The Big Give
THANK YOU
We did it! We've successfully hit our £10k target for our Big Give Christmas Appeal, raising a whopping £10,350 for Ipswich!
We're absolutely blown away by the generosity of our community, especially in these difficult times. Thank you to everyone who donated, the businesses that pledged, and anyone who attended our events or supported and shared our message.
As a charity that recieves no regular funding these funds will make a huge difference in our work, allowing us to reach even more people, unlock the inspiring power of creativity and provide hope and opportunity for those in need.
With heartfelt gratitude,
The ICM family
SUPPORT OUR CHRISTMAS APPEAL
In the spirit of community and compassion, let's make this Christmas season unforgettable!
Your donation, combined with The Big Give's matching model, will empower us to unlock the inspiring power of creativity and provide hope and opportunity for those in need.
Together, let's be the change we wish to see in the world, starting with Westgate Ward.
HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN IPSWICH
Pledge from £100 – Help Unlock £10,000 for IPSWICH
Pledge by 11pm on Sunday 7th September, with no payment until after Christmas – Your promise today unlocks vital funding for ICM in the coming months.
This is your opportunity to back a grassroots charity making a real difference:
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Supporting young people living on the margins
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Helping displaced people learn English and improve job prospects
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Funding youth workers to meet urgent needs to support wellbeing and mental health.
What is The Big Give Christmas Appeal? The Big Give Christmas Appeal is an annual fundraising campaign where donations made during a specific period are doubled by match funding. This means your contributions can have twice the impact!
What are Pledges? Pledges are promises of funding that are used to double donations made to us during the live campaign. They are crucial as they form the pool of funds that match the public's donations, maximising the impact of every contribution.
Why Are Pledges Important? Pledges are essential for our campaign's success. They ensure that every donation made during the live campaign can be matched, effectively doubling the support we receive. This significantly enhances our ability to reach our fundraising target.
How Can You Help? At this stage, we are looking for pledges of £100 or more. These pledges do not need to be paid until the end of the year, but we need to collect them now to meet our target of £2,500 in pledges by the 7th of September 2025.
PLEDGE NOW - PAY LATER
WHAT IS THE BIG GIVE?
The Big Give Christmas Appeal runs from 2nd - 9th December 2025.
Simply put – it’s a GENEROSITY multiplier. Big Give helps people match their donation, multiplying impact and make a lasting difference in the world together.
SO, FOR EVERY £5 YOU DONATE, BIG GIVE WILL DOUBLE IT TO £10 AND SO ON - DOUBLE THE DONATION, DOUBLE THE IMPACT!
How can you help?
FOR INDIVIDUALS:
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Donate to the Big Give Christmas Appeal between Tuesday 2nd December – 9th December (until 12pm).
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Take part in your own fundraising activity and raise money doing something you love whilst having BIG fun. Check out our Fundraising Pack for ideas and our sponsor form.
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Simply share our posts on social media (@ipswichcm) and help us spread the word to your friends and family.
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Come along to one of our fun fundraising events.
We understand that times are tough, and any amount you can spare will make a meaningful difference, or any help to simply spread the word about our mission will be brilliant. Your generosity, no matter the size, is greatly appreciated. And don’t forget – it will be DOUBLED!!
FOR BUSINESSES:
Corporate Support and Benefits: Does your company have a charity arm or a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme? If so, why not ask them to get involved? Perhaps your company is looking for a meaningful charity to support. Participating in The Big Give Christmas Appeal is an excellent opportunity for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to social responsibility and community support.
By donating your company will:
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Enhance Brand Image: Show your customers and clients that your company cares about making a positive impact in the community.
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Increase Visibility: We will promote your organisation’s support on our social media pages, reaching over 5,000 community members.
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Build Stronger Communities: Your donation will be doubled, significantly increasing our ability to support disadvantaged individuals and communities.
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Nurture Employee Pride: Employees feel proud to work for a company that values and actively supports community initiatives.
Plus we will be giving special recognition for donations of £200+ including:
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Being featured as a Major Community Partner on our website and campaign materials
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Having a dedicated spotlight post across our social channels
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Getting invitations to special ICM events and gigs to meet the young people and participants your support helps
Supporting our cause not only helps us achieve our fundraising goals but also aligns your company with values of compassion, community, and social responsibility. This can lead to stronger community ties, enhanced corporate reputation, and increased customer loyalty.
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Why support ICM?
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ICM is an award-winning charity that works in the heart of Westgate Ward, an area that grapples with significant deprivation and challenges, and ranks among the most deprived areas in the UK.
Every year, ICM offers over 10,000 participations working with refugees, migrants, and young people in our Ipswich community. Our mission is to challenge inequality by empowering people to transform their lives through learning and creativity.
Every week we:
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Teach English to over 230 refugees and migrants from a mix of over 24 different nationalities
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Reach over 60 children and young people through our creative projects
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Support over 30 volunteers in our classrooms and studios
But to continue offering such services for free, ICM needs to raise vital funds.
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In the spirit of community and compassion, let's make this Christmas season unforgettable. Your donation, combined with The Big Give's matching model, will empower us to unlock the inspiring power of creativity and provide hope and opportunity for those in need. Together, let's be the change we wish to see in the world, starting with Westgate Ward.
With heartfelt gratitude,
The ICM family
Thank You To Our Pledgers
Match funding for our Big Give Christmas Appeal has been made available thanks to the generous pledges of the Rotary Club of Ipswich Wolsey, Jarvis Cosmetic Developments, Kerseys Solicitors, and Loveone, and the support of our match funding champion Reed Educational Trust Limited.
