get involved

innovative partners helping the breakfast bothy

whether you’re a local business, individual, or organisation, there are plenty of ways to support the breakfast bothy.

donate, partner, volunteer or share our story.

every bit of help makes a big difference.

donate

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give what you can - it all helps!

get involved at the breakfast bothy

funds

every donaction helps us provide hot food and drinks to people in need and keep the breakfast bothy running day to day.

things like toiletries, socks, underwear, warm layers, and sleeping bags are always in demand and can be donated to our guests. other items are sold at our charirty shop, the bothy boutique, and profits go directly to the charity.

clothing and other items

partner with us

businesses & brands with heart - we love working with local businesses and bigger companies who want to give back in creative ways.

local businesses getting involved at the breakfast bothy

join our token scheme and offer simple services - like a coffee, haircut or laundry - to someone in need. it’s an easy and powerful way to suport your community.

for local businesses

sponsor a project, host a fundraiser, match staff donations, or volunteer as a team. we'll work with you to create a partnership that fits your values and makes a difference.

for corporate teams

the bothy token scheme

every our token scheme is all about dignity, choice, and community care. guests at the breakfast bothy receive bothy tokens, which they can swap at participating local businesses for small but meaningful services with no questions asked.

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trade a token, change a day

the bothy token scheme

how your business can help

  • a haircut from a local barber or hairdresser

  • a bike tune-up

  • a hot drink or snake from a cafe

  • clean laundry from a local laundrette

  • a gym class or shower access

  • a wellness service

  • clothing repair or warm layers

as a token partner, you’ll be reimbursed by the charity, and we’ll support you with promotion, and regular shout-outs. it’s a simple, flexible way to make a real difference in someone’s day and be part of a network of edinburgh businesses making a positive impact.

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other ways to help

volunteer at the breakfast bothy or bothy boutique

help out at the bothy boutique, sort donations, or lend a hand at events.

volunteer

throw a quiz night, organise a bake sale, do a sponsored challenge - fun and fundraising go hand in hand!

host a fundraiser

every purchase at the bothy boutique helps fund our work, fashion with purpose - what’s not to love?

donate now

buy someone a breakfast -

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meet our bothy buddies

huge thanks to the wonderful individuals and businesses already backing us — our bothy buddies. your generosity keeps the bothy open and our community cared for.

want to get involved? we’re always looking for new bothy buddies to join the wall of fame!

Meet the Team

thank you

with your support, we’re building a kinder edinburgh - one donation, one token, one kind moment at a time.

let’s do this, together.