Charity Fundraising Evening 2025
Date & Time: Saturday, 9 August 2025 | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Arden Hall, Water Orton Road, Birmingham B36 9PB
Purpose: Supporting DEEPSHIKHA Foundation, Assam, India – Children’s Cancer Services
Event Overview
Organised by UAAUK Charity Trust (ACT), our second major event since receiving charity status was a vibrant mix of fun, fellowship, and fundraising. This family-oriented evening united attendees with a shared purpose—to raise funds and awareness for DEEPSHIKHA Foundation’s vital work in pediatric cancer care.
Activities & Entertainment
- Games: Skittles, Tombola, Raffle, Closest Coin Toss, and “Choose a Bottle” stole the spotlight with enthusiastic participation and joyful competition.
- Skittles Tournament: Ten energetic teams competed, and 11-year-old Jamie’s impressive score led his team—Strike-it-Right—to well-earned victory medals.
- Coin Toss Challenge: Guests enjoyed a lively twist as they tried to land pound coins near a whiskey bottle, inspiring playful technique and lots of laughter.
- Music & Snacks: Live entertainment, a bustling pay bar, and a variety of refreshments (especially the crowd-favourite samosas!) added flavour to the festive ambience.
- Documentary Screening: Attendees viewed a film highlighting ACT’s initiatives and learned about DEEPSHIKHA’s impactful programs.
Fundraising Summary
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Online (PayPal) | £1,453.00 |
| Bank Transfer | £938.38 |
| On-the-Day Collection | £727.80 |
| Total to be donated to DEEPSHIKHA | £2,000.00 |
All proceeds will directly support DEEPSHIKHA Foundation’s immediate and ongoing children’s cancer care initiatives.
Gratitude & Acknowledgements
We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed—whether online, in person, or through tireless volunteer support. Your generosity and encouragement made this evening truly special.
Special thanks to our volunteers:
- Skittles: Seb Briand & James Charles
- Tombola: Pranati Sarmah & Awan Saikia
- Choose a Bottle: Panchali Sarmah
- Raffle: Fiona Barkataki
- Music: Partha Barbara
Your energy and passion brought this event to life.
Reflections from the Trustees
This milestone event marked our transition from music-focused fundraisers to a more expansive, inclusive format. The overwhelming support from both long-time supporters and new friends encourages us to continue creating experiences that blend community connection with charitable impact.
Together, we’re proving that collective action leads to meaningful change—and for that, we thank you.
