POSITIVE BUSINESS
Children ’ s Hospice in their 10th year
Did you know Children ’ s Hospice South West ’ s ( CHSW ) Charlton Farm is the only children ’ s hospice available to families from Bath & Somerset that offers care 365 days a year , including respite , holistic care , emergency stays , a dedicated sibling service , end-of -life care and bereavement support ? The North Somerset-based hospice opened its doors to families 10 years ago this year and currently supports 204 lifelimited children , 152 bereaved families and around 580 siblings .
CHSW is calling on businesses from Bath & Somerset to help mark the tenth birthday of Charlton Farm by getting involved with the charity .
Tom Annear , Head of Business Development and Marketing at Bathbased Epoch Wealth Management said , “ We ’ ve been delighted to be involved with CHSW for a number of years . The support they provide to the region ’ s terminally ill children is second to none and we ’ ve been bowled over by their desire to help children with life-limiting conditions .”
On Monday June 12 , Charlton Farm is opening its doors and hosting its triannual Business Breakfast , which includes a tour of the hospice , where you can see for yourselves why local families refer to Charlton Farm as a ‘ lifeline ’. One family described it as ‘ a magical place that has changed our lives for the better .’
There are many ways in which your business can help make a difference to the lives of families who need Charlton Farm ; whether it ’ s through a charity of the year partnership or a one-off event . Take Monster Race ; every year corporate teams take on the 5k or 10k muddy obstacle race for CHSW as a show of commitment to the charity and to the families it supports . If you ’ d like to be part of this special charity or to book in to the Business Breakfast , email : kate . fisher @ chsw . org . uk or visit : www . chsw . org . uk / corporate for details .
Come and have a go if you think you ’ re fast enough !
The non-profit organisation aims to raise £ 10,000 , which will be spent on delivering a new programme of Carnival arts workshops to schools and community groups across the city as well as making the final event an even bigger spectacle .
Stuart Matson , Bath Carnival Organiser , said : “ Projects like Bath Carnival play an important role in inspiring the community , engaging the public in the arts and bringing people together . With the 100-4-100 campaign we ’ re offering small businesses , perhaps with modest budgets , a chance to show their support for these important community based values .”
Each contribution is being announced online through Bath Carnival ’ s Twitter and Facebook and the business ’ s logo or name / photo of the supporter are added to one of the 100 squares that makes up the ‘ Supporter ’ s Matrix ’ on the official Bath Carnival website .
The second business to snap up a square on the matrix was Lindo Guitars .
James Maggs from Lindo Guitars said : “ The team are really happy to be supporting Bath Carnival . Over the years
100-4-100 CAMPAIGN
Bath Carnival has launched a new sponsorship campaign aimed at small local businesses and individuals . The 100-4-100 campaign gives local businesses and members of the community the chance to show their support for Bath Carnival with a minimum donation of £ 100 . it has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in the area and we really wanted to do our bit to help keep such a family friendly event alive for many years to come .”
Leading up to the final event all of the Bath Carnival sponsors are invited to a one off meet-and-greet event , organised and hosted by the Bath Carnival team .
Guests will enjoy a programme of Brazilian themed entertainment as well as drinks and nibbles to get them in the mood for the upcoming Carnival .
When the big day arrives , on Saturday July 15 the name of each sponsor will be displayed on the 100-4-100 Supporter ’ s Board in the heart of the Bath Carnival festival in an outdoor space in the centre of Bath .
In addition to the 100-4-100 Campaign , Bath Carnival are also looking to partner with businesses as part of larger sponsorship packages , for more information contact : enq @ bathcarnival . co . uk
For more info : www . bathcarnival . co . uk / 100-100
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BATH ’ S FIRST SOAPBOX DERBY in aid Of Dorothy House
Bath ’ s business community is challenged to join the ‘ Soapbox Battle of Bath ’, a new charity event designed to raise funds for Dorothy House Hospice Care . The event is taking place on Sunday July 9 in Victoria Park on the Three Acres pasture , just below the Royal Crescent .
The Soapbox Derby is a time trial for non-power assisted go-karts run over a grassy , inclined course . The karts will require a three-person team , with one person driving and two pushing . The run will be timed by event marshals and the organisers will make safety paramount .
Participants are encouraged to dress up their cars and themselves and bring friends , family and colleagues along to watch the battle of the soapboxes unfold . Prizes will be available for the best dressed team , most spectacular cornering and most entertaining run alongside , with trophies for the winning teams . The event should inspire some gentle rivalry between business competitors too , by putting them in a time trial against one another . Think car dealerships competing against one another , estate agents , hairdressers , retailers , hotels , law firms and more .
Supporters of the Soapbox Derby so far include , BA1 Hair ( previously Artizan ), Lansdown Mazda , The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa , Minuteman Press and The Business Exchange magazine . Entry is in advance and costs £ 300 per team of three people and entry closes on June 30 . Children aged 7yrs + are welcome to participate as drivers if pushed by a parent or responsible adult . All teams must be registered and their karts inspected for safety on arrival .
Phillipa Watson , Head of Fundraising at Dorothy House Hospice Care said : “ We ’ re delighted to be launching this new family event for Bath in partnership with some great local businesses . We ’ re looking forward to bringing together the Bath community for a celebratory day out in July , as well as raising vital funds to help the Hospice care for more patients , families and carers .”
Zac Fennell , Director at BA1 Hair added : “ This event is more about fun than the ‘ need for speed ’, so no crazy spills and thrills , but plenty of food , drink , fancy dress and general silliness ! I ’ m looking forward to seeing who is brave enough to take on the challenge .”
To sign up a team or to get involved in the Soapbox Derby event visit : www . dorothyhouse . org . uk / events / soapbox-derby-2017 or email or call Phillipa Watson . E : phillipa . watson @ dorothyhouse-hospice . org . uk T : 07814 920331
36 THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE 2017