13 Rivers Trust are an energetic and dynamic charity which focuses its work around needy individuals, young people and communities left behind by mainstream society. 13 Rivers Trust celebrate the contribution made by our elders and emulate their good practice of helping others and create new opportunities through which hope will be given. 13 Rivers Trust is a registered charity (1161219) and company (9300481).
The provisions of the organisation are delivered by local people who have grown up within the communities 13 Rivers Trust operates in. The organisation is responsive to the needs of these communities and is at the same time shaped by them.
BACKGROUND
The name of our charity derives from Bengali folklore. The first generation of Bangladeshi people often expressed ‘crossing seven oceans and thirteen rivers’ to reach the UK. Their descendants today have chosen the name of the charity after this expression as a way of honouring their sacrifice. Our motivation is to preserve the positive legacies of our parents and of generations gone by.
MISSION
To transform the lives of individuals and leave lasting legacies.
OUR WORK
Eden Care UK
We want to improve the quality care for people who are terminally ill and reaching End of Life.
Muslim Burial Fund
We want to bury Muslims in need with dignity and in accordance with their wishes and faith.
Sylhet Aid
We want to deliver aid to the poorest community in the Greater Sylhet region and provide poverty alleviation to those in need.
Rescue an Orphan
We want to support orphans within their communities and keep them safe.