Noah’s Ark Children's Hospital named charity partner for Finance Connect Conference

Finance Connect has announced Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity as the official charity partner of the Finance Connect UK Autumn Conference 2026, taking place at Kings Place, London, on 24 November, with a series of fundraising activities planned in partnership with Propel Finance.

The conference will support the charity’s vital work helping children and families receiving specialist care, with fundraising taking place both during the conference and at the pre-conference drinks evening.

In partnership with Propel Finance, a key supporter of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity, delegates will have the opportunity to take part in a charity raffle, with tickets available for £10 each and a wide range of prizes up for grabs.

A special basketball challenge will also take place on Propel’s stand at the conference, giving delegates one minute to score as many baskets as possible. Entry will cost £10 per attempt, with the two highest scorers each winning a bottle of champagne.

All raffle proceeds will go towards Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity through the Big Give Match-Funded Campaign, which will match donations pound for pound, doubling the impact of the funds raised.

The fundraising will support the charity’s Here for You Appeal, which aims to improve the experience of children and families receiving hospital care.

Julie Warren, Marketing Director and Chair of Propel’s Charity Committee, said:

“Propel Finance is incredibly proud to support Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity as one of our chosen charities. Partnering with them at the Finance Connect UK Autumn Conference and the Pre-Conference drinks event gives us a meaningful opportunity to contribute through donations generated via prize raffle sales and a special basketball challenge.

“Every donation will help Noah’s Ark continue its incredible work supporting children and families by funding life-changing equipment, facilities and services for those receiving specialist care. It’s a cause that is very close to our hearts, and we’re honoured to play a small part in helping create brighter futures for children across Wales and beyond.”

Lucy Jones, Co-Director of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity, welcomed the partnership:

“Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity is delighted to be the supported charity at the Finance Connect UK Autumn Conference, through our partnership with Propel Finance. Being part of such a well-respected industry event is a fantastic opportunity to raise vital funds and awareness for our work.

“Every donation made through the conference fundraising activities will be doubled through the Big Give Christmas Challenge for our Here for You Appeal. This year, the appeal will help us create a dedicated Wellbeing Hub, giving families a space away from the ward to relax and connect.

“The Hub will host youth club hangouts, stay and play sessions and specialist activities, with sessions brought to the bedside for those who can’t attend. We will also recruit a Family Wellbeing Coordinator to check in with families across the wards each day and respond to their practical and emotional needs.

“Alongside this, we will launch a pilot food programme, a first step towards making sure no parent or carer goes hungry while staying by their child’s side.

“We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to Propel Finance and Finance Connect for their generous support and for helping shine a spotlight on our cause.”

How the industry can get involved

Finance Connect and Propel Finance are encouraging Finance Connect associate and corporate members, conference sponsors and industry partners to support the fundraising by donating raffle prizes.

Contributions could include gift vouchers, technology products, experience days, hampers or branded giveaways, with every donated prize helping to raise more funds for the charity.

Organisations wishing to donate a prize can contact marketingteam@propelfinance.co.uk.

Delegates attending the conference and pre-conference drinks evening will also be able to support the appeal by purchasing raffle tickets, while conference attendees can take part in the basketball challenge.

Watch Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity’s 25th birthday video and discover the impact of its work.

The Finance Connect UK Autumn Conference 2026 takes place on Tuesday 24 November at Kings Place, London, bringing together the Asset Finance, Auto Finance, Equipment Finance, Receivables Finance and Commercial Finance communities.

Find out more about the conference and book your place: https://afcconferenceuk.com/financeconnectautumnconference2026/