Bethel’s 20th Anniversary Fundraising Ball & KAVS Award Presentation — 18 July 2026

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Bethel's 20th Anniversary Fundraising Ball & KAVS Award Presentation — 18 July 2026

This July, Bethel Health & Healing Network turns 20 years old — and we want to celebrate with you.

Join us for a special black tie evening of celebration, connection, and community at one of Birmingham’s finest venues. Dinner, live entertainment, and the KAVS Award Presentation,  all in one unforgettable night.

Date
Saturday 18 July 2026

Time
Doors 7:00 PM
Close 11:00 PM

Venue
Edgbaston Park Hotel B15 2RS

Dress Code
Black Tie

Twenty years. Countless lives changed.

For two decades, Bethel Health & Healing Network has been walking alongside vulnerable women and families across Birmingham — providing doula birth support, mental health listening through our Rapha service, and community health champion programmes that change lives.

In 2024/25 alone, we supported 536 service users, delivered 1,825 support sessions, and received 524 new referrals. We do this work because we believe that every woman, regardless of her circumstances, deserves care, dignity, and support.

 

✨  What to Expect on the Night

  • A three-course dinner in elegant surroundings at Edgbaston Park Hotel
  • Live entertainment and music throughout the evening
  • The KAVS Award Presentation, see below
  • A fundraising element on the night, including a raffle and a giving moment to support
  • Bethel’s work going forward
  • An evening of stories, laughter, and connection with people who share your values
  • Free on-site parking

 

💜  Your Ticket Makes a Difference

Every ticket purchased is a direct contribution to Bethel’s next 20 years. The funds raised on the night go towards supporting vulnerable pregnant women, new mothers, and families across Birmingham who need us most. Your presence, and your generosity, helps us continue.

Spaces are strictly limited to 180 guests. We recommend booking early.

🏆 About the KAVS Award Presentation

KAVS – the King’s Award for Voluntary Service — is the highest award given to voluntary organisations in the United Kingdom, equivalent to an MBE. Bethel Health & Healing Network is proud to be a 2025 recipient, in recognition of our two decades of service to vulnerable women and families across Birmingham.

The KAVS Presentation will be a highlight of our anniversary evening, a moment to honour this extraordinary recognition in front of the community that made it possible. Further details on the presentation will be announced in the weeks ahead.

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Ticket Tiers

🌟 Sponsored Table – £950

A sponsored table gives your organisation 10 reserved seats plus named recognition at the event, a meaningful demonstration of your commitment to Birmingham’s community.

  • 10 reserved seats at a named sponsored table
  • Your organisation’s name featured in event materials and on the night
  • Three-course dinner, entertainment & KAVS Award Presentation
  • Welcome drinks reception
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ideal for businesses with a CSR or community engagement remit
  • Contact shreeniket@bethelnetwork.org.uk to discuss branding details

🪑 Table of 10 – £850

Bring your team, colleagues, or a group of friends and celebrate together. One payment secures 10 seats at the same table. Ideal for organisations, workplaces, and community groups.

  • 10 reserved seats at one table
  • Three-course dinner for all guests
  • Live entertainment, music & KAVS Award Presentation
  • Welcome drinks reception
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ideal for corporate teams, partner organisations, or faith groups

🎟️ Individual Ticket – £85 per person

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 20 years of Bethel. Your ticket includes a three-course dinner, live entertainment, the KAVS Award Presentation, and a fundraising element on the night.

  • Three-course dinner at Edgbaston Park Hotel
  • Live entertainment and music
  • KAVS Award Presentation
  • Welcome drinks reception
  • Free on-site parking

Secure Your Place

Spaces are strictly limited to 180 guests. Book now to avoid disappointment.

As a Doula Champion, you might accompany expectant mothers to prenatal appointments, provide birthing support if needed, help new mums with newborn care and breastfeeding, and ensure they attend their 6-week postnatal checks. You become a trusted companion and advocate for mothers who might otherwise be alone or uncertain.

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You will receive accredited doula training from experienced professionals (led by an ex-NHS midwife) , covering birth coaching, maternal health, and safeguarding. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the skills and
confidence to support women one-on-one.

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This pathway is ideal if you are interested in maternity care or midwifery. It offers invaluable hands-on experience – from attending births (optionally) to postpartum support – giving you a taste of a career in maternal health. Many Doula Champions use this experience as a springboard into NHS roles, midwifery training, or paid doula work in the future.

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Key activities: You will provide one-to-one support through active listening sessions – this could be over the phone, via video call, or in person. You let people share their feelings, and you offer empathy and guidance towards further help if needed (such as suggesting community services). Often, just being there to listen can make a huge difference.

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Training provided: You will undergo intensive training in reflective listening and mental health first response. Our training (often delivered via Zoom over a series of sessions) will teach you how to handle sensitive conversations, maintain confidentiality, and know your boundaries . By completion, you’ll be a certified listening volunteer with skills applicable to counseling or psychology fields.

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Emphasize volunteer scope: Rapha Champions commit to at least an hour per week of listening support for a client after training , which can often be arranged flexibly. You might have regular weekly calls with a client for a period of time. There are also opportunities to facilitate group sessions or community support groups as you grow in experience.

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Benefits and career pathways: This pathway is perfect if you’re interested in mental health, counseling, or social work. The experience you gain – in communication, empathy, and understanding mental health – is highly relevant to careers in counseling, psychotherapy, mental health nursing, or community support roles. Rapha Champions have a pathway to progress into formal counseling courses or mental health roles in the NHS or voluntary sector.” (For example, mention “You could go on to become a paid listening service coordinator or pursue qualifications in therapy – the programme can open these doors.

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