Charity of the Year
Supporting Porchlight
We are delighted to partner with Porchlight, the Kent-based homelessness, housing and mental health charity. By appointing Porchlight as our Charity of the Year, tmactive affirms its commitment to supporting and raising awareness of the essential services provided by the charity in Tonbridge and Malling.
Porchlight helps people who are facing homelessness. It also tackles the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality, so they can recover from the trauma they’ve experienced and live the life they want.
Exclusive Outdoor Lane Hire - October
As the season drew to a close at Tonbridge Swimming Pool, swimmers were treated to a special opportunity: the chance to hire a private lane in the Outdoor Pool for a 45-minute swim. The event, which took place on 1 and 2 October, allowed participants to enjoy a serene, uninterrupted swim under the open sky – an experience usually reserved for early morning risers or lucky off-peak visitors.
Beyond the personal benefits, the event also served a greater purpose. By the end of the two-day initiative, an impressive £800 had been raised, all of which was donated to charity, making this an unforgettable way to bid farewell to the outdoor swimming season.
Charity Assault Course - August
In August, Angel Centre staff and members united for a rigorous Fitness Challenge to raise funds for tmactive’s charity of the year, Porchlight. The challenge, inspired by a popular fitness routine, involved a series of intense exercises including running, Ski-Erg, sled pushes, tyre flips, rowing, all completed in pairs.
The event was a powerful demonstration of community spirit and commitment to supporting those in need and raised an amazing £782 for the charity.
The next fundraising Challenge will take place on Sunday 22 December. Sign up in the Gym or at reception!
Members' Charity Golf Day - May
We held our annual Members’ Charity Golf Day in aid of Porchlight on Sunday 19 May. The event was a resounding success, raising £2,600 for the charity.
The competition was held at tmactive’s Poult Wood Golf Course and some 57 players, competed in both individual and team stableford competitions.
The funds raised on the day was through a combination of tee sponsorship, a raffle, auction and on course competitions. 15 companies donated raffle prizes, auction lots and sponsored tees.
CEO Sleep Out - March
Both tmactive’s Chief Executive, Emma Wood and previous Chief Executive, Martin Guyton, took part in the CEO Sleepout on Monday 25 March and raised £1,090 for Porchlight.
Porchlight Fundraising Events
Office fundraising
1970s quiz, Monster Moustache Monday, Creative Cardboard Catwalk
London to Brighton cycle – 55 miles
Sunday 15 September
Jump for Porchlight!
Tandem Skydive at Headcorn Airfield
Friday 20 September
Tonbridge Half Marathon
Sunday 29 September
Exclusive Outdoor Lane Hire for Porchlight
Tuesday 1 & Wednesday 2 October – 6.30am to 8pm
As we bid farewell to the Outdoor Pool for the season, seize the opportunity for a 45-minute swim in your own private lane. Don’t miss out on this unique experience! Lanes allocated on first-come, first-served basis.
Price: £10 per person, all proceeds going to Porchlight. Bring your friends along for an additional £4 per person.
Secure your spot today by calling 01732 367449. Online booking opens on September 17.
Sponsored Sleep Out
Friday 11 October, mark #WorldHomelessDay
and #WorldMentalHealthDay by doing a sponsored sleepout. Spend an unforgettable night under the stars as we unite to fight homelessness. Team up with colleagues to brave the cold for one night and get sponsored to do it. Taking part with your co-workers is fun and exciting, but it also provides a valuable insight into what it’s like for people who have no choice but to sleep on the streets.
Royal Parks London Half Marathon
Sunday 13 October
Team Golf Day at Poult Wood Golf Course
Thursday 24 October
Join Porchlight’s Golf Day 2024 and create lasting change in their 50th year.
Register your team of four and enjoy a relaxing day’s golf with friends, family or colleagues on this picturesque 18-hole course at the stunning Poult Wood Golf Course. Have fun whilst raising vital funds for people who are experiencing the devastating effects of homelessness, poverty and ill health. Together we can be there when it matters most.
Event details
Places are £350 per teams of 4. This ticket price includes 18 holes of golf on this very established course, a breakfast roll on arrival and a delicious one course meal at the end of your game. Exciting fundraising activities both on and off the golf course will also be a big part of the day.
Places are limited, so don’t delay! Gather your team and register your interest today.
Office fundraising
Funky Footwear Friday, 1970s quiz, book sale, barrow of bottles raffle, guess the staff baby photos, two truths and a lie (guess the lie).
Porchlight Charity Quiz Night @ Angel Centre
Friday 22 November – 7pm for 7.30pm start
Come and join us for a fun evening of festive quizzing, with friends, family members or colleagues!
You can have a team of up to 8 people – feel free to bring along your own drinks and snacks. Tables cost £40 with all money going to the charity.
Call 01732 359966 to book a table, or visit Reception.
CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISING
Reverse advent calendar donations, Donate instead of sending cards, Santa Fun Run, Christmas jumper day, Christmas quiz and/or raffle, Christmas carols concert, Christmas dinner/party.
Angel Centre Charity Assault Course Challenge
Sunday 22 December
Come and join our popular Charity Assault Course Challenge, taking place on Sunday 22 December at the Angel Centre. Unite with members and staff for a rigorous Fitness Challenge to raise funds for Porchlight. The challenge, inspired by a popular fitness routine, involves a series of intense exercises including running, Ski-Erg, sled pushes, tyre flips, rowing, all completed in pairs. The goal is to complete the challenge as quickly as possible and to have fun whilst raising money for the charity.
For more information please email leisurecentres@tmactive.co.uk.
Becci’s Story: Kent’s hidden female homelessness crisis
Chris Thomas, from Porchlight, says:
“Homelessness is devastating and it’s also on the rise. Because of tmactive’s support, people who are in this desperate situation will be kept safe. We’re very grateful to tmactive for joining us in the fight for a safe home, better life and fairer future for everyone.”
Emma Wood, Chief Executive of tmactive, expressed her delight:
“We’re really pleased to name Porchlight as our charity of the year. tmactive is committed to both fundraising efforts and raising awareness of the critical services the charity delivers. This marks our fifth year partnering with a charity, having previously supported Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex, Heart of Kent Hospice, and most recently Spadework. We eagerly anticipate fundraising for this incredibly worthy cause.”
