The Barcode Warehouse pledges £2,000 as headline sponsor for the Newark Emmaus Trust & Children’s Bereavement Centre’s in aid of The 2025 Great Gatsby Charity Ball

The Barcode Warehouse (TBW) is delighted to announce its commitment to local charities as the headline sponsor of The Great Gatsby Charity Ball - in aid of Newark Emmaus Trust and the Children's Bereavement Centre.

Taking place on Friday, 25 April 2025, at Newark Showground, this annual charity event supports the spirit of community with an evening of fundraising, entertainment and celebration.

TBW has pledged a £2,000 sponsorship contribution to help ensure the success of the event, and it will directly benefit both charities.

As a business rooted in the local community, TBW is proud to contribute to causes that make a meaningful impact on people’s lives especially young people.

The Newark Emmaus Trust provides temporary accommodation, professional care and training for vulnerable and homeless young people, equipping them with the tools to build brighter futures. The Children’s Bereavement Centre offers essential support to children and young people navigating grief following the loss of a loved one or facing terminal illness in their family.

Commitment to the local community

Jo Lee, Head of HR and Customer Services Director at The Barcode Warehouse, expressed the company’s dedication to supporting these vital causes:

“Our commitment to these charities stems from a deep appreciation for the incredible and valuable work they do within our local community. Everyone at The Barcode Warehouse is honoured to be the headline sponsor for this amazing fundraising event. We are proud to support their work at a grassroots level and to see the impact that this event will have in changing the lives of young people who need it most.”

Nikki Burley, Chief Executive Officer at Newark Emmaus Trust, commented:

“We are incredibly grateful to The Barcode Warehouse for returning as our headline sponsor in 2025. Their support is invaluable in making this event possible and helping 2 local charities to raise vital funds for young people in Newark. With the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, their generosity means more than ever and we look forward to welcoming them on the night.”

Kate Baxter, Chief Executive at the Children's Bereavement Centre, added:

“A huge thank you to The Barcode Warehouse for their unwavering support. Their sponsorship plays a critical role in making this event successful and directly contributes to helping children navigate the challenges of grief. We are looking forward to a fantastic fundraising evening in 2025!”

Want to support this fantastic local charity fundraiser?

There’s still time to buy tickets for The Great Gatsby Ball until 10 April 2025. And if you can’t attend in person there are Raffle tickets available. Click the link to find out more : The Great Gatsby Ball tickets and information