This time next year, we’ll be getting ready to step into a night of elegance, sparkle and community spirit as we prepare for our Prism of Colour Charity Ball! The date is set for Saturday 24 October 2026, at the Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel. 
 
This fabulous event is one of the most anticipated evenings in our fundraising calendar - and we can’t wait to welcome supporters, friends and local businesses for an unforgettable night of celebration, dining, and dancing, all in aid of a cause that changes lives. 
 
So this is your official notice to Save the Date! Read on to find out how you can help us make the Embrace Prism of Colour Ball 2026 a glittering success… 

A Night to Remember 

The Embrace Ball always promises glamour, entertainment and meaningful moments, and we’re so excited about our 2026 theme: Prism of Colour. Just like a prism turns light into a spectrum of colour, the evening will celebrate how every young person we support shines in their own unique way. 
 
Guests will enjoy a wonderful dinner, live music, and opportunities to connect with others who care deeply about helping families living with disability. Your presence and support will directly help Embrace continue its vital work providing practical, emotional, and social support to families and young people across Bedford and the Central Bedfordshire area. The funds we raise from the ball make a real difference, allowing us to continue creating brighter futures for those who need it most. 
 
So please, save the date – Saturday 24 October 2026 – and join us for a spectacular evening that gives back. 

Sponsorship Opportunities 

For local businesses and community-minded organisations, the 2026 Prism of Colour Ball offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your brand while supporting an established and trusted charity. Sponsorship not only helps us deliver an extraordinary event, but also ensures that every pound raised goes directly towards helping the families we support. 

Gold Sponsorship Packages 

We have a range of exciting sponsorship opportunities available, each including two complimentary tickets and VIP recognition throughout the evening. Your business will be featured on stage and on-screen during the event, and across our social media channels. You’ll also receive a full-page advertisement in our event brochure, which will really make your company stand out on the night and beyond! 
 
We’re particularly looking for a sponsor for each of these elements of the evening: 
 
Champagne Reception – £1,400 
Help us start the evening in style by sponsoring the sparkling welcome for our guests. 
• The Band – £1,800 
Bring the dancefloor to life by supporting the live entertainment that makes the night so special. 
• Room Décor – £1,000 
Transform our venue into a vibrant “prism of colour” experience for all to enjoy. 

Silver Sponsorship Packages 

We’re also offering Table Sponsorships for £75, which include your logo and contact details featured in the event brochure. It’s a simple and effective way to show your support while promoting your business to an engaged local audience. 

Why Sponsor? 

Becoming one of our ball sponsors is a chance to align your business with a much-loved local charity, gain exposure and recognition across multiple platforms, and be part of an event that makes a real and lasting difference in the community. 
 
Your sponsorship means that Embrace can continue its essential work supporting families living with disability. But sponsorship isn’t just about philanthropy - it’s about partnership, and you’ll get plenty in return as well! 
 
Your business will gain: 
 
Brand exposure to a room full of local guests and fellow businesses 
 
Recognition as a valued supporter of a respected community charity 
 
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families who rely on our services 
 
Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to secure your sponsorship early. Together, we can make the Prism of Colour Ball 2026 a night to remember: one that reflects the brilliance of the young people we support, and the generosity of those who make our work possible. 
 
So remember to Save the Date: Saturday 24 October 2026 – Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel! 
 
We’ll let you know when tickets are on sale – and in the meantime, if you have questions or you’d like to secure your sponsorship, contact us at on fundraising@embrace.org.uk 
 
Let’s plan a night to remember for October 2026, and create a bright and brilliant future full of colour for the children we support and their families. 
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