RAW Blue Dot

TAKE A SEAT.
MAKE A STAND.

A unique bench that supports those in need while beautifying public spaces.

ORDER A BENCH WITH PURPOSE

A BENCH WITH PURPOSE

Blue Dot is a dynamic Oxfordshire-based initiative that harnesses high-quality outdoor furniture with life-changing impact.

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Created in partnership by Homeless Oxfordshire and RAW, every Blue Dot bench is locally handcrafted and directly supports those facing homelessness and social disadvantage.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Every year, businesses, councils, schools and institutions across Oxfordshire purchase 100's of outdoor benches.

Most of them travel hundreds of miles to reach their destination, at great cost in terms of road vehicle miles. All they add to our communities are unnecessary transport CO2 emissions.

Blue Dot is made in Oxford for customers who want high-quality products and also believe in supporting real social impact.

ORDER A BENCH WITH PURPOSE
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BLUE DOT

We've reimagined something classic – a bench – with a powerful statement of purpose.

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Support

When you buy a Blue Dot bench, you will be supporting Homeless Oxfordshire's life-changing services for those without a home.

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Skills

You will be supporting people on RAW's training programme to gain skills, qualifications and experience towards fulfilling employment.

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Visibility

Your bench is a commitment to social responsibility and sustainability and a commitment to make a difference.

WHY "BLUE DOT"?

Benches are often used as places of rest – sometimes even as places to sleep – by people with nowhere else to go. The Blue Dot represents a shared space: a public symbol of support.

Every time you sit, you support. Every time you buy, you make a difference.

THE PRODUCT

Limited Edition Outdoor Bench

  • Handmade in Oxfordshire by award-winning social enterprise, RAW
  • Solid, treated oak and timber
  • Perfect for colleges, parks, schools, public realm and private spaces
  • Only Blue Dot benches have the Blue Dot insignia, a visible symbol of purpose

(Built to last many, decades, or join the movement)

Blue Dot Bench

THE IMPACT

Each Blue Dot bench sold = real, measurable impact:

£12
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Could keep someone safe for a week

£25
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Could provide one good meal a day for 3 weeks

£67
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A kitchen set for a resident finding a new home in the community

£100
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Provide a trauma informed counseling session

ORDER A BENCH

Perfect for colleges, parks, schools, businesses, communities, and private gardens.

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