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This project successfully funded on 31st December 2025, you can still support them with a donation.
Together Co's Connect in 25 Festive Appeal
Brighton, United Kingdom
Aim
This festive season, help us to connect people in Brighton & Hove through friendship, community, and kindness so no one has to feel alone.
Over 25 days, we are aiming to raise £10,000 to fund life-changing moments of connection, from social events and telephone befriending to training new volunteers who bring warmth and friendship to those who need it most.
Every £25 helps build connection. Every connection changes a life.
The Power of Connection
At Together Co, we believe that connection is a lifeline.
Every day, our volunteers and community partners reach out to people who might otherwise spend the festive season alone, bringing comfort, conversation, and friendship.
But we can’t do it without you.
This winter, we are launching our Connect in 25 Festive Crowdfunder, a 25-day campaign which not only celebrates our 25th anniversary this year, but also our community and the countless ways your support helps us to build a kinder, more connected Brighton & Hove.
What Your Donation Can Do
We have designed this appeal so you can see the real impact of every gift:
For £25, you could...
- Help 4 people attend a social event, bringing joy and companionship.
- Provide teas, coffees, snacks, and crafts for 30 people at a social gathering.
- Fund refreshments for 30 people at 5 social events, spreading warmth all season long.
- Transport 15 people to attend a social event who otherwise couldn’t make it.
- Support 14 hours of telephone befriending, offering comfort and conversation.
- Cover travel costs for 6 weekly visits from a volunteer befriender, creating lasting connections.
For £250, you could...
- Train 4 new connector volunteers to help people access their community again.
- Train 4 new befrienders ready to be matched with someone experiencing loneliness.
- Host a social event for 30 people, helping neighbours become friends.
- Match 2 friendships for a lifetime, giving the gift of companionship that lasts.
For £2,500, you could...
- Train 40 new befrienders or connector volunteers, building a stronger, more connected Brighton & Hove.
- Host 10 social events for 30 people, creating 300 moments of joy and belonging.
- Match up to 20 friendships for a lifetime, changing lives through connection.
- Connect 25 people to new community activities, building confidence and purpose.
The 25 Connection
This year we are celebrating Together Co's 25th anniversary and the fact we have been connecting people with their communities since the turn of the century.
We will be sharing real stories of connection from volunteers, befrienders, and community members. Each story shows how every £25 helps create the moments that make our community feel more together.
“I love talking to Shapla; she teaches me things and I teach her things. Seeing and speaking to her gives me things to talk about and makes my brain work a bit better than it used to. I would not be without her.” Pam, supported by Together Co
“We have honest conversations. With Peter I can just be myself. He’s a great listener and that’s really important. It makes a difference.” Steve, supported by Together Co.
Rewards for Supporters
We are so grateful for every gift. To say thank you, we are offering rewards for your generous donations, including:
- Vouchers for delicious pizza from Fatto a Mano
- Hotel stays at Tottington Manor and The Maldron
- Golf days for four at four separate venues in the South East
- Sauna sessions at Luna Hut
You can view all of our rewards below.
Why It Matters
Loneliness and isolation doesn’t take a holiday. With your help, we can make sure that more people feel seen, valued, and connected this festive season and beyond.
Your donation doesn’t just support one moment. It creates a ripple of kindness that can last a lifetime by making a connection that lasts forever.
Thank you from everyone at Together Co for your support. It means a lot to us.
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made