Befriend a Child announces plans for north-east charity ball
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North-east charity Befriend a Child has announced the return of its annual Big Kids Ball for 2024.
It will take place on Friday, May 17 at The Chester Hotel in Aberdeen.
Guests will be immersed in a world of magic and storytelling with the 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 meal 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 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 Child's 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 more than 244 children and young people, aged five to 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.
Visit the Befriend a Child website for further information on the Enchanted Forest Ball and to purchase tickets.
