In the build up to 2018/19 and 2019/20 seasons, AFC Unity’s search for sponsors was simplified: it was decided that instead of seeking a single sponsor who would have to meet the target we had set, we would instead open up the opportunity to be chosen as a key sponsor via a raffle: local businesses began buying tickets at £25 each in order to contribute to AFC Unity, in addition to being in with a chance of being drawn as a major sponsor in the draw on July 4th, 2018!
Listed below are the parties who entered the sponsorship raffle draw and as a result automatically became a sponsor of AFC Unity between 2018 and 2020. We would like to thank them for their support and ask you to go and support them in return!
EYEYE are an opticians with ethical spectacles, a local lab, contact lenses & eyewear for all sport. Visit their website at www.eyeyesheffield.co.uk
Converted Land Rover Mobile Coffee Van selling quality coffee almost anywhere. Visit their website at www.thebeanrover.co.uk
Welfare Rights Worker for Sheffield and the surrounding area who took early retirement from a council Welfare Rights Service after feeling they forgot their original purpose. Represents people at PIP and ESA appeals on a NO WIN NO FEE basis. Visit his website at www.cfconnolly.net
Campbell’s Flowers is a multi award-winning florist, specialising in beautiful, seasonal floristry inspired by nature. They’re incurable romantics and are incredibly passionate about providing highly creative, artisan design; carefully crafted to perfectly suit every occasion. Visit their website at www.campbellsflowers.co.uk
Claremont Private Hospital, Sheffield encompasses most medical specialties as well as diagnostic imaging, Physiotherapy and Pharmacy. They have over 230+ highly experienced NHS consultants practising privately supported by over 200 dedicated hospital staff. They work hard to protect their reputation for excellence and see on average 38,000 patients a year providing all manner of healthcare services. They are recognised by all private health insurers and their self-funding prices are very competitive. In August 2017, Claremont was awarded an overall rating of ‘OUTSTANDING’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Visit their website at www.claremont-hospital.co.uk
Vegan organic handmade bagels. Tower of bagel brings traditional Jewish baking to life. Visit their website at www.thetowerofbagel.co.uk
E.D.E.N Film Productions are a social enterprise based in Sheffield. They believe in Equality, Diversity, Education and Nurture. They run film making workshops specifically for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) community. They create campaign films, raising awareness of the issues closest to their hearts, those concerning LGBT+ people. E.D.E.N also create high-quality video content for different businesses, projects and people including filming events, short films, feature films and promotional videos. Visit their website at www.edenfilm.co.uk
Now Then is a free, independent magazine covering art, culture and politics. Each issue is built around a submission from a different featured artist and the articles, reviews and interviews are written by Sheffield people. Now Then is all about reflecting the creative, cultural and political output of the city, and providing a platform for discussion and debate. Everyone is invited to get involved. Visit their website at nowthenmagazine.com
Good Taste – the Sheffield Fair Trade Shop, established in March 2015, is a not for profit, independent shop selling fair trade, ethical and sustainable handicrafts, gifts, greetings cards, homeware, jewellery, accessories, toys, chocolate and food to local customers. In addition, they donate their profits and publicise the work of TASTE (www.taste.org.uk), a local charity providing safe, clean water and sanitation to remote villages in Nigeria. They can be found at 195, Whitham Road, Broomhill, Sheffield S10 2SN, tel:0114 4381428 Visit their website at www.goodtaste.org.uk
The Blue Moon Cafe is proud to be one of the longest serving vegetarian/vegan cafes in Sheffield, producing quality food in their iconic building with its beautiful lantern roof. Visit their website at www.bluemooncafesheffield.com
Katie Bell Physiotherapy & Wellness is the leading Physiotherapy & wellness centre in Sheffield. Working with people injured, in pain, unfit, and inflexible to help them move better, feel better and live better. A team of 31 experts in Physiotherapy, Massage, Womens Health Physio, Pilates, Yoga, Nutrition, & Holistic Therapies. Visit their website at katiebellphysio.com
Bala Sport want to change the game through producing Fairtrade certified footballs. The Glasgow based co-operative was set up to ensure workers in the sports ball factories and stitching centres in Pakistan who make Bala Sport balls are paid fairly, work in safe conditions, have access to union representation and receive an extra Fairtrade Premium for investment in crucial social development projects. Visit their website at www.balasport.co.uk
The TUC in Yorkshire & the Humber represents over six hundred thousand working people. They work closely with their affiliated unions to make sure the voice of working people is heard by business, government, in local communities, and across civil society. Visit their website at www.tuc.org.uk/yorkshire-and-the-humber
Gibson driving school provide lessons tailored to the individual’s needs, from beginners to full licence holders requiring refresher training. They aim to provide a client centred learning environment putting you first. Driving lessons to fit your schedule, home to work, work to home. College pick up drop off available. DVSA qualified instructor. Visit their website at www.gibsondrivingschool.com
Taylor & Emmet LLP is one of the leading and most successful law firms in the South Yorkshire region, a position it has held for nearly 150 years. This success has been achieved by delivering the highest quality legal advice to both individuals and business clients, many of whom have remained with the firm for generations. Visit their website at www.tayloremmet.co.uk
Sheffield based indie book publishing, ghost-writing, and copy-editing. Books that are a bit different. Visit their website at www.1889books.co.uk
Max Bell is a keen football fan and campaigner; and has admired AFC Unity’s work since his time living, working and studying in Sheffield. In a personal capacity – he successfully lobbied Humberside Police for a high-profile apology and change of practice after controversial treatment of local football fans. He also ran an innovative and grassroots campaign to ‘Save Our Steel’ back in 2016, using the town football club’s shared social capital to help save Scunthorpe’s steel industry. As such, he is a keen believer in the power of football to transform communities and achieve social justice. He is currently based in London, and is a Campaigns Officer for a disability charity. NOTE: Max Bell has nominated a cause to sponsor!
Information to follow. Visit their website at www.alanlamb.com
WOMP is an artist led contemporary arts space for emerging artists in Sheffield.
Gareth Slater has sponsored AFC Unity on behalf of Sheffield Flourish! Rooted in Sheffield and owned by the community, Sheffield Flourish aim to involve people who live with mental health conditions in everything they do. They help people to share their stories by publishing them on their website, and they deliver an information website called the Sheffield Mental Health Guide. Visit their website at sheffieldflourish.co.uk
Otto’s is both a restaurant and a private function room situated in the heart of Sharrow Vale. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and nut free options are always available. Fridays and Saturdays the restaurant has background live piano music with full bar service but you can still bring your wine midweek for a small corkage charge. Upstairs bring your wine and beer (corkage applies). They can cater occasions from meetings to weddings. Usual open times are Tuesdays to Saturdays from 5pm but other times and days are available by arrangement. Visit their website at www.ottosrestaurant.co.uk
Harland Works is a former cutlery works on John Street Sheffield which now offers works and studio space for over 20 independent Sheffield businesses. From yoga to architecture, pottery to digital animation, bow and violin making to tattoos, antiques fairs to patisserie , furniture making to theatre production, artists to sign makers … they’re home to an A to Z of Sheffield businesses! Would you like to find out about moving your business there? They have a unit available this summer – contact them for info: info@harlandworks.co .uk Visit their website at www.harlandworks.co.uk
Marc Duffy has sponsored AFC Unity on behalf of Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity! The Children’s Hospital Charity’s role is to provide over and above the standard NHS provision, making Sheffield Children’s Hospital even better. Your donations buy life-saving equipment, fund vital research and treatment for thousands of children from across the world, creating a comfortable, engaging environment for our patients. Visit their website at www.tchc.org.uk
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