ACH £40k for 40 Years Fundraising Campaign

ACH £40k for 40 Years Fundraising Campaign

Celebrating 40 years of caring...

2025 marks a momentous milestone year for Age Concern Hampshire as we celebrate 40 years of supporting our community! To commemorate this incredible achievement, we’re inviting you to join us in hosting a fundraising event or supporting us as an official Corporate Sponsor. Your dedication to our cause is invaluable in helping us continue our vital work and enhance the lives of older people across Hampshire for another 40 years.

Your support will contribute towards our £40k for 40 Years fundraising campaign, an ambitious Initiative aimed at hosting 40 events to raise £40,000. This support will not only generate vital funds for our services but also bring communities together to reflect on the incredible impact we’ve made over the past four decades.

We’d love you to be involved in organising a fundraising event on our behalf, to assist, we’ve put together some useful information to help you get started.

You’ll find guidance on key aspects such as choosing your event, promoting your event, and maximising donations. Thank you for supporting Age Concern Hampshire. Your commitment makes a real difference in the lives of older people in our community.

STEP 1

Planning Your Event

Whether you’re planning to host a coffee morning, organise a garden party, or hold a themed Ruby event, we’ve created helpful fundraising packs with planning advice, practical tips, and essential information to ensure your event’s success. If you’re unsure where to begin or need inspiration, our A-Z fundraising guide is also here to support you.

STEP 2

Confirming Your Event

Once you have chosen your event theme, please complete an Event Planning Form for each event you are organising.

It is essential that the Event Planning Form is completed to ensure we have all the necessary details.

STEP 3

Promoting Your Event

To help promote your event, we’ve created a range of assets, including event banners, social media graphics, and other promotional materials. We’ve also provided poster templates in Word that you can personalise with your event details and contact information.

STEP 4

Donations

You can contribute the funds from your event through our dedicated JustGiving page. This secure and easy-to-use platform allows you to make a direct contribution, helping us reach our goal and make a meaningful impact. Additionally, individuals attending your event can also donate through this page, making it easy for everyone to support the cause. Don’t forget to complete a Gift Aid declaration! UK taxpayers can boost donations by 25% at no extra cost, helping your contribution go even further.

STEP 5

Share Your Event

We’d love to hear how you get on and ask that you send pictures of you and your event.

STEP 6

Additional Support

Additional Support For more information or if you require further assistance, please contact our Marketing & Fundraising Team.

Thank you all for your continued dedication and support of ACH. Your hard work and commitment make a real difference in the lives of older people in our community.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone together!

Double Ruby Celebration to Kick-Start Age Concern Hampshire’s 40th Anniversary Year

To commemorate 40 years of dedicated service to older adults across the county, Age Concern Hampshire launched its Ruby anniversary celebrations at their Hospital to Home service in Petersfield Hospital. The event was made even more special as Ruby, a patient of the service, marked her 100th birthday—creating a meaningful connection to the ‘Ruby’ theme. This memorable occasion highlighted the invaluable support provided by Age Concern Hampshire in ensuring older people receive the care and assistance they need.

In partnership with the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, the Hospital to Home service is committed to actively engaging with patients during their hospital stay, offering tailored support and guidance to ensure a smooth, safe, and timely discharge from the wards to their homes. By addressing individual needs and coordinating essential care, the service helps to reduce hospital readmissions and enables older adults to regain their independence with confidence and security.

Throughout the year, Age Concern Hampshire will be hosting a variety of events, bringing together service users, volunteers, supporters, and the wider community. These events will include fundraising activities, awareness campaigns, and celebratory gatherings aimed at acknowledging the contributions of those who have helped the charity thrive over the past four decades.

“As we mark 40 years of supporting older people in Hampshire, we take great pride in the positive impact we have made through our services, including Hospital to Home,” said Brogan Rehill, Head of Fundraising & Volunteering at Age Concern Hampshire. “Our Ruby Anniversary is more than just a reflection on our history—it is an opportunity to engage with our community, celebrate our achievements, and reinforce our commitment to enhancing the lives of older people.”

Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provide services to the older community of Hampshire. The charity currently deliver support at their Care & Wellbeing centres throughout the county, as well as Foot Care clinics, Help at Home, Information via their Information Hub, Hospital to Home Services, Community Information Volunteer Services and a variety of other activities. 

For more information, visit: www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk

Age Concern Hampshire
Centre Way
Locks Heath
Southampton
SO31 6DX

Tel: 01962 868545

For media enquiries, please email Sarah Jacobs, Marketing Manager at Age Concern Hampshire: marketing@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk

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Age Concern Hampshire to Celebrate 40 Years of Making a Difference

Age Concern Hampshire is proud to announce that 2025 will mark the charity’s 40th birthday, celebrating four decades of positively supporting older people throughout their ageing journey. Since its founding in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire has been dedicated to improving the lives of older people across Hampshire, offering vital services that not only support older individuals but also their families and carers.

To mark this significant milestone, Age Concern Hampshire will embark on a year-long celebration of its work, hosting a series of impactful events, fundraising opportunities, and initiatives to further its mission of serving the community. A key focus of the celebrations will be a summer fundraising campaign to raise much-needed funds for the refurbishment of the Lockswood Care and Wellbeing Centre in Locks Heath, ensuring we can continue to provide vital services for years to come. The campaign will culminate in a special dedication ceremony honoring one of our most significant and influential supporters.

“We are thrilled to be celebrating such an important milestone,” said Grant Read, CEO of Age Concern Hampshire. “Over the past 40 years, we’ve been privileged to see the positive impact our work has had on the lives of thousands of older people. This year will be a celebration not only of our journey but also of the incredible individuals who have supported our mission—from staff and volunteers to donors and corporate partners.”

The birthday celebrations will offer a variety of ways for individuals, businesses, and communities to get involved and come together, whether through sponsored fundraising, supporting specific projects, or volunteering. Continued support will be crucial in helping Age Concern Hampshire sustain and expand its vital services for older people across the county, ensuring the charity can continue its important work and make an even greater impact in the future.

To stay up-to-date on Age Concern Hampshire’s 40th birthday celebrations and learn how to get involved, please sign up for their newsletter: https://www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/newsletter or email supporters@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk. This year promises to be an exciting time for the charity, marking a significant milestone as it looks ahead to the next 40 years of making a positive difference and changing lives.

Note to Editors:

Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provide services to the older community of Hampshire. The charity currently deliver support at their Care & Wellbeing centres throughout the county, as well as Help at Home, Information via their Information Hub, Foot care clinics, Hospital to Home Services, Community Information Volunteer Services and a variety of other activities. 

For more information, visit: www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk

Age Concern Hampshire
Centre Way
Locks Heath
Southampton
SO31 6DX

Tel: 01962 868545

For media enquiries, please email Sarah Jacobs, Marketing Manager at Age Concern Hampshire: marketing@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk

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