Aberdeen based children's charity, Befriend a Child, announces the return of their annual Big Kids Ball for 2024, on May 17 at The Chester Hotel.
This year guests will be immersed in a world of magic and
storytelling with their Enchanted Forest-themed evening.
Those who attend will be welcomed by the Befriend a Child team and
treated to welcome drinks, games and entertainment before enjoying a delicious three-course and learning more about the work the charity does across Aberdeen city
and shire. The night is set to have a few fun surprises and music from local
band, Silver City Soul Review who will keep the party going late into the
night!
Sarah Misra, CEO at Befriend a Child said: “You are guaranteed a
fantastic night at our Big Kids Ball and this year is no exception. We really
take pride in our themes, décor and entertainment at our fundraising Balls, and
we can’t wait to welcome everyone on the May 17, it’s set
to be a wonderful night”.
The charity, which provides befriending and mentoring programmes,
group activities and family support for disadvantaged children, recently
confirmed that Civil Engineering Contractors, W M Donald,
will be the headline sponsor of the Ball for a third year running.
Elaine Donald, Director at W M Donald said: “We are delighted to
be headline sponsor for the third year running at Befriend a Childs charity
ball. We are looking forward to another great evening and raising as much money
as possible.”
Tickets are on sale for £100 per person, or £1000 for a table of
10, with all proceeds going towards Befriend a Child’s vital support services
in Aberdeen City and Shire.
The money raised from the event in previous years has hugely
benefitted the charity’s programmes and projects, raising thousands of pounds
to support local children living in challenging circumstances.
Every year, the charity supports over 244 children and young
people, aged 5-16, who are navigating difficult life circumstances, including
poverty, abuse and neglect, and poor mental health.
Befriend a Child match children with trained
volunteer befrienders/mentors who act as positive adult role models showing
children more of what life has to offer and giving them the best chance in life
to thrive. The charity also runs Youth Clubs in Northfield and a Family
Support service, providing emotional support and delivering packages with
essential items to struggling families.
If you would like further information on Befriend a Child’s
Enchanted Forest Ball or if you would like to purchase tickets, visit
their website at, https://www.befriendachild.org.uk/Event/befriend-a-childs-enchanted-forest-ball