Band of Builders (BoB) has released the list of its planned projects for the next six months – in a bid to encourage tradespeople to volunteer to help.

BoB is a registered charity that completes practical projects for tradespeople, members of the UK construction industry and their families who are battling illness or injury. 

These projects are only possible with the support of volunteers, delivery partners and corporate supporters – which is why BoB is releasing project information in advance so that volunteers can put aside time for them.

BoB has completed a number of projects across the UK – and is on the brink of announcing the completion of its 50th project. Here’s the schedule for the next six months:

  • Jay’s project, Ipswich, March
    General builder Jay started extending his family home but had to stop when he was diagnosed with spinal cancer – leaving the house a building site. BoB will complete the work, including rendering, roof finishing, kitchen installation and electrical works.
  • Keren’s project, Burnley, April
    Keren has early onset Alzheimer’s, and her daughter Vicky – who is a veteran of DIY SOS projects – has given up work to look after her. However, the family home is unliveable due to incomplete renovation works. BoB is stepping in to finish the job so that the family can live together in a safe, comfortable home.
  • James’s project, Cheshire, May
    Eleven-year-old James has multiple complex needs, including cerebral palsy, sight impairment and global development delay. He uses a wheelchair outside the home. BoB will make James’s garden a safe space where he can enjoy independence and play outdoors. This will involve soil levelling works and building paths, requiring installation of retaining walls and fencing.
  • Jonathan’s project, Market Bosworth, June
    After suffering a stroke, Jonathan put everything into his recovery. However, his drive and front garden are uneven and the steps are slippery, causing him to experience a number of dangerous falls. BoB will make Jonathan’s front garden much safer by creating one large block paved area, with a gentle slope to avoid the need for steps. 
  • Amelia’s project, Norfolk, July
    Three-year-old Amelia has cerebral palsy. Caring for Amelia in her current home is difficult for mum Karis – she needs a larger downstairs bedroom and wet room, plus a ramp to the car parking area. While the family have applied for a Disabled Facilities Grant for the extension, this is unlikely to cover the full cost – which is where BoB will help.

Tony Steel, BoB’s Operations Director, said: “We know that tradespeople have busy diaries, so we’ve released our six-month schedule to give volunteers as much notice as possible – plus details about what’s involved in each project.

“Tradespeople travel from all over the UK to volunteer their time on our projects. We’d love to hear from potential volunteers for our upcoming projects – whether they’re BoB veterans or new volunteers who want to join us in transforming the lives of others.”