to build confidence, independence & community.
Store Blend: West Country Pear Cider or Bristol Breeze
Cambridge
Store ChariTEA: The Cambridge Acorn Project
What Do They Do: A charity offering therapeutic support, wellbeing hubs & education services to children, young people & families in Cambridgeshire who’ve experienced trauma, abuse or financial hardship.
Store Blend: Cambridge Classics
Canterbury
Store ChariTEA: Canterbury RSPCA
What Do They Do: Rescues, rehabilitates & rehomes cats & small pets in East Kent & supports pet owners with advice & assistance to help keep animals safe & cared for.
Store Blend: Canterbury Cup & Chaucer
Cardiff
Store ChariTEA: The Queer Emporium Foundation CIC
What Do They Do: A queer community hub, shop & events space in Cardiff that supports LGBTQIA+ people by showcasing local queer businesses, hosting social events & community schemes while reinvesting all profits into LGBTQ+ community projects.
Store Blend: Welsh Cake Cwtch
Chiswick
Store ChariTEA: UK Paraclimbing Collective
What Do They Do: A charity making rock‑climbing accessible to people of all abilities to give disabled, neurodivergent & differently abled climbers the opportunity to climb together.
Store Blend: London Fog
London Covent Garden
Store ChariTEA: Little Village
What Do They Do: Donates clothes, toys, equipment, beds, pushchairs & essentials to baby banks for families with young children who need support, helping reduce poverty & build community.
Store Blend: London Fog
Edinburgh
Store ChariTEA: Edinburgh Women’s Aid Ltd
What Do They Do: Provides confidential emotional, practical & legal support to women, children & young people in Edinburgh experiencing domestic abuse, helping them stay safe & rebuild their lives.
Store Blend: Edinburgh Rock
Exeter
Store ChariTEA: The Intercom Trust
What Do They Do: A LGBTQIA+ charity in the South West offering counselling, advocacy, youth & family support & helpline services to support & protect LGBTQIA+ people facing discrimination.
Store Blend: Devon Cream Tea
Glasgow
Store ChariTEA: Ubuntu Women Shelter
What Do They Do: A Glasgow based charity offering emergency accommodation, practical support & wellbeing services for women & marginalized genders with insecure immigration status or no access to public funds.
Store Blend: WhiskTEA
Guildford
Store ChariTEA: Guildford Institute
What Do They Do: A long standing community charity in Guildford offering cultural & educational activities, a welcoming vegan/vegetarian café & a wellbeing centre where people can connect, learn & receive support.
Store Blend: Surrey Hills
Leeds
Store ChariTEA: Henshaws Society for Blind People
What Do They Do: Provides support, training & advice to people affected by sight loss or other disabilities, helping blind or partially sighted individuals live independently & access services.
Store Blend: Yorkshire Rose
Lincoln
Store ChariTEA: Pumpkin and Friends
What Do They Do: Supports disabled pets by providing free wheelchairs, strollers & veterinary help, raising awareness for special needs animals & aiming to create a sanctuary for disabled animals to live happily.
Store Blend: Lincoln Imp
Liverpool
Store ChariTEA: Positive Futures
What Do They Do: A community focused charity supporting young people & adults through open access activities, targeted support, wellbeing groups & crisis help, helping them build confidence, mental wellbeing & new life skills.
Store Blend: Strawberry Fields
Manchester
Store ChariTEA: Women Asylum Seekers Together
What Do They Do: A grassroots charity in Manchester that supports asylum seeking women with peer led drop ins, wellbeing workshops, rights information & community solidarity to help them navigate the asylum system & build confidence together.
Store Blend: Champagne Supernova
Newcastle
Store ChariTEA: Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
What Do They Do: Rescues lost, abandoned, neglected & unwanted dogs & cats in the North East, cares for them medically & emotionally & works to rehome them into loving forever homes.
Store Blend: Tea on the Tyne
Norwich
Store ChariTEA: Marine and Wildlife Rescue
What Do They Do: Rescues, rehabilitates & releases injured seals, seabirds & other wildlife along the Norfolk & Suffolk coast helping animals recover & return safely to the wild.
Store Blend: Norfolk Golden Hour
Nottingham
Store ChariTEA: Nottingham Women’s Centre
What Do They Do: Provides a safe, inclusive community space for women offering free activities & courses, affordable counselling, case worker support, practical help with housing, benefits or justice issues, & a place to relax, connect & rebuild confidence.
Store Blend: Candy Floss at the Fair
Oxford
Store ChariTEA: Play2Give
What Do They Do: An Oxfordshire based charity raising funds to support children’s health, giving practical help, gifts & hope to families, hospital patients & those in need across the region.
Store Blend: Oxford Comma
London Portobello
Store ChariTEA: West London Welcome
What Do They Do: A community centre & charity supporting refugees, asylum seekers & migrants in West London by offering English classes, advice, hot meals, foodbank & clothing, social & creative activities, childcare & a welcoming space where people can connect, get support & rebuild confidence.
Store Blend: London Fog
Rye
Store ChariTEA: Sussex Wildlife Trust
What Do They Do: A nature conservation charity that works to protect wildlife & wild places in Sussex, conserving habitats, species, & promoting environmental education.
Store Blend: Sussex Sea Swim
Sheffield
Store ChariTEA: Sheffield Retired Greyhounds
What Do They Do: Rescues retired racing greyhounds & finds them loving, forever homes while caring for their welfare after they retire from racing
Store Blend: Sheffield Allsorts
Worthing
Store ChariTEA: Superstar Arts
What Do They Do: Providing adults with learning disabilities opportunities to express themselves creatively by offering art, screen printing & community projects to build confidence, social connection & independence.
Store Blend: Worthing’s Original
York
Store ChariTEA: SASH (Safe and Sound Homes)
What Do They Do: A charity supporting 16-25 year olds facing homelessness in North & East Yorkshire by offering safe emergency stays or longer term accommodation in volunteer hosts’ homes, plus guidance, support & help getting back on their feet.
Store Blend: Yorkshire Rose
Windsor - coming soon!
