My WiSH Charity launch their 5th soapbox challenge
My WiSH Charity has, once again, launched its 5th Soapbox Challenge with the help of their headline sponsor, Treatt. Coming to Bury St Edmunds on Saturday, 31 August.
2023’s soapbox saw the local NHS charity have the most successful event to date, raising over £20,000 which will be used to provide a family counsellor to support those whose loved ones are undergoing treatment.
And the charity, which supports the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, is calling for local businesses and organisations to get creative and build a soapbox to race down Mount Road in Bury St Edmunds.
Event organiser and fundraising manager, Sally Daniels, said “Last year was such a fun day. Once again, our teams outdid themselves by creating the most fabulous soap boxes. We had everything from a Meccano style soap box to a Mario brothers kart, Scooby Doo’s Mystery Machine to a giant toolbox.”
Sally added “As always we have to thank Treatt, who have been our headline sponsors for every soap box. Their support has been unwavering, and we look forward to welcoming Chloe Ludkin back to help us judge once again.”
Chloe, who is the Internal communications executive for the flavour and fragrance company, said “I have been lucky enough to be a judge for a couple of the soapbox challenges. You can see just how much work goes into putting on this great event. Treatt are thrilled to be able to sponsor the day once again and bring smiles to the community as well as help local businesses promote themselves. It’s just a great day to be involved with”.
Sally continued “Additional sponsors include Clarkes of Walsham, AC Webb Electrical, Speedy Hire, Enterprise Rent A Car and Sealey’s Tools. Without their support we would not be able to put on this event for the community. The soapbox challenge it’s not only a fun event, but it’s a great way for businesses to talk to the community whether you enter a team or whether you become a sponsor.”
The My WiSH Soapbox challenge takes place on Mount Road, and it is free to spectate. The Priory School are once again generously allowing the charity to use the school grounds to host Soapbox City. Here everyone will be able to see the teams and their soapboxes up close and there will be food and drinks available.
Sally finished by saying “Our Soapbox is a great day for families to have a fun day before the summer ends and we can’t wait to see What this year brings.”
For more information about entering the Soapbox Challenge or to find out about sponsorship and advertising opportunities go to our event page.