Rooted in Salford. Focused on People.
Our Story
The Broughton Trust was established in 1999 by local people who believed that opportunity, support and learning should be available close to home. More than 25 years later, that belief remains at the heart of who we are.
We are a Salford-based charity and company limited by guarantee. From our home at the Humphrey Booth Centre in Lower Broughton, we have grown alongside the communities we serve—responding to what people tell us, building on local strengths and developing trusted partnerships across the city.
What Guides Us
People come first. Everyone brings different experiences, strengths and hopes for the future. We listen carefully and work with each person to understand what matters to them and what their next step could be.
Relationships matter. Progress often begins with someone feeling welcomed, understood and believed in. Our staff and volunteers create a friendly, honest environment where people can build confidence at their own pace.
Local knowledge has value. Many of our staff and volunteers live in, or have strong connections with, the communities we serve. Their knowledge and lived experience help us understand both the challenges people face and the possibilities that exist.
Partnership makes more possible. We work closely with community organisations, education providers, employers and public services. This helps people reach the right opportunities and specialist support while retaining the trusted relationships that helped them engage.
Growing With Our Community
The Broughton Trust has changed and developed over the years because people’s lives, communities and opportunities change too. We are willing to learn, adapt and try new approaches, while staying true to the principles on which the Trust was founded.
Whatever the activity, programme or partnership, our role is to make opportunity feel accessible, personal and connected—and to help people recognise their strengths, make informed choices and move forward in ways that matter to them.
“I made new friends, and I feel more confident. I learned many things about how to talk to people and I can help others to do the same. The people who helped me were kind and listened to me. I now know what support is available and I am confident to ask questions.”
— Irma B.