Major success for Harrogate charity that is 'passionate about helping older people feel valued'
Organisers of a Harrogate charity ball say the latest was its “best and biggest ever” with more than £16,000 raised.
Held at the Cedar Court Hotel, Supporting Older People fifth annual fundraising ball welcomed 120 guests from across the Harrogate district and beyond for an evening of fundraising, entertainment and celebration.
The always fun and glamorous event was the most successful ball in the charity's history, raising a record-breaking £16,300.
Kate Rogata, Director of Supporting Older People, said: "We are absolutely delighted to have raised such a sum from this year's ball – our best result ever.
"The event has truly gone from strength to strength, growing in both attendance and fundraising success every year."
Guests enjoyed a sparkling drinks reception, dinner, raffle, auction and dancing late into the evening to popular local band Remember Hillards.
The ball was proudly supported by Principal Sponsor Vida Care, alongside other valued sponsors Kings Care at Home and Duchy Companion Care, whose support helped make the evening such a success.
Kate Rogata, Director of Supporting Older People, said: "The money raised will make a real difference to older people across our communities and now represents a significant proportion of our annual fundraising target.
"We are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, donated prizes, bid in the auction, bought raffle tickets, sponsored the event or helped behind the scenes."
"A special thank you goes to our Principal Sponsor, Vida Care, and our other sponsors whose generosity and commitment helped make the evening possible."
Following the success of the ball, Supporting Older People is already looking ahead to its next major fundraising event - the Cheltenham Festival Ladies' Day Lunch, which will take place at Hotel du Vin, Harrogate, on Wednesday, March 17, 2027.
James Rycroft, of Vida Healthcare, said: "At Vida Healthcare, supporting people is at the heart of everything we do, which is why we are proud to support the SOP summer ball.
"We are passionate about helping older people feel valued, connected and supported and we are delighted to play a part in such a meaningful event.”
More information on SOP at:https://supportingolderpeople.org.uk/