Hampden Agencies Limited (HAL) supports its local community in a number of ways. In 2008/2009 HAL undertook a new initiative by seconding a member of staff to work pro bono for Bishopsgate Institute. 

Bishopsgate Institute is a longstanding cultural and educational foundation providing a wealth of resources to those living and working in the City, as well as visitors from further afield. It offers courses in a variety of subjects, an open access library, a cultural programme, and venue hire. In addition, the Institute runs a club for local pensioners and a charitable programme giving grants within the immediate area. 

To maintain its facilities and meet the needs of 21^st century users, Bishopsgate Institute is preparing for a major refurbishment programme. This will preserve the fabric of the listed building, expand the learning facilities, and enable the Institute to welcome even more people in future. 

HAL’s Communications Executive, Chloё Reddaway, worked with Bishopsgate Institute’s staff over the course of a year to strengthen the organisation’s profile within the City and raise awareness of its resources. 

You can find out more about the Institute, its history, the courses, cultural events, library, charitable programme, and venue hire by visiting: www.bishopsgate.org.uk