First Steps First Aid Awarded Citrus Foundation Grant to Deliver Free First Aid Training in Portsmouth
We’re incredibly proud to announce that First Steps First Aid Ltd, a leading provider of first aid training in Portsmouth, has been awarded a £1,218 grant by the Citrus Foundation. This funding will support the growth of our business and enable us to deliver free Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training courses to small businesses, charities, and community groups across the city.
Supporting Community First Aid Training in Portsmouth
At First Steps First Aid, we believe that first aid saves lives, and everyone should have access to this vital training—especially smaller organisations that may not have the budget to invest in it. With this grant, we will be offering 72 free certified first aid course spaces across six Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses over the next six months.
This initiative is made possible thanks to the Citrus Foundation—a charitable arm of Portsmouth-based Citrus Facilities Management—and supported by Shaping Portsmouth, who will act as a delivery partner to help host and coordinate the rollout.
Why This Matters for Local Businesses in Portsmouth
This grant is more than just financial support—it’s a celebration of the “Portsmouth Pound” in action. It reflects how local businesses in Portsmouth can come together to support one another, reinvest in the community, and help build a safer, more resilient city.
“This grant will help us grow our operations, but more importantly, it allows us to share lifesaving knowledge with the people who need it most.” – Jessica Spencer, First Steps First Aid Ltd
If you’re a small business, community group, or charity in Portsmouth and would like to take advantage of this opportunity, you can express your interest through our partners at Shaping Portsmouth.
About First Steps First Aid Ltd
Based in Portsmouth, First Steps First Aid Ltd is run by a team of experienced paramedics who deliver first aid at work training to organisations across the South Coast. We offer a range of accredited courses, including:
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
First Aid at Work (FAW)
Paediatric First Aid
CPR and AED Training
First Aid for Schools
BLS and Medical Emergencies for GPs
BLS and Medical Emergencies for Dentists
Learn more about our training options on our First Aid Courses page or contact us for a bespoke quote.
Let’s Build a Safer Portsmouth, Together
We’re deeply grateful to the Citrus Foundation and Shaping Portsmouth for making this community-focused training possible. This grant helps us further our mission to provide accessible, high-quality first aid training in Portsmouth, while strengthening the city’s small business network.
📞 Interested in First Aid Training for Your Business or Organisation?
Get in touch with us today to learn how we can support your first aid training needs.
📍 Serving: Portsmouth, Southampton, Basingstoke, Winchester, Chichester, and beyond.
📧 Email: info@firststepsfirstaid.co.uk
📞 Call: 02394 422000
