Entrepreneurs and small business owners are being invited to make a huge difference to children and young people across the country by joining the NSPCC’s Partners in Business initiative.
Dozens of organisations across the country have already signed up to the scheme to support the charity’s vital work through donations, one-off events or a year of fundraising, with 50 participants raising enough to fund 2,200 Childline counselling sessions in 2024.
Partners in Business offers support, guidance and fundraising inspiration to participants for up to a year, while sharing information about new and existing NSPCC campaigns and services in the region.
Nathan Shrubb, NSPCC Partners In Business manager, said participants’ activity could range from making a donation, completing a one-off fundraising activity or choosing the NSPCC as their charity of choice for the year.
He said: “Our Partners in Business have done fantastic work in the last 12 months, with fundraising events helping to support the NSPCC’s vital work with children and young people across the country.
“We also know that their support of the NSPCC can be a benefit to their brand reputation and trust amongst customers, while a recent survey also showed staff feel more proud to work for companies in a charity partnership with the NSPCC. We would love to welcome more small businesses and entrepreneurs into Partners in Business in 2025.”
Businesses which sign up receive regular details about the charity’s work in their local region, as well as fundraising advice and support from NSPCC experts who will make sure fundraising activities are fun, inclusive and successful.
Marcus Phoenix, Director of Midlands-based Candy Castle Animations Ltd, said: “Being there for young people as early as possible is the best way to ensure a bright and nurturing future for them. It is our responsibility collectively to ensure they are protected and cared for.
“We support the NSPCC in every way we can, from making direct donations to making donations instead of sending printed Christmas cards to our partners and customers. Partners in Business makes it easier to be aware of ways you can support the NSPCC and have access to everything you need to make an impact.”
Every £50 raised for the NSPCC could support parents and families for two hours, £500 could fund a Helpline practitioner give 22 hours of support to adults concerned about a child’s wellbeing, while £4,800 could recruit, train and support three new Childline volunteers to speak directly to young people in their darkest hours.
