Bloom
Creative Wellbeing
About Bloom
At Bloom, we know that creativity has the power to transform lives and strengthen communities. We are dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing through creative practices such as drama, music, art, crafts, dance, writing, poetry, and spoken word.
Our focus is on creating opportunities for connection and self-expression, offering a range of creative wellbeing opportunities for people of all ages. Through accessible and inclusive workshops, events, groups, and one-to-one sessions, we help people and communities bloom through creativity.
Why We Exist
Creativity is too often overlooked as an essential part of wellbeing. But we know that creative expression and experiencing the arts can be a lifeline. Creativity helps people heal, cope, and thrive. When it comes to wellbeing, we often hear about the importance of talking, exercise, sleep, and healthy habits—and all of these matter. But creativity deserves a place on that list, too.
Creative practice can be a safe space to express and process feelings, a mindful focus when life feels overwhelming, or a way to connect with others and ease loneliness. At Bloom, we want to make sure that creativity isn't just a 'nice to have' - it's an essential part of everyone's mental health and wellbeing toolkit.
Our work is grounded in the belief that everyone should have access to creative wellbeing practices, and that creativity can help people navigate times of trouble, pain, or uncertainty. We're here to ensure that creative wellbeing is available to all, in ways that are inclusive, welcoming, and impactful.
We created Bloom to make a real difference, driven by kindness, creativity, inclusion and sustainability. Bloom is here because we had to be the change we wanted to see in the world. With social, health, and economic inequality growing in the UK, innovative, creative and sustainable business models are needed to drive social change and empower people and communities. We want to make a meaningful difference—and Bloom is how we do that.
our mission
To champion creativity as an essential part of health and wellbeing, and create opportunities for people to bloom through creativity.
our vision
A society where creativity is recognised and embraced as an essential part of health and wellbeing, supporting people and communities to bloom.
Our Core Values
At the heart of everything we do are our three core values: Kindness, Creativity, and Community. These values shape our actions, guide our work, and help us stay true to our mission. They ensure our approach is always inclusive, respectful, and rooted in the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to bloom.
Kindness
Kindness is our foundation for meaningful and positive connections. It drives how we support one another and approach our work. We practice compassion and respect for others, and ourselves through self-care. Kindness is essential in creating spaces where people feel safe and valued.
Creativity
Creativity is transformative. We value and provide evidence-based approaches and see beyond current trends and the norm. Creativity empowers people to express themselves, heal, connect and grow, and it fuels everything we do—from our work to the way we think about wellbeing and run our company.
What is a CIC?
A Community Interest Company (CIC) is a type of business designed to benefit the community. The CIC structure includes an 'asset lock', which legally guarantees our profits are used to benefit the communities we serve—not for private gain.
Why a CIC?
Unlike charities, which mainly rely on donations and fundraising, CICs can fundraise and generate income through trading services and products. However, any profit we make is put back into the company to support our mission: improving mental health and wellbeing through creativity. With reduced funding and growing competition for available resources, this sustainable approach allows us to remain financially adaptable while making a long-lasting social impact in the communities we serve.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference! Whether you're looking to attend one of our workshops, volunteer, partner with us, or donate to our cause, there are many ways you can get involved! Get in touch!
Community
Communities are powerful, filled with wisdom and strength. We work together to create spaces where people feel supported and included. We believe in collaboration over competition, valuing each person’s contribution. Through creativity, we bring people together so everyone can bloom.
