Become a Backer

Help us be there for every child, from that moment on. 

Every time a family hears life-changing news, our community shows up. 

And it starts with people just like you. 

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As a Backer, your generosity unlocks the generosity of hundreds more

Your pledge doesn’t just fund care - it multiplies it. Together, we’ll raise over £1 million so that babies, children and young people can live more fully, surrounded by expert care and support.

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What is a Backer?

Backers pledge significant gifts in advance of the campaign. These gifts form a match funding pot, which allows us to tell the public: 

“Every donation made from 1 September to 13 October will be matched £ for £.” 

At 10am on 12 October, we announce our progress – and our Champions lead one final 36-hour push to help us reach the £1 million goal. It’s high-energy, community-led and is only possible with Backers behind us. 

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Why your pledge goes further

People are far more likely to donate - and donate generously - when they know their gift will be doubled. But match funding only works if we have the funds in place before the campaign goes live.

Your gift gives others a reason to give and gives families a reason to hope. 

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Your generosity in action: the ripple effect

  • Your £10,000 becomes £20,000 with public giving
  • All fundraising efforts can be doubled thanks to you support
  • It inspires more Champions to fundraise and share
  • Together, we fund nursing, therapies, and family moments that matter 
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What you'll receive as a Backer

  • A personal welcome from our team
  • The opportunity to visit The Ark and see your impact in action
  • Recognition in campaign materials (if you wish - full discretion offered)
  • The knowledge that your generosity will go even further 

Ready to do even more?

Some of our Backers also become Champions - sharing the campaign with their networks during the final 36-hour push. It’s a small act with big impact. 

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Ready to do more

We’d love to show you around

If you haven’t been to The Ark, we’d love to welcome you. It’s a space full of colour, laughter and compassion - built by the community, for the community. 

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Let’s make every moment count

Our goal is to finalise the match fund by
mid-August - so we can launch strong, and 
let supporters know: your gift will be doubled 
from day one. 

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