Our Current Partners
GlaxoSmithKline
GlaxoSmithKline – one of the world’s leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies – is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. GSK is the main sponsor of the 2012 WellChild Awards and has been supporting WellChild’s work since 2007. GSK’s support for the WellChild Children’s Nurse programme funds three WellChild
Nurses for three years, enabling them to care for and support children with severe
long-term illness at home.
Ribena
The makers of Ribena have recently launched a squash winter pack takeover on
its original range with the WellChild logo included, highlighting its continued
support. These can be found in stores now.
Venture Photography
Venture Photography, the leading family photographer, is supporting WellChild
as its charity of the year partner for 2012. So far, studio fundraising activities
have included shopping centre promotions, a fashion show, cake sales,
skydives, to even a “Step Back in Time” Ball.WellChild would like to express its sincere and warmest gratitude to each Venture studio and all its staff for their
tremendous efforts to date, helping to improve the lives of children and families
across the UK.
England Hockey Board
WellChild is the Official Charity Partner of the England and Great Britain Hockey teams. The partnership was launched as part of The npower Big Dribble in February 2012.
. If the success of the Women’s and Men’s Hockey Teams at this year’s Olympic Games has got you interested in hockey, why not get your school involved in Quicksticks - England Hockey Board's introductory game designed
specifically for Primary Schools and 7-11 year olds? To find out more visit
playquicksticks. Whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to the
sport, why not join your local hockey club? Visit hockeynation.
Creed Foodservice
WellChild is proud to have been chosen by Creed Foodservice as one of their official charity partners for 2013. Creed Foodservice are one of the leading independent foodservice wholesalers in the UK. As a family owned business which has been developed over many years they are recognised for their range, innovation and service. Creed have generously supported a number of WellChild events including the London Triathlon and the Scumrun Rally by donating much needed refreshments
for our participants, who were all exceptionally grateful! New Chef, Robin Stock who
has recently joined the Creed team as a development chef will also be supporting our
forthcoming Summer Fair by sharing food demonstrations and serving a sumptuous BBQ.
We are very grateful to everyone at Creed and we look forward to working on future
projects and building our relationship over the coming months.
Danone
Danone UK Ltd is the fresh dairy business behind Britain’s fastest growing yogurt brands, Activia and Shape, as well as Britain’s best-loved probiotic drinking yogurt, Actimel. WellChild was delighted to be the beneficiary charity of a joint on-pack promotion with Actimel in 2011.
RSA UK Legacy London
The RSA UK Legacy London team recently selected WellChild as its charity of the
year partner for 2012. From activities to date including a Grand National sweepstake, quiz, bake-off challenge to a treasure hunt in the summer, the team continue to
plan a number of exciting initiatives for the year ahead, showing a real determination in supporting children and families desperately in need. RSA UK Legacy London is a member of the RSA Group, one of the world’s leading multinational insurance groups.
Argo International
Argo International, a leading Lloyd’s underwriter, has chosen WellChild as its partner charity for 2012. With a whole host of fundraising activities planned for the year, including a recent cake and craft sale, raffle, and participation by staff in the
London and Brighton Marathons, it is clear that thanks to the kindness, generosity
and enthusiasm displayed by Argo employees, together we will make a significant
difference to the lives of seriously ill children and their families. Argo International
is committed to funding Sue Donald, our WellChild Children’s Nurse in London.
Turner Group
WellChild is the charity partner of the Turner Group, a privately controlled group of autonomous companies, engaged in the supply and servicing of equipment, as well as the provision of comprehensive support services.The Turner Group is celebrating its centenary anniversary this year, and the employees are dedicating the year to raising
funds for WellChild. So far Turner Group employees have thrown themselves into the
challenge – through cycling a gruelling 300 miles from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow,
holding a bake-off at head office, and organising a ‘Grand Prize Raffle’. Later in the year
all Turner Group sites across the UK will be hosting a fundraising event. Turner Group
employees have also been taking part in WellChild Helping Hands projects, and have
so far completed three, across the UK.
Cherry Orchard Publishing
WellChild is delighted to have been chosen as the official Charity Partner of Cherry Orchard Publishing LLP, one of the leading Greeting Card Publishers in the UK. Cherry Orchard is currently collaborating with respected artist, Jo Fernihough, to launch an exciting and innovative Greeting Card range and have decided to support WellChild through an on-pack promotion. The range of cards will be available in stores throughout the UK from May 2013.
“For many years I have been an avid supporter of charities, both personally and supporting through business. These charities have always struck a chord with me on a personal level. We can't but fail to be touched by the many worthwhile causes that the myriad of wonderful charities out there do today and of the end results they work tirelessly to achieve. One particular charity, WellChild, did just that whilst I was recently perusing the Sunday papers. An article in the Sunday Mail 'You' magazine brought me close to tears, subsequently I decided to explore in more detail as to what WellChild's Raison
D’être actually is. Having read through their website I was compelled to contact them to discuss the possibilities of working with them and subsequently I am not only delighted and privileged but extremely excited to announce that WellChild have taken Cherry Orchard on board as one of their Corporate Partners."
Jackie Collins, Partner, Cherry Orchard Publishing.
The Property Race Day
WellChild is a beneficiary charity partner of the 2012 Property Race Day at Ascot. Now in its sixth year, and held at one of the finest racecourses in the world, the Property Race Day has quickly established itself as a key date in the property calendar. Being a perfect opportunity for networking within the sector, this event also raises money for a number of children’s charities.
InterContinental London Park Lane
InterContinental London Park Lane is the global flagship for InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of the IHG Hotel group. We are proud that it is our venue for the annual WellChild Awards ceremony.
Next
High street fashion giant Next has supported WellChild since 2006 and continues to do so, including sponsorship of the WellChild Awards, donations, gifts in kind and fundraising events.
West4Music
West4Music is working closely with WellChild on a number of fundraising events to secure appropriate high quality entertainment. In addition, we are delighted that the team at West4Music is helping with communication between existing and potential celebrity ambassadors who help us raise our profile, introduce us to new supporters and increase awareness of WellChild and the challenges that sick children and their families face on a daily basis.
Whiteoaks Consultancy
The technology PR consultancy has supported WellChild since 2010. The staff continue to take part in sponsored challenges and recently enjoyed a team skydive.
“Whiteoaks is delighted to be involved with WellChild. The charity
is making an invaluable difference to the lives of sick children and
their families and we look forward to supporting them in the year
ahead.”
James Kelliher, Whiteoaks' Managing Director
Cuffs'N'Collars
Cuffs'N'Collars is generously supporting WellChild by donating £1 from every customer order placed on its www.CuffsnCollars.co.uk website. Cuffs'N'collars is a chain of online stores which offers a wide variety of quality jewellery at affordable prices.
St James's Place
The wealth management firm has generously donated towards funding our WellChild Nurse based in Cardiff. The company is committed to helping WellChild ensure seriously sick children can leave hospital as soon as possible and be cared for at home.
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Financial firm PricewaterhouseCoopers is a regular supporter of WellChild through their prestigious industry awards. The professional and financial services firm has supported WellChild for 14 years through their PLC Awards and the techMark Awards evening.
“The charity collection for WellChild has become an integral part of the event.”
David Snell, Partner
Simply Supplements
Simply Supplements, one of the most rapidly expanding mail order and online vitamins and minerals companies in the UK, has been supporting WellChild since 2010. WellChild and Simply Supplements are actively exploring a variety of other ways to work
together to raise vital funds such as staff fundraising activities and other product related
promotions.
Read about some of WellChild's recent successful company partnerships here:
Recent Success Stories
