Burton charity announces fundraising ball in aid of people going through drug recovery

Burton based charity, The O’Connor Gateway Trust has announced a Fundraising Ball to help people in early recovery from alcohol and drug dependency.

It will be taking place on Friday 31 October at the Pirelli Stadium.

Event highlights include a sit down meal, charity auction hosted by Charles Hanson, live entertainment from Josh Daniels and the incredible Stolen Fridays and a optional masquerade masks for mystery and glamour.

Dress code for the event is lounge suits and partywear and tickets cost £50.

William Saunders OBE, Chair of the O’Connor Gateway Trustees, said: “I see every day how much courage it takes for someone to begin their recovery journey, and I also see how powerful it is when the right support is there at the right time.

“The O’Connor Gateway Trust exists to give people in early recovery the chance to build a new life – one with purpose, dignity, and hope.

“Fundraising for the O’Connor Gateway Trust isn’t just about money – it’s about creating opportunities for people to rebuild their lives, to regain their self-worth, and to feel part of a community again.

“I’ve watched people who are feeling broken and hopeless gain qualifications, jobs, friendships, and a future.

“That transformation simply wouldn’t happen without the funds we raise together, and I am deeply grateful to everyone who makes it possible.

“Every ticket purchased, every auction prize donated, every contribution made helps us to provide the practical skills, the work experience, and the community connections that people need to stand on their own two feet again.

“For someone who has lost everything through addiction, that support is life-changing. It is the bridge between surviving and truly living again, and that is why raising funds for the Trust is so vital.”

For more information and to book tickets, email [email protected]7