Supporting the Starr Trust: How Local Businesses Can Get Involved
16th March 2026
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The Starr Trust is a Brighton and Hove-based charity dedicated to supporting young people who are facing disadvantages such as mental health challenges, poverty or disabilities that are holding them back in life.
The operations of the Starr Trust are fully funded by Seico Mortgages, meaning every single pound raised through fundraising goes directly to the young people who need it most. This year there are some fantastic opportunities for local businesses to get behind the cause. From sporting challenges to glamorous evenings out, there is something for everyone and every team entered, table booked, and pound raised makes a real difference.
DoubleTree by Brighton Hilton – Pre-Loved Clothing Sale, Date TBC
The DoubleTree by Brighton Hilton is hosting a pre-loved clothing sale in aid of the Starr Trust. If you have quality items you would like to donate, the charity would love to hear from you. Please get in touch to let them know what you would like to contribute, and arrange to drop donations off at the Starr Trust office in Hove ahead of the event.
Firm Balls Football Tournament – 3rd June 2026
Hosted by Sam Thomas, the Firm Balls Football Tournament takes place on 3rd June at Brighton & Hove Albion’s home ground, the American Express Stadium. This event is now open for teams to enter, whether you are a seasoned five-a-side squad or just looking for a great day out with colleagues, this is your chance to pull on your boots and play for a brilliant cause alongside other local businesses.
Licence To Thrill – The Gala Royale, 10th October 2026
Brighton Regency 10 Round Table are hosting their annual ball on Saturday 10th October 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole, and the Starr Trust is inviting local businesses to take a table in support of the charity. Tickets are priced at £90 per person and include a drinks reception from 6pm, a three course meal, a welcome drink, half a bottle of wine, and fantastic entertainment throughout the evening. The night will also feature a raffle, silent auction, virtual horse racing and more. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Networking with Balls – Pool League Tournament
Networking with Balls host an annual pool league tournament which is held every month at the Castle Pool Club and the Starr Trust is inviting local businesses to enter a team and nominate the charity as their chosen cause. It is a brilliant way to enjoy some friendly competition while supporting young people in the community. Get your team together and be part of this fun networking event – a few team spaces are still available!
How You Help Raise Even More…
Could You Donate a Prize?
The Starr Trust is also on the lookout for prizes and auction lots to be donated ahead of these events. Experiences, tickets, hampers, products, or any raffle or auction-worthy items would be gratefully received and will help maximise the funds raised for the young people the charity supports. If you or your business can donate something special, the Starr Trust would love to hear from you.
Could your team take on a challenge or host an event?
If your business is planning its own event or your team is taking on a sponsored challenge this year, why not choose the Starr Trust as your beneficiary charity? The charity would be delighted to hear from you to discuss and support your ideas.
Tracey Starr, Partnership Liaison at the Starr Trust, said: “We are truly overwhelmed by the generosity and support of the local business community this year. To every business hosting an event, entering a team, or fundraising on our behalf, we cannot thank you enough. Your support means everything to us. We would. like to extend a very special thank you to Acumen Law for choosing the Starr Trust as their charity for the Acumen Business Convention on 6th May, and to Best of British Events for their wonderful support through their upcoming race day and Tunbridge Wells events. Together, we can make a real and lasting difference to young people whose lives are being held back through no fault of their own, and it is the generosity of businesses like yours that makes that possible.”
To find out more about any of these events or to get involved, please email Tracey@starrtrust.org