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The 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge has now closed and we are so excited to announce that you have helped us raise a life changing £30,828 of funding for Thrive, exceeding our target of £25,000!
A massive thank you to to everyone who donated, shared and supported our appeal.
A special shout out to our incredible match funders The Scouloudi Foundation and the Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association (LOFA).
And to Al, for sharing his story and inspiring so many!
The Big Give Christmas Challenge is the UK's biggest collaborative fundraising campaign, championing a wide range of charities including Thrive.
Each year, for one week only, your online donation has the power to be doubled at no extra cost to you.
During the campaign, donations make double the difference to the lives' we change, thanks to the support of match funders.
One donation, double the impact:
- £5 grows into £10, helping us fund 10L of seed compost for client gardeners to use when sowing seeds.
- £20 grows into £40, helping us fund a set of four ergonomic hand tools; perfect for client gardeners that are recovering from a stroke.
- £40 grows into £80, helping us fund a two-wheeled wheelbarrow to make it easier for client gardeners who experience problems with balance, to move things around the garden.
Thrive Birmingham Client Gardener Greg (centre) with his mum Debbie and Thrive Ambassador Malcolm - holding signs reading 'Let it grow!'
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When is the next Big Give Christmas Challenge?
The 2025 Big Give Christmas Challenge runs for one week - starting at midday on Wednesday 3rd December and ending at midday on Wednesday 10th December.
Where do I make my donation?
To be doubled, donations must be made through The Big Give website.
What payment methods can I use to make my donation?
The Big Give website accepts the following cards: Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, Switch, Solo, Delta, American Express, CAF Bank & Business cards displaying the Mastercard logo
Can I add Gift Aid?
Yes, if you are a UK taxpayer, you will be able to select to add gift aid during the donation process.
How is my donation doubled?
Match funding is provided by a charity's pledgers and Big Give's Champions. Every donation will be doubled until the match funding pot runs out.
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If you have any difficulties using The Big Give website, or have a question not answered above, please get in touch.
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Thrive Birmingham Client Gardeners and Volunteers - holding signs reading 'One donation, double the impact'
Thanks to the generosity of our wonderful supporters and the support of match funders, since 2022 over £60,000 of funding has been raised for Thrive through Big Give Christmas Challenges.
Helping us to transform even more lives through promoting and providing Social & Therapeutic Horticulture across the UK.
