We are one of the Lord Mayor's & Sheriff's Charities!
We are thrilled that Family Matters York has been chosen by the Lord Mayor of York, Martin Rowley BEM, and the Sheriff of York, Paul Doughty, as one of their three charities for 2025-26.
This year in the spotlight is a huge opportunity to raise our profile around the city and to be part of many fundraising events and activities.
Civic fundraising events
The Big Fundraising Civic Quiz & Dine
With Town Crier, Ben Fry
On Tuesday 2nd September, fundraisers and supporters gathered at The Orchid Vegan Restaurant for an exciting evening of trivia and delicious food.
Sheriff's Assize of Ale
The annual 'Sheriff of York Assize of Ale' event took place on Saturday 20th September. Although the rain was persistent, a hardy core of charity fundraisers, local historians and supporters met to hear the Sheriff's formal declaration followed by visits to several ale houses across the city. The original purpose of this medieval traditional was to taste the city's ale and declare its worthiness. These days it is a wonderful opportunity to raise money for the civic charities.
The Great Piggin' Civic Races
In November, we headed out for an evening of racing like no other! The pigs (don't worry, they were all electronic!) wiggled their way down the course over several races, to much hilarity and delight for those who had picked the winners! Although we did not manage to choose a winning pig, the event raised much-needed funds for our work, so we are thrilled! Thanks to all who organised the event and those who attended.
The Lord Mayor of York's Charity Golf Day
The Charity Golf Day on 24th April at Pike Hills Golf Club was an outstanding success!
Forty teams took to the course and enjoyed a day of golf, tasty food and fine weather! Congratulations to all the teams, especially the winning foursome!
We thoroughly enjoyed being part of this event, supporting alongside the other charity reps. A massive thank you to the organising team who are all superstars!
The Lord Mayor & Sheriff's Gala Dinner
In the evening of 25th April, with York's Town Crier, Ben Fry, leading proceedings, the assembled guests enjoyed a delicious three-course feast at the Merchant Taylors Hall. Wonderful entertainment was provided by the York RI Band, Adrian Salamon and York Dungeon's Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes! After dinner, TV's 'Yorkshire Vet', Peter Wright, delighted diners with stories of his life and work.
This was a fabulous fundraiser and we are enormously grateful to all who made the evening possible and supported it so generously.
