Northamptonshire businesses are being invited to take a leading role in a major fundraising drive marking 50 years of care provided by Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity.
The Northampton-based hospice charity is marking its golden anniversary in 2026 by launching a year-long campaign to deliver 50 large-scale fundraisers, and is calling on companies, teams and business leaders to step forward as headline supporters.
The initiative aims to secure 50 individuals or groups willing to host significant fundraising activities during the anniversary year, with a strong focus on workplace-led events, corporate partnerships and community collaboration. Businesses that raise more than £2,000 will be recognised as official Big Fundraisers, with public recognition across the charity’s digital channels and a commemorative anniversary gift.
Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity provides specialist palliative care services across Northamptonshire, including inpatient care, wellbeing support, lymphoedema services and retail operations through its charity shops. Demand for hospice services continues to rise, while operating costs and funding pressures increase across the sector.
Alongside the fundraising drive, the charity is also asking 50 people to share their personal stories of care. These will be published throughout the year, highlighting the impact of hospice services on families and communities across the county.
The anniversary programme will also see established fundraising events given a special golden jubilee edition, including the Twilight Walk, Colour Run, Cycle for Cynthia and Big Band Bash. New community events and creative fundraising formats aimed at engaging businesses and employees are also planned.
Maya Joseph Hussain, CEO at Cynthia Spencer Hospice, said businesses have a crucial role to play in the charity’s future sustainability.
“We’re planning a full year of celebration and reflection, but also action,” said Maya. “Local businesses are vital partners for us, whether through fundraising, volunteering, sponsorship or advocacy.
“Community support is more important than ever for hospices. Rising costs, growing demand and limited fundraising capacity mean we need strong, long-term relationships with the business community.”
She added: “This anniversary is an opportunity for companies to demonstrate leadership, bring teams together and make a tangible difference locally. Our story is closely tied to the people and businesses of Northamptonshire.”
Further details on how businesses can get involved are available on the Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity website.
