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      MattressNextDay x The Fifth Trust

      We are proud to partner with The Fifth Trust as our Charity of the Year 2026, helping to create more opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.

      About The Fifth Trust

      The Fifth Trust is a Kent-based, award-winning charity that supports adults with learning disabilities to live with greater confidence, independence and opportunity. Their work empowers people to learn, grow, and achieve their goals every day.

      Based across two skills centres in the Elham Valley near Canterbury, the charity gives students the opportunity to explore their interests through creative, practical and educational activities. From horticulture, craft and woodwork to cooking, music, photography and work experience, every activity is designed to help empower the students’ confidence and independence.

      Learn more about The Fifth Trust
      Nikki Marley, CEO The Fifth Trust

      “Every day, we challenge our students to do and be the best they can.”

      Nikki Marley, CEO The Fifth Trust

      Why this partnership matters

      Impact at a glance

      170 students supported through 20 different activities, helping them to build everyday life skills.

      Award-winning charity

      Recognised for their work across wellbeing, community and social enterprise.

      Why we chose them

      Their values align with our own - caring for people, building confidence and creating a brighter future.

      How your donation helps

      Your support helps The Fifth Trust deliver life-changing care, education and opportunities for adults with learning disabilities across Kent.

      • Provide specialist care and tailored support
      • Fund skills training and employment programmes
      • Improve wellbeing and build confidence
      • Create opportunities for independence

      Every donation - big or small - helps change lives.

      Donate to The Fifth Trust
      Secure donations through JustGiving

      When The Fifth Trust visited MattressNextDay

      We loved welcoming students and staff from The Fifth Trust to our MattressNextDay office in Whitstable for a behind-the-scenes look at what we do.

      During the visit, students had the chance to meet and chat with the team, explore the warehouse to see how orders are packed and prepared, and test out some of the mattresses in our showroom. It was a brilliant day of stories, smiles and shared inspiration.

      • Deb operating a forklift in a warehouse.
      • Ben operating a forklift in a warehouse.
      • Molly standing beside a bed.
      • Deb standing beside a bed.
      • Ben standing beside a bed.

      How you can support The Fifth Trust

      Donate

      Every donation helps The Fifth Trust continue their vital work, reach more people across Kent and fund life-enhancing opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.

      Visit

      Support The Fifth Trust’s social enterprises, including the Vineyard Garden Centre & Café, Elham Valley Vineyard, Vineyard Logs and The Gift Shack.

      Share

      Help raise awareness by sharing The Fifth Trust’s story and following our fundraising journey. Together, we can make a difference.

      Awards & Recognition

      Construction Project of the Year award logo

      Kent Invicta Chamber Business Awards 2022

      Construction Project of the Year winner, awarded to Barham Skills Centre.

      Disability & Mental Health Charity of the Year award logo

      Kent Charity Award 2023

      Disability & Mental Health Charity of the Year winner.

      Award logo recognising outstanding dedication to supporting the wellbeing of others

      Kent Mental Wellbeing Award 2024

      Awarded to our sensory room, recognising outstanding dedication to supporting the wellbeing of others.

      Outstanding Service of the Year award logo

      Kent Life Food & Drink Awards 2025

      Outstanding Service of the Year winner, awarded to Vineyard Café.

      The Fifth Trust Logo

      Help us support The Fifth Trust

      Together, we can help adults with learning disabilities build confidence, learn new skills and thrive.
      Thank you for supporting The Fifth Trust and helping to build a more inclusive future.

      Make a difference today