Help to keep Sparkle's doors open for the trans & gender diverse community
Each annual Sparkle Weekend costs in the region of £70,000 to bring to fruition. On top of this, we have the annual expenses of running the Charity, monthly Sanctuary events, outreach at pride events, Family Fun Days, and contributing towards the Manchester TDOR Vigil.
In recent years, we have struggled with the rising costs of delivering accessible and safe events.
In order to sustain our services, our team works tirelessly to organise fundraisers, sponsorships, and donations from the public. Learn more about how to support us below.
Fundraisers
We rely on community fundraisers for Sparkle Charity to continue its work. Our team can support you, through social media promotion, buckets, card readers, and volunteers during the event.
Some example fundraisers which have supported us:
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Marathons & sports races
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Drag bingo
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Sapphic cinema night
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Raffles & prize giveaways
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Proceeds from haircuts during a charity day
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Club night ticket sales donated
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LGBTQ+ quiz night
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Proceeds from Harry Potter
tattoo cover ups -
Pride comedy night
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Bake sales
Fundraising Platforms
Sparkle are part of several platforms which can help you to fundraise by removing the admin and sending donations directly to us.
Do you have a fundraising idea? Get in touch with our team today at info@sparkle.org.uk
Sponsorship
We work with a number of local businesses, LGBTQ+ networks, corporate and social enterprises to raise vital funds to sustain our Charity.
Sponsorship packages can be bespoke, and may include financial support, volunteer hours, fundraisers, discounts on products, vouchers, food for volunteers, or free venue hire.
If you are part of an organisation and would like to support Sparkle - The National Transgender Charity, please get in touch at sponsorship@sparkle.org.uk
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