Meet the Seren’s Wish Charity Team
Seren’s Wish Charity is powered by a small, hands‑on team of people who bring real experience, creativity, and heart to everything we do. We’re volunteer-led, rooted in our local community, and united by one simple aim: helping children, families, and adults feel supported, connected, and welcomed.
A little more about our crew.
Childcare & Family Support Expertise
Our team includes a highly skilled childcare professional with years of hands‑on experience supporting children of all ages. Alongside them is a former family support worker who brings deep knowledge of early help, safeguarding, and practical charity work. Together, they help shape activities, events, and support that feel safe, inclusive, and genuinely useful for local families.
Play Leaders & Activity Volunteers
Our play leaders bring energy, imagination, and a brilliant understanding of what makes children feel engaged and confident. They design fun, accessible activities that help children explore, create, and connect with others. Whether it’s a community event, a themed session, or a seasonal celebration, they make sure every child feels welcome.
Creative & Community Volunteers
We’re lucky to have a growing group of creative volunteers who help with everything from crafting resources to running events, designing displays, and bringing ideas to life. Their enthusiasm and imagination help us create warm, joyful spaces where people feel part of something special.
Lived Experience at the Heart
Seren’s Wish Charity is shaped by people who understand the challenges families face because they’ve lived them. This lived experience guides our decisions, our projects, and the way we support our community. It keeps us grounded, practical, and focused on what really helps.
Working Together for Our Community
Every member of our team—whether they’re leading play, supporting families, organising events, or creating something magical behind the scenes—plays a vital role. We’re proud to be a local charity built on kindness, teamwork, and the belief that small acts of support can make a big difference.
Libby Cleal
CEO
Libby Cleal is the CEO of Seren’s Wish, leading the charity with a strong commitment to supporting children, families, and vulnerable adults across Gloucestershire. She guides the charity’s vision, oversees its programmes, and works closely with volunteers and community partners to ensure families receive practical help and inclusive, welcoming support.
Known for her hands‑on approach, Libby is involved in everything from planning services to greeting families at events. Her leadership has helped Seren’s Wish grow into a trusted, community‑focused charity that brings people together and provides meaningful support all year round.
Patrick Cleal
Strategy & Program Lead
Patrick Cleal is the Strategy and Programme Lead at Seren’s Wish, responsible for shaping the charity’s long‑term direction and ensuring our services meet the needs of local families. He oversees the planning and delivery of our holiday clubs, community events, and support programmes, working closely with volunteers and partners to keep everything running smoothly.
Patrick brings a practical, forward‑thinking approach to the charity’s growth, helping Seren’s Wish develop sustainable, inclusive programmes that make a real difference across Gloucestershire.
Eddy Oakey
Operations Lead / Trustee
Eddy Oakey serves as a dedicated trustee of Seren’s Wish, leading on all aspects of operations to ensure the charity delivers practical, compassionate support to families across the community. With a hands‑on approach and a strong commitment to Seren’s Wish’s values.
Eddy oversees the smooth running of day‑to‑day activities, from coordinating volunteers to supporting the delivery of essential services and events. His focus on efficiency, safety, and reliability helps the charity maintain the high standard of support it is known for.
Maddie Nugent
Hub & Deputy Safeguard Lead
Maddie Nugent is the HUB Lead at Seren’s Wish, playing a central role in creating a welcoming, supportive space for children, families, and adults who rely on the charity’s services. She oversees the daily running of the HUB, ensuring it remains a safe, inclusive, and uplifting environment where people can access practical help, community activities, and emotional support. Maddie’s calm presence and people‑first approach help make the HUB a place where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.
Alongside her operational responsibilities, Maddie also serves as the Deputy Safeguarding Lead, supporting the charity’s commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals and maintaining the highest standards of safety. She works closely with the safeguarding team to ensure policies are followed, concerns are handled appropriately, and staff and volunteers feel confident in their roles. Maddie’s dedication, compassion, and steady leadership make her an essential part of Seren’s Wish and a trusted figure within the community
Georgina Benson
HAF Activities Co-ordinator
Georgina Benson is the HAF Activities Co‑ordinator at Seren’s Wish, leading the planning and delivery of engaging, inclusive activities for children and young people during the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. She brings energy, creativity, and a deep understanding of what families need, ensuring every session is safe, fun, and accessible. Georgina works closely with staff, volunteers, and partner organisations to design experiences that support wellbeing, build confidence, and help children make positive memories.
Her role is central to the charity’s commitment to providing meaningful support during school holidays, especially for families facing challenges. Georgina’s thoughtful approach and strong organisational skills help the programme run smoothly, while her warm, approachable nature makes her a trusted and familiar face to the families who attend. She plays a vital part in shaping the quality and impact of Seren’s Wish’s community activities.
Peter Marschall
Chair of Trustees
Peter Marschall is the Chair of Trustees at Seren’s Wish, providing steady, thoughtful leadership that guides the charity’s mission and long‑term direction. Although he prefers to stay out of the spotlight, Peter plays a crucial role in ensuring the organisation remains accountable, well‑governed, and true to its values. His calm, measured approach helps create a strong foundation for the team, allowing Seren’s Wish to grow sustainably while keeping families at the heart of every decision.
Working quietly but effectively behind the scenes, Peter supports the trustees and operational team with strategic oversight, problem‑solving, and a reassuring presence that keeps everything moving in the right direction. His commitment to good governance and his belief in the charity’s purpose make him an anchor for the organisation. Peter’s understated leadership style is a key part of what enables Seren’s Wish to deliver meaningful, reliable support to the community.
Joanne White
Trustee / Volunteer
Jo White is a dedicated trustee and volunteer at Seren’s Wish, known for her reliability, energy, and willingness to get stuck into whatever needs doing. She plays a vital role across the charity’s activities, supporting events, community projects, and day‑to‑day tasks with a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to helping families. Jo’s hard work and consistency make her one of the steady forces behind the scenes, always ready to step up and make sure things run smoothly.
Whether she’s organising, assisting, or simply being an extra pair of hands when it matters most, Jo brings heart and determination to everything she does. Her support strengthens the charity’s ability to deliver meaningful help to the community, and her volunteer spirit reflects the values Seren’s Wish was built on. Jo’s contribution may often be quiet, but it is deeply valued and essential to the charity’s ongoing work.
Bethan Davis
Trustee / Co-Founder
Bethan Davis is a trustee and co‑founder of Seren’s Wish, holding a legacy role that reflects the charity’s origins as a small community group. In the early days, Bethan played a hands‑on part in supporting local families, often using her own time, energy, and personal resources to help get the group off the ground. As Seren’s mum, she brought lived experience, empathy, and a deep understanding of what families might need, helping to shape the caring, practical ethos that still defines Seren’s Wish today.
Now acting as a trustee in name only, Bethan remains a quiet but meaningful link to the charity’s beginnings. She prefers to stay behind the scenes, offering continuity and a connection to the early years while the current team leads the charity’s growth and delivery. Her legacy is woven into the foundations of Seren’s Wish, and her early dedication continues to influence the supportive, community‑focused spirit that guides the charity’s work.
Jon Phillips
Corporate Partner – Little Kickers Gloucestershire
Jon Phillips is the owner of Little Kickers Gloucestershire and a proud corporate partner of Seren’s Wish, bringing his passion for sport, community, and opportunity to everything he supports. A huge advocate for the charity, Jon has played a key role in helping deliver free football programmes and other projects that give children a chance to learn, play, and grow in a positive environment. His enthusiasm, generosity, and genuine belief in the charity’s mission make him a valued part of the Seren’s Wish community.
Outside of his work and partnership with the charity, Jon is an avid traveller who loves exploring new places and experiences. His adventurous spirit and commitment to giving back shine through in the way he supports local families and champions the work of Seren’s Wish. Jon’s ongoing involvement strengthens the charity’s ability to reach more children and create meaningful, memorable opportunities across Gloucestershire.