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Celebrating 35 Years with a Shell-ebration: Meet Trusty the Turtle!

2nd June 2025

This year, we’re celebrating a truly special milestone — 35 amazing years of serving our community. And what better way to mark the occasion than by welcoming a brand-new friend to the family? Say hello to Trusty the Turtle — our cheerful, warm-hearted mascot who’s ready to bring smiles, start conversations, and celebrate everything that makes our community so special.

Trusty the Turtle isn’t just a fun face — he’s a symbol of who we are and what we stand for. Built on the values of trust, connection, and community spirit, Trusty represents the steady, caring presence we’ve aimed to be over the past three and a half decades.

With his friendly nature and welcoming energy, Trusty will be popping up at local events, meeting families, and helping us reach more people than ever before. Whether he’s sharing stories with little ones or spreading good vibes at town gatherings, Trusty is here to bring people together.


The Big Reveal: Stevenage Day Launch

We’re thrilled to announce that Trusty the Turtle will make his official debut at Stevenage Day — one of the biggest and most beloved events in our calendar!

Location: King George V Playing Fields, Stevenage
Date: Sunday, 8th June
Time: 12pm – 5pm

Come along for a day filled with fun, laughter, and community cheer. Trusty will be there to greet visitors of all ages with:

  • Live Meet & Greet: Snap a photo, give him a high-five, and don’t forget to tag us on social media using #TrustyTheTurtle.

It’s going to be a day to remember — and we can’t wait to see your smiling faces!

As we celebrate 35 years of building trust, we’re also looking ahead to an even brighter future — one filled with friendship, collaboration, and shared community pride. Trusty the Turtle is here to help us grow those connections even stronger.

Be part of his journey from the very beginning! Follow us on Instagram and join the conversation using the hashtag #TrustyTheTurtle for updates, behind-the-scenes peeks, fun facts, and more.  Don’t miss out on our socials throughout the week leading up to Stevenage Day for teaser posts and sneak peeks of Trusty — you won’t want to miss the big reveal!

Here’s to the next chapter — and a turtle-y awesome future together.

Recent News


Stevenage Community Trust Celebrates 35 Years of Making a Difference

2025 marks a major milestone for Stevenage Community Trust, as we proudly celebrate 35 years of supporting local people and initiatives. Since its founding in 1990, the Trust has been at the heart of the community, providing essential funding and support to many organisations, individuals, and families across Stevenage and surrounding areas.


President Rob Stewart speaks to Andy Collins on BBC Three Counties Radio

Stevenage Community Trust’s President Rob Stewart speaks to Andy Collins on BBC Three Counties Radio in the Trusts 35th anniversary year.


Gift Appeal Week 2024

Each year, we provide £150 Christmas vouchers to families in need across Stevenage and its surrounding villages. This initiative helps families struggling to give their children the Christmas they deserve. This year, we have awarded 246 families with vouchers, totalling £36,900.


Stevenage Community Trust Mascot Competition

Stevenage Community Trust are delighted to invite you to help us celebrate our 35th Anniversary next year, by designing our very first mascot!


Dinner and Dance 2024

Our annual Stevenage Community Trust black-tie Dinner and Dance event helped us raise over £26,000 for the people of Stevenage.


Annual Charity Golf Day 2024

A new course, record number of teams, a huge record-breaking total and another fantastic day had by all at the annual Stevenage Community Trust golf day. Thank you so much to Chesfield Downs Golf Club for your warm welcome and to Tollers Solicitors, for once again taking the spot of lead sponsor for the event.


Quiz Night hosted by Stevenage Packaging raises £886

A huge thank you to Stevenage Packaging for hosting the recent Quiz Night on the 16th May at Stewart House. The event was enjoyed by all and a total of £886 was raised was for the Trust.


Stevenage Community Trust Gift Appeal Week

The very first Stevenage Community Trust Gift Appeal Week was a massive success with fundraising events throughout the community bringing people together to support our Christmas Gift Voucher grants.


Dinner and Dance 2023

Our annual Stevenage Community Trust black-tie Dinner and Dance event helped us raise over £33,000 for the people of Stevenage.

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Stevenage Community Trust, Richmond House, Walkern Road, Stevenage, Herts SG1 3QP

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We are a registered charity in England & Wales 1000762.

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Telephone: 01438 525390
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