Inspiring recovery through shared experiences
Founded in 2019 by former Royal Marine Mark Bowra MBE, BOWRA Foundation helps people rebuild their lives after brain injury and stroke through practical support, purposeful activity, and the power of community.
About BOWRA Foundation
Life after a brain injury or stroke can bring real challenges, but it can also open the door to new strength and connection. BOWRA Foundation is a charity that exists to help people find purpose again, through shared experiences, supportive friendships, and the belief that recovery is possible in every form.
How the foundation started
The BOWRA Foundation was founded to improve early support for people living with stroke and brain injury, inspired by a personal journey.
Meet the team
Behind BOWRA Foundation is a passionate team of people turning belief into action, supporting recovery and community every step of the way.
Inspirational Challenges
From cycling the length of the UK to conquering the Three Peaks, our inspirational challenges push limits, build teamwork, and celebrate what recovery can achieve.
“The activities developed by the BOWRA Foundation provide a unique and much-needed ‘safe space’ for military veterans within their own community. Their progressive programme, which particularly attracts veterans from the Special Forces community, offers a less regimented environment where they can focus on their recovery and rehabilitation.”
JONATHAN BALL OBE.
DIRECTOR OF GRANTS AT GREENWICH HOSPITAL
We run a wide variety of activities throughout the year, be a part of something special
FAQ’s
A few answers to things people often ask
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We offer support, connection and community for people rebuilding life after brain injury or stroke. This includes:
- A BOWRA Bag, offered on a case-by-case basis the more donations we receive the more of these bags we can give away.
- A welcoming community of peers
- Access to a range of activities, which may include:
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sea dips
- Curling
- Surfing and paddle boarding
- Coastal walks
- Coffee meet-ups
- Cycling
Because each BOWRA Bag is funded through donations, we cannot provide them automatically to everyone. We allocate them carefully so they reach the people who will benefit most, and we do our best to offer as many as we can.
Our activity programme changes throughout the year. Some sessions depend on the season, and others develop as the charity grows and further funding becomes available. The best way to stay up to date is to contact us and join our community.
Corporate supporters
Together, we’re building a stronger network of support for people living with brain injury or stroke. If you are interested in supporting us, email for further information
info@bowra-foundation.org
Our impact speaks through numbers and lives transformed.
2019
BOWRA Foundation formed
Created to offer practical help and meaningful opportunities for people living with the effects of brain injury and stroke.
410+
BOWRA bags given out
Provided to individuals who need extra support at home, helping with day-to-day challenges and early rehabilitation.
100+
Survivors supported
Everyone who joined our sessions reported a positive experience and said they would take part again.
