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Key people at Hubbub.
Hubbub, a digital fundraising platform based in London, United Kingdom, assists education institutions and nonprofit organizations in running engagement, participation, and fundraising campaigns. Operating as a B2B SaaS platform, it provides white-label crowdfunding solutions, donor analytics software, and mass engagement tools accessible via mobile, web, and social media. The company primarily serves the higher education and nonprofit sectors, reaching approximately 25% of the UK higher education market and having expanded its operations into the United States. Hubbub has raised a total of $1.06 million in funding, with its last $1 million round occurring approximately eight years ago, backed by investors including VentureClash and Wayra UK. Trewin Restorick, who departed as CEO in 2022, and Heather Poore co-founded Hubbub in 2011, with Jonathan May also having served as CEO.
Hubbub is a UK-based social enterprise focused on driving positive environmental and social change by empowering communities to adopt sustainable behaviors and co-create local solutions. It builds projects like the Community Fridge Network, Community Calling (rehoming unused smartphones), and initiatives to reduce food waste and promote greener living. Hubbub serves local communities, underrepresented groups, and mainstream audiences by tackling environmental issues such as waste reduction, digital exclusion, and access to nature, inspiring millions of behavior changes annually[1][6][7].
Founded by environmental and social innovators including Gavin Ellis, Hubbub emerged from a desire to connect people with nature and sustainable lifestyles through community-led action. Early successes include scaling community fridges to reduce food waste and creating social spaces, as well as campaigns encouraging plant-based diets and circular economy solutions. These pivotal moments established Hubbub as a leader in grassroots environmental engagement and social innovation[1][5][6].
Hubbub rides the growing global trend of community-led sustainability and circular economy movements. The timing is critical as environmental awareness rises alongside urgent climate and waste challenges. Market forces such as increasing corporate responsibility, government support for green initiatives, and public demand for sustainable living favor Hubbub’s model. By connecting technology (e.g., smartphone reuse) with grassroots action, Hubbub influences both environmental policy and community resilience, helping to mainstream sustainable behaviors and circular practices[1][5][7].
Looking ahead, Hubbub is poised to expand its community networks and deepen partnerships to accelerate environmental impact. Trends like digital inclusion, circular economy innovation, and nature-based solutions will shape its journey. As environmental challenges intensify, Hubbub’s inclusive, behavior-focused model may become a blueprint for other social enterprises aiming to blend technology, community, and sustainability. Its ongoing success in inspiring millions to live greener suggests a growing influence in shaping a more sustainable society[1][5][6].
Key people at Hubbub.
