In what was an incredible evening of fundraising, an outstanding £195,000 was raised for five charities at the 2026 Midlands Construction Charity Ball.
Held in the Masters Suite at The Belfry on Friday 11 September, the annual event brought together independent and family-owned construction businesses from across the Midlands, alongside suppliers and manufacturers, for a fantastic evening of fundraising, entertainment and celebration.
The remarkable £195,000 total will be split equally between St Giles Hospice, Acorns Children's Hospice, Tabor Living, The Christy Lambe Foundation and The Lighthouse Charity, providing £39,000 to each organisation.
This year's fundraising represents another significant step forward for the event, exceeding the £167,000 raised in 2025 by £28,000 – an increase of almost 17%. The Midlands Construction Charity Ball is jointly organised by Tippers, EH Smith Builders Merchants, M. Lambe Construction, and Friel Homes.
The event is organised alongside the teams' everyday roles and business commitments, ensuring 100% of the money generated through the Ball goes directly to its chosen charities. More than simply a fundraising event, the Ball has become a fantastic celebration of the Midlands construction community and the relationships between independent and family-owned businesses, suppliers and manufacturers.
The organisers have extended a huge thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, donated prizes, and supported the evening. Their generosity was instrumental in achieving this year's record fundraising total. Special thanks also go to the event's Headline Sponsors – FP McCann, Keystone Lintels, Heidelberg Materials, and Wrekin Products.
Time waits for no-one, and plans will now turn towards the 2027 Midlands Construction Charity Ball, with sponsorship opportunities and ticket information available for businesses wishing to get involved. For sponsorship opportunities or ticket information for the 2027 event, please contact Tippers or EH Smith Builders Merchants.
