Blog. Stand up and be counted: How you can lend your support this year

January 09, 2019 | Author Giuliana Vittiglio

2018 was yet another record 12 months for HA as we spent over £880,000 supporting more hospitality people in need than ever before. We were there for the waiters and chefs, event planners and kitchen porters, restaurateurs and food operators, to make sure that every member of our community had somewhere to turn in their hour of need. With UK hospitality set for an uncertain time one thing will remain set in stone; HA will be there to lend a helping hand when times get tough.

Giuliana Vittiglio Stand Up And Be Counted How You Can Lend Your Support This Year1

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Of course, we can only be there thanks to the generosity of our fantastic supporters. A great way to get involved and kick start our New Year fundraising is to attend one of our renowned events! Not only will you network with industry greats, have a fantastic time and enjoy delicious food and wines but the money we raise will help people just like Rebekah, Daniel and the Ellis family. Be sure to save the following dates so you and your colleagues can attend one of the following fantastic events:

A Tour of Highclere Castle including lunch and afternoon tea at

The Vineyard at Stockcross, Monday 8th April

Enjoy a stunning three course lunch at the Vineyard

with a tour of Highclere Castle, the real ‘Downton Abbey’

Back to the Floor 4, The Dorchester, Friday 26th April

It’s fourth time lucky as senior figures from the industry go Back to the Floor once again!

The Big Fat Quiz, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, Spring TBC

Put your general knowledge to the test and be sure not to miss out

on your chance to become our 2019 Quiz champion

Northern Polo Day, Cheshire Polo Club, Sunday 23rd June

Enjoy a wonderful lunch prepared by award-winning winning chefs

prior to a thrilling game of polo

Social Sunday, nationwide, Sunday 30th June

Participate in Social Sunday and serve up something special this summer

South West Polo Day, Beaufort Polo Club, Sunday 15th September

Enjoy an outstanding lunch prepared by award-winning chefs

prior to a spot of polo and afternoon tea

Northern Lights Dinner – Autumn TBC

Celebrate the best the North West has to offer

Chairman’s Golf Day, Buckinghamshire Golf Club, Wednesday 9th October

Join us for our fourth annual Chairman’s Golf Day

Christmas Fundraising Dinner, London, Monday 25th November

Kick-start the party season with HA; celebrated chefs to be announced

If you fancy taking on a personal challenge don’t forget we have plenty of adrenaline-filled experiences in store for those wishing to raise funds and get fit at the same time.

Or why not consider nominating us as your Charity of the Year? By doing so you’ll have the opportunity to promote your organisation to a wider audience, achieve your Corporate Social Responsibility objectives, motivate and team build, generate great PR and, most importantly, make a real difference whilst having fun!

However you decide to support us this year you’ll be making a real and direct difference. Now is the time to stand up and be counted so be sure to keep an eye on our events page or contact the Get Involved.