Gripple's Masks & Moonlight Ball Raises Over £15,000 for Charity

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The Gripple event, hosted on September 4th, was a night to remember for its guests, who were treated to live music, games, and entertainment. The highlight of the evening was a silent auction and Gripple's largest-ever raffle, featuring over £3,500 in prizes. The event was a huge success, raising £15,105.57 for charitable causes. Gripple's 100% employee-owned business model emphasizes community involvement, and the Masks & Moonlight Ball is a testament to the company's commitment to giving back.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Masks & Moonlight Ball was organized by Gripple's graduate trainees, Madison Simmons, Alex Barker, and Oscar Devine-Wright, who brought together customers, suppliers, and colleagues for an evening of elegance and entertainment.
  • The event featured a silent auction and Gripple's largest-ever raffle, with over £3,500 in prizes donated by Vodafone, Radisson Blu Sheffield, Odeon Luxe, Browns, and other Sheffield-based businesses.
  • Ed Stubbs, Managing Director at Gripple, emphasized the company's commitment to community support, stating that giving back is at the heart of everything Gripple does.
  • Katie Kelly from Team Ted Foundation, Gripple's Charity of the Year, expressed gratitude for the event's impact, which enables the charity to create joyful moments for children living with cancer and help families make lasting memories together.
  • Beyond the event, Gripple continues its community support through the Gripple Foundation, donating a percentage of annual profits to charitable causes.

Statistics:

  • £3,500: The total value of prizes donated for the silent auction and raffle.
  • £15,105.57: The total amount raised by Gripple for charitable causes.
  • 100%: Gripple's employee-owned business model, which emphasizes community involvement and support.
  • Multiple: The number of Sheffield-based businesses that donated prizes for the event, including Vodafone, Radisson Blu Sheffield, Odeon Luxe, and Browns.
  • 1: The number of event organized by graduate trainees, highlighting the company's commitment to developing talent and community involvement.

Sources:

  • [Ella Skelson]
  • [www.jpimedia.uk]