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Keep Us Dancing: Ways to Support Move Momentum

At Move Momentum, we believe everyone deserves the chance to take part in high-quality, inclusive dance and movement activities. Your support helps us provide opportunities to people who might otherwise miss out.

Whether it’s a one-off donation, monthly giving, or hosting your own fundraiser, there are so many ways to make a difference. Here’s a full guide to all the ways you can support Move Momentum:

Why Your Donation Matters

When you give, you don’t just support classes and workshops; you’re empowering people, building community, and creating joyful experiences.

One student reflects on the impact of the classes, sharing, “The class has introduced some fun into our lives. I look forward to it and even if I don’t feel very well, I don’t want to miss it. It is not competitive, you feel accepted and encouraged to be yourself.”

According to research by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), donating also benefits donors: it boosts mood, connects you to causes you care about, and can even be tax efficient through schemes like Gift Aid and payroll giving.

Ways to Donate:

 

One-Off Donations

The simplest way to support us is by making a one-time gift.

Don’t forget to tick Gift Aid if you’re eligible; it adds 25% at no extra cost to you!

Become a Friend of Move Momentum (Regular Giving)

Setting up a monthly or quarterly donation means we can plan ahead and offer more opportunities to our community. 

Our Friends also receive extra benefits from us in return, including free Move Momentum merch, complimentary tickets to our events, and regular updates on how their support is making a real difference.

Regular giving provides stability for us, and purpose for you.

Set up a direct debit or standing order here!

Give As You Earn (Payroll Giving)

If your employer offers payroll giving, you can donate straight from your salary before tax is deducted. This makes your gift go further at no extra cost.

Ask your HR or payroll department if this is available; and remember, some employers even match donations, doubling your impact.

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Fundraising Events

Hosting or joining a fundraiser isn’t just about raising money; it’s about bringing people together, having fun, and making a real difference in your community. Every cake baked, mile cycled, or item sold helps us keep our programmes running and opens the door for more people to experience the joy of dance.

Here are some fantastic examples from our amazing supporters:

Katie’s Danceathon: she hosted a fun day full of dancing and raised £230 to keep our classes moving.

Winchester Round Table’s Pedal, Paddle, Pace Challenge: our staff and volunteers braved the triathlon and raised £880

John’s Oboe performance: he impressed the rest of the class with his breathtaking skills, earning donations from supporters

Student Jumble Sale: students donated and sold their pre-loved items, raising funds while reducing waste.

Lynn’s Cake Sale: she baked up a storm in her local pub and turned sweet treats into vital support.

But you don’t need to be a triathlete or a star baker to make an impact. Fundraising can be as simple as organising a quiz night, raffle, or sponsored walk, or even hosting a virtual challenge from the comfort of your own home. For more ideas, check out our Fundraising Pack.

However you choose to fundraise, you’ll be creating joyful experiences for yourself, your friends, and the people whose lives are touched by Move Momentum.

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Corporate Support

Businesses can play a huge role in supporting us:

  • Corporate sponsorship of events or programmes (check out our Corporate Giving Brochure for more details)
  • “Charity of the Year” partnerships
  • Staff volunteering and team fundraising challenges
  • In-kind support (e.g. venues, printing, marketing, IT)
  • Payroll giving and matched donations

We’re proud to have the support of Gentian, a local property developer and investor in Winchester. Nick Ekins, Managing Director, shared:

“Our support of Move Momentum is one of the ways we give back to the community of Winchester. We really like that their dance classes are accessible, inclusive and affordable to a wide group of people.”

Corporate giving isn’t just good for us; it also boosts staff morale, shows community commitment, and builds positive brand reputation.

Make Your Gift Go Further

  • Gift Aid your donation if you’re a UK taxpayer (+25% at no extra cost)
  • Ask your employer if they offer payroll giving or matched donations
  • Share your story; inspire others by telling them why you give
  • Stay connected; join our newsletter and follow our updates to see your impact
Nick Ekins (Left) and our CEO, Amanda (Right) smiling together in front of a door.
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Thank You 

Every pound raised helps us reach more people with the joy of movement and dance.

Thanks to our supporters, we reached over 700 individuals last year through our regular classes, workshops and online platform.

One of our students shares how Move Momentum has impacted their life: “When I first joined Liberate, I was at a point in life where I didn’t know what I was going to do and how my life was going to turn out. Now, I have a new sense of purpose, a community of people behind me to support me and a focus on where my life is headed.”

Ready to make a difference today? Donate now!

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