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		<title>Pallets of Hope Campaign Delivers £40,000 Worth of Food and Gifts to Local Families Facing Hardship</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Franklins Solicitors is proud to announce the success of our Pallets of Hope campaign, which has helped bring vital support and festive cheer to families facing hardship across Milton Keynes, Northampton and the surrounding areas this Christmas. Through the generosity of employees, supporters and local businesses, the campaign has funded 20 pallets of food,  [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style="--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;" ><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap" style="max-width:1256.6px;margin-left: calc(-3% / 2 );margin-right: calc(-3% / 2 );"><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column" style="--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.455%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.455%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.455%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.455%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.455%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.455%;"><div class="fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column"><div class="fusion-text fusion-text-1"><p>Franklins Solicitors is proud to announce the success of our Pallets of Hope campaign, which has helped bring vital support and festive cheer to families facing hardship across Milton Keynes, Northampton and the surrounding areas this Christmas.</p>
<p>Through the generosity of employees, supporters and local businesses, the campaign has funded 20 pallets of food, clothing, gifts and essential household items, with a combined retail value of approximately £40,000.</p>
<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Supporting Local Communities Through Partnership</h3>
<p>Working in partnership with His Church Charity, the pallets were distributed to food banks, schools and community centres supporting those most in need.</p>
<p>Beneficiary organisations included:</p>
<ul>
<li>Baby Basics</li>
<li>Foodkind Northampton</li>
<li>MK Foodbank</li>
<li>Restore Northampton</li>
<li>Shenley Community Centre</li>
<li>The Northampton Hope Centre</li>
<li>The Shelter MK</li>
<li>The McCarthy Dixon Foundation</li>
<li>Water Eaton Foodbank</li>
<li>Woodford Halse School Foodbank</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
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<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Community Fundraising Efforts</h3>
<p>Fundraising activities included a Christmas Quiz hosted at Franklins’ Ashton House offices, the Milton Keynes tuck shop initiative, and ongoing donations through MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach.</p>
<p>Special thanks are also extended to Lynn from A Fitter Life, who went above and beyond in raising additional funds to support the campaign, further strengthening the community’s ability to give.</p>
<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Words from Franklins Solicitors</h3>
<p>Andrea Smith of Franklins Solicitors, who spearheaded the campaign, said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“While Christmas is a time when need is more visible, the reality is that many families in our communities struggle all year round. That’s why we are proud not only to lead the Pallets of Hope campaign, but also to provide ongoing support to MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach.</p>
<p>By donating through these organisations, businesses can be confident their money goes further, reaching those who need it most through the incredible work of His Church Charity.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Partner Perspective</h3>
<p data-start="1665" data-end="1737">Richard Humphrey from His Church Charity highlighted the impact of the partnership approach:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">“We are grateful for all the retail and manufacturing partners who trust His Church to redistribute their surplus products to help vulnerable people through first class front-line charities, like the 11 amazing organisations we have supported through Pallets of Hope. This campaign powerfully demonstrates what’s possible when businesses and charities collaborate to make a difference in their communities.”</p>
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<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Voices from Supported Charities</h3>
<p data-start="2761" data-end="2823">Local charities receiving support also praised the initiative.</p>
<p data-start="2827" data-end="2880">A spokesperson from The Northampton Hope Centre said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">“The Pallets of Hope campaign has made a real difference to the people we support. Access to food, clothing and household essentials at this time of year helps relieve immediate pressure and allows us to focus on longer-term support.”</p>
</blockquote>
<p data-start="2439" data-end="2485">Meanwhile, Hannah Forbes from Baby Basics Milton Keynes added:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">“The donated items will directly support families with young children who are already under significant financial strain. We are incredibly grateful to everyone involved for their generosity and compassion.”</p>
</blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">Hollie-Jasmine, Fundraising and Partnerships Officer at YMCA Milton Keynes commented:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">“We were amazed to get a massive pallet of food from Franklins Solicitors through their Fitter Life Pallets of Hope Campaign yesterday. This food will stock our young people’s kitchens this Christmas. Thank you so much for your generous donation.”</p>
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<h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" style="--fontsize: 36; line-height: 1.3;" data-start="2996" data-end="3031" data-fontsize="36" data-lineheight="46.8px">Continuing Community Support</h3>
<p data-start="3771" data-end="4005">Franklins Solicitors would like to thank everyone who donated, fundraised or took part in the campaign, helping to make Christmas brighter for hundreds of local families and supporting sustainable, community-led solutions to hardship.</p>
<p data-start="4009" data-end="4100">To find out more about MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach and set up a donation, visit:</p>
<p data-start="4104" data-end="4171">MK Food Reach: <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/MK-Food-Reach" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="4119" data-end="4171"><b>https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/MK-Food-Reach</b></a></p>
<p data-start="4175" data-end="4248" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Northants Food Reach: <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/NH-Foodreach" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="4197" data-end="4248" data-is-last-node=""><b>https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/NH-Foodreach</b></a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Franklins Solicitors LLP is excited to announce the 12 charities that will be supported in the Franklins £50 Challenge 2026, taking place from 23rd February to 29th May 2026.Charities Selected for the £50 Challenge 2026The selected charities include returning favourites: The Northampton Hope Centre, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, The Lewis Foundation, The Air Ambulance Service, Arthur  [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style="--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;" ><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap" style="max-width:1256.6px;margin-left: calc(-3% / 2 );margin-right: calc(-3% / 2 );"><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column" style="--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.455%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.455%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.455%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.455%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.455%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.455%;"><div class="fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column"><div class="fusion-text fusion-text-2"><p>Franklins Solicitors LLP is excited to announce the 12 charities that will be supported in the Franklins £50 Challenge 2026, taking place from 23rd February to 29th May 2026.</p>
<h3>Charities Selected for the £50 Challenge 2026</h3>
<p data-start="382" data-end="597">The selected charities include returning favourites: The Northampton Hope Centre, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, The Lewis Foundation, The Air Ambulance Service, Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation and Rainbows Hospice.</p>
<p data-start="601" data-end="785">New charity partners joining the challenge for 2026 are: Action 4 Youth, FoodCycle, Spinal Injuries Association, MK Snap, Milton Keynes Community Foundation and Medical Detection Dogs.</p>
<h3>How the Franklins £50 Challenge Works</h3>
<p>The annual challenge sees local businesses and organisations form teams. Each team selects one of the participating charities they wish to support. Franklins provides each team with £50, which they must use creatively to raise as much money as possible for their chosen charity during the three month challenge. This year, the campaign raised nearly £60,000 and the firm hopes to surpass this total in 2026.</p>
<h3>Words from Franklins Solicitors</h3>
<p>Andrea Smith, Partner at Franklins Solicitors and champion of the initiative said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“The £50 Challenge is a brilliant way for local businesses and organisations to get involved in fundraising while supporting the charities that matter most to them. We can’t wait to see the creativity and energy that next year’s teams bring to the campaign.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Charity Partners Share Their Thoughts</h3>
<p data-start="1665" data-end="1737">Charities from previous years are looking forward to seeing the results.</p>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">Nina Gandy, Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser Lead at Cynthia Spencer Hospice said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">“The challenge is a fun and inspiring way to engage local supporters. Watching the teams come up with creative ways to fundraise is always amazing. As a charity it is an honour to have been part of the challenge since the very beginning and we can’t wait to see what 2026 brings!”</p>
</blockquote>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">Rebecca Starmer, Corporate Partnership Fundraiser at Rainbows Hospice said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="1741" data-end="1824">‘I love this campaign. Last year was the first year we’d taken part and we’re thrilled to have been chosen again. It means so much to the young people we support and it’s a great opportunity to raise awareness of the support services we offer.’</p>
</blockquote>
<p data-start="2439" data-end="2485">New charity partners are equally enthusiastic.</p>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">Sallie Stone-Bearne, Fundraiser for the Spinal Injuries Association said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">“Being chosen as a charity partner is an honour. We’re excited to see the innovative ideas teams come up with to raise funds for our cause.”</p>
</blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">Charlotte Richardson, Corporate Partnerships Manager for Medical Detection Dogs said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p data-start="2489" data-end="2562">“We’re thrilled to have been chosen for the campaign – it’s a great platform to raise awareness of our work, develop relationships with local businesses and raise vital funds at the same time.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3 data-start="2996" data-end="3031">Looking Ahead to the 2026 Challenge</h3>
<p data-start="3035" data-end="3264" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The Franklins £50 Challenge, now in its ninth year, continues to support local charities while fostering collaboration and creativity. Businesses interested in forming a team can register their interest via <a class="decorated-link" href="http://www.franklins50.co.uk" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="3242" data-end="3263">www.franklins50.co.uk</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:19:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Charities invited to apply for Franklins £50 Challenge 2026 Franklins Solicitors is calling on local charities to apply to become beneficiaries of the Franklins £50 Challenge 2026. The Franklins £50 Challenge is a well established fundraising campaign that brings together businesses and charities to raise vital funds and awareness across the region. The 2026  [...]</p>
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<p>Franklins Solicitors is calling on local charities to apply to become beneficiaries of the Franklins £50 Challenge 2026.</p>
<p>The Franklins £50 Challenge is a well established fundraising campaign that brings together businesses and charities to raise vital funds and awareness across the region.</p>
<p>The 2026 Challenge will run from 23rd February to 29th May 2026 and will once again support twelve local charities. Charities have until Friday 3 October 2025 to submit their nominations.</p>
<p>The concept is simple. Franklins provides participating businesses with £50 of seed funding, which they are challenged to grow into as much money as possible for their chosen charity over a three month period. From bake sales to skydives, the creativity and enthusiasm of the teams have made the Challenge a community favourite.</p>
<h3>About the Franklins £50 Challenge</h3>
<p>Now in its eighth year, the Challenge has become a much anticipated fundraising campaign in the region, connecting businesses and charities to raise vital funds and awareness under the banner: Start Small, Grow Big. Make a Difference.</p>
<p>In 2025, a record breaking 57 teams raised over £59,000 for twelve charities across Milton Keynes, Northampton and the surrounding areas, making it the most successful year to date.</p>
<h3>Words from Franklins Solicitors</h3>
<p>Andrea Smith, Equity Partner at Franklins Solicitors, said:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“The Franklins £50 Challenge is proof that small beginnings can lead to extraordinary impact. We’re proud to have grown this initiative from supporting just three charities in its first year to twelve today. For 2026, we’re looking forward to partnering with charities that make a real difference to people at every stage of life. It’s a privilege to shine a light on the incredible work being done in our communities.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>How to Apply or Get Involved</h3>
<p data-end="2083" data-start="1982">Charities based in Milton Keynes, Northampton, or the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply <a href="https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/about-us/csr/50-challenge/charities/"><b>here</b></a>.</p>
<p data-start="2087" data-end="2212">Businesses, organisations and individuals can also register to take part in the challenge as a team on <a href="http://www.franklins50.co.uk"><b>www.franklins50.co.uk</b></a>.</p>
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<p>Now in its seventh year, the Franklins £50 Challenge is a unique three-month fundraising campaign that empowers local businesses and community groups to think entrepreneurially and give back. The 2025 Challenge ran from <strong>24th February to 23rd May</strong>, with <strong>57 teams</strong> from across Milton Keynes and Northampton taking part.</p>
<p>Each team was given £50 by Franklins Solicitors and challenged to turn it into as much money as possible through creative fundraising, all in aid of one of the 12 pre-selected local charity partners. Teams were free to choose which of the official charities they wished to support.</p>
<h3>A Celebration of Community and Creativity</h3>
<p>The initiative wrapped up in style on <strong>Thursday 19th June</strong> with an <strong>Awards and Celebration Evening</strong> at the Delta by Marriott Hotel in Northampton, hosted by Franklins Solicitors. Teams were presented with certificates and awards to recognise standout efforts.</p>
<p>A video showcased some of the fundraising highlights, including activities such as afternoon teas, bake sales, a murder mystery evening, a 24-hour bakeathon, book sales, car boot sales, car washes, coffee mornings, head shaves, disco bingo, drawing competitions, table tennis tournaments&nbsp;and even a sky dive – proving just how far £50 can go with a little creativity and passion.</p>
<h3>2025 Award Winners</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Overall Winner:</strong> Parias Construction and Interiors Limited</li>
<li><strong>Runner-up:</strong> Commsave Credit Union</li>
<li><strong>3rd Place:</strong> The Lewis Foundation Coffee Shop (Elgar Centre)</li>
<li><strong>4th Place:</strong> Mixxos Group</li>
<li><strong>5th Place:</strong> John Lewis &amp; Partners</li>
<li><strong>Small Business Superstar:</strong> Love Local Hub</li>
<li><strong>Most Determined:</strong> Sophisticake Creations</li>
<li><strong>Best Example of Teamwork:</strong> Kirkby Diamond</li>
<li><strong>Best Use of Social Media:</strong> The Brady Creative</li>
<li><strong>Best Community Initiative:</strong> The Axe and Square</li>
<li><strong>Most Creative Fundraising Idea:</strong> OneFourSix</li>
<li><strong>Fearless Fundraisers:</strong> Commsave (Kate and Jasmine)</li>
<li><strong>Young Entrepreneurs:</strong> Rainbows Young People Team</li>
</ul>
<h3>Words from Our Leaders and Participants</h3>
<p><strong>Andrea Smith</strong>, Equity Partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP, announced the final fundraising total:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“We are beyond proud of what this campaign has become. The £50 Challenge is about empowering our local community to think big with small beginnings – and this year’s total of nearly £60,000 proves just how powerful that can be. Every penny raised will make a real difference to the lives of people across our region.”</p>
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<p><strong>TV personality Nick Hewer</strong>, who returned to present the awards for a second year, praised the teams’ ingenuity:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“It’s one thing to receive £50&nbsp;but to turn it into thousands through sheer effort, imagination&nbsp;and heart – that’s impressive. This challenge is more than just fundraising; it’s a masterclass in community spirit and creative thinking. I’m proud to be part of it.”</p>
</blockquote>
<p><strong>Marcus Parias</strong> from Parias Construction and Interiors Limited, the 2025 overall winner, shared his reaction:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“Taking part in the Franklins £50 Challenge has been incredibly rewarding. We were determined to go all in – and to walk away as overall winners is the icing on the cake. It brought our team closer, allowed us to give back and reminded us what’s possible when we pull together.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Looking Ahead to 2026</h3>
<p>Franklins Solicitors will open applications this September for charities interested in being selected as a beneficiary for the <strong>Franklins £50 Challenge 2026</strong>.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Franklins £50 Challenge 2025</strong> has officially come to a close, following three months of community spirit, creativity&nbsp;and incredible fundraising efforts from local businesses and organisations across Milton Keynes, Northampton&nbsp;and the surrounding areas.</p>
<p>Running from <strong>24th February to 23rd May</strong>, this year’s challenge saw a record <strong>56 teams</strong> take part – the highest number since the initiative began. Each team was handed £50 by Franklins Solicitors LLP and tasked with turning it into as much money as possible for one of 12 local charity partners, all while keeping their ideas safe, legal&nbsp;and as imaginative as they dared.</p>
<h3>2025 Charity Beneficiaries</h3>
<ul>
<li>The Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation</li>
<li>Al’s Pals</li>
<li>Willen Hospice</li>
<li>The Lewis Foundation</li>
<li>Cynthia Spencer Hospice</li>
<li>The Air Ambulance Service</li>
<li>Rainbows Hospice</li>
<li>Shay’s Smiles</li>
<li>Milton Keynes University Hospital</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
<li>Age UK Milton Keynes</li>
<li>The Northampton Hope Centre</li>
</ul>
<h3>Creativity and Community in Action</h3>
<p>Participants pulled out all the stops with an extraordinary range of fundraising ideas, including midnight bakeathons, samosa making, disco bingo, head shaving, tombolas, art sales, skydiving, football tournaments&nbsp;and murder mystery nights. The creativity, community spirit&nbsp;and generosity displayed was inspiring.</p>
<h3>Celebrating Success</h3>
<p>The total amount raised – expected to be a record – will be unveiled at a special celebration event on <strong>19th June</strong> at the <strong>Delta by Marriott Hotel</strong> in Northampton, where teams and charity partners will come together to celebrate their collective achievements.</p>
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<p><strong>Rosanna Stimson</strong>, Head of Marketing at Franklins Solicitors LLP, said:</p>
<p>“The Franklins £50 Challenge is a highlight of our year and we are blown away by the innovation and passion that our teams have shown in 2025. Watching our local community come together with such enthusiasm and creativity for such a broad range of fantastic causes is truly inspiring. We’re proud to play a small part in empowering these efforts and are incredibly excited to reveal the final fundraising total next month.”</p>
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<h3>Looking to the Future</h3>
<p>Now in its seventh year, the Franklins £50 Challenge continues to grow in popularity and impact, championing grassroots fundraising and shining a spotlight on the incredible work being done by local charities.</p>
<p>Charities who would like to become beneficiaries for next year’s campaign will be invited to submit their applications for consideration in <strong>September 2025</strong>.</p>
<h3>Photo Highlight</h3>
<p><em>Photos: The Mixxos Recruitment team organised a charity football match to support the YMCA, raising over £3,000.</em></p>
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<p><strong>Franklins Solicitors LLP</strong> has joined forces with <strong>His Church Charity</strong> to deliver more than <strong>2,500 Easter eggs</strong>, along with essential food items, to charities and food banks across Milton Keynes and Northampton.</p>
<p>This seasonal effort is part of the ongoing <strong>MK Food Reach</strong> and <strong>Northants Food Reach</strong> campaigns—initiatives launched by Franklins and His Church to help combat food poverty. The campaigns invite local businesses to donate to His Church, which then uses the funds to supply and distribute pallets of food and goods to those in need throughout the region.</p>
<h3>Easter Beneficiaries</h3>
<p>Among the beneficiaries this Easter were:</p>
<ul>
<li>Milton Keynes University Hospital Charity</li>
<li>Milton Keynes Food Bank</li>
<li>Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity</li>
<li>Baby Basics</li>
<li>Three Pillars Feeding Shelter</li>
<li>Brackley Community Larder</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
<li>Hope Centre Northampton</li>
</ul>
<h3>Words of Thanks from the Community</h3>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Louisa Hobbs</strong>, Operations Manager at Milton Keynes Food Bank, said:</p>
<p>“Thank you so much to Franklins Solicitors for supporting MK Food Bank through its MK Food Reach initiative. We were absolutely delighted to receive a pallet of wonderful Lindt Easter eggs&nbsp;and a pallet of groceries from His Church this week. The delivery means that we can put an Easter egg in every single food parcel we distribute this week. The pallet of groceries has come at a great time as food stocks are running low and will go to immediate use supporting families and individuals over Easter and beyond.”</p>
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Hannah Forbes</strong>, Project Manager at Baby Basics, commented:</p>
<p>“We are incredibly grateful to Franklins for their generous sponsorship of a pallet of chocolate eggs. Thanks to their support, we’re able to bring a little extra joy to the families we support by including chocolate eggs in our Easter packages. Donations like this make a real difference&nbsp;and we truly appreciate their kindness and commitment to helping local families in need.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Franklins&#8217; Continued Commitment</h3>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Andrea Smith</strong>, Equity Partner at Franklins Solicitors, explained:</p>
<p>“Since starting the MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach campaigns three years ago, Franklins has been making monthly contributions to help fund pallets of food and essential items for local food banks. This Easter, we wanted to extend that support to some of the incredible local charities we work with and bring some seasonal joy to families and individuals who might be struggling.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Impact Through Partnership</h3>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Christine Wyld</strong> from His Church Charity added:</p>
<p>“We’re delighted to partner with Franklins on the Food Reach campaigns. His Church partners with an extensive portfolio of retailers and manufacturers, by providing bespoke, charitable redistribution solutions for residual stock. We are delighted that our partnership has meant that so many charities and individuals have benefitted from our relationship and that these Easter Eggs have been a great blessing.”</p>
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<h3>Support the MK Food Reach Campaign</h3>
<p>To support the MK Food Reach campaign and help make a difference in your community, <a href="#">click here to donate</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 08:08:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The <strong>Franklins £50 Challenge</strong> is off to a promising start, with the halfway point now reached in this year’s campaign. Teams across Milton Keynes, Northampton&nbsp;and the surrounding areas have already raised nearly <strong>£17,000</strong> (excluding Gift Aid) for 12 local charities, with an ambitious target of <strong>£50,000</strong> to be reached by the end of the campaign.</p>
<h3>How It Works</h3>
<p>The £50 Challenge sees teams from local businesses receive <strong>£50 seed funding</strong> from Franklins Solicitors LLP, with three months to turn that amount into as much money as possible for their chosen charity. The 12 charity partners for 2025 are:</p>
<ul>
<li>The Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation</li>
<li>Al’s Pals</li>
<li>Willen Hospice</li>
<li>The Lewis Foundation</li>
<li>Cynthia Spencer Hospice</li>
<li>The Air Ambulance Service</li>
<li>Rainbows Hospice</li>
<li>Shay’s Smiles</li>
<li>Milton Keynes University Hospital</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
<li>Age UK Milton Keynes</li>
<li>The Northampton Hope Centre</li>
</ul>
<h3>Fundraising Highlights So Far</h3>
<p>Since the challenge kicked off in February, <strong>60 teams</strong> have been getting creative with their fundraising. Activities so far have included:</p>
<ul>
<li>Disco bingo nights</li>
<li>Raffles</li>
<li>Head shaving and waxing</li>
<li>Samosa making</li>
<li>Sponsored silence</li>
<li>Bake sales and car boot sales</li>
<li>Quizzes</li>
<li>Table tennis tournaments</li>
</ul>
<p>The total raised is expected to rise significantly before the campaign closes on <strong>May 23rd</strong>. Coming up in the second half of the challenge are more exciting events, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Football tournaments</li>
<li>Marathon running</li>
<li>The Three Peaks Challenge</li>
<li>Skydiving</li>
</ul>
<h3>Participant Spotlight</h3>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Jacob Holmes</strong> from Kirkby Diamond, who shaved his head to raise money for The Air Ambulance Service, shared:</p>
<p>“Kirkby Diamond has had such a great time partaking in the Franklins £50 Challenge. The shaving and waxing was definitely a memorable moment for us all&nbsp;and it’s been amazing to see how passionate everyone is about raising money for these incredible local causes. Kirkby Diamond is proud to be part of something that’s making such a difference to the community.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Looking Ahead</h3>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Andrea Smith</strong>, Equity Partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP, expressed:</p>
<p>“We’re incredibly proud of the dedication and creativity demonstrated by the teams involved in the Franklins £50 Challenge. To have already raised nearly £17,000 at the halfway point is an outstanding achievement&nbsp;and we know there’s much more to come. We’re looking forward to seeing what the remaining weeks bring as more events and activities take place to support these wonderful local charities.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Learn More</h3>
<p>The Franklins £50 Challenge aims to raise at least £50,000 by the end of May. To learn more about the campaign or to get involved, visit <a href="https://www.franklins50.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.franklins50.co.uk</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:59:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>A record number of <strong>60 teams</strong> have signed up to take part in the <strong>Franklins £50 Challenge</strong> to raise money for <strong>12 local charities</strong> across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.</p>
<p>The <em>Apprentice-style</em> challenge sees each team receive £50 in seed funding from the organisers – leading legal firm <strong>Franklins Solicitors LLP</strong>. The 2025 challenge began on <strong>Monday 24 February</strong> and runs until <strong>Friday 23 May</strong>, giving participants three months to creatively turn their £50 into as much money as possible for their chosen charity.</p>
<p>This year’s teams come from a broad range of sectors and backgrounds – from sole traders like <strong>Mindy Robinson</strong> of SophistiCake Creations in Northampton, to large corporate teams from the likes of <strong>John Lewis &amp; Partners</strong>. Participants represent industries such as accountancy, law, agriculture, recruitment, training, hospitality, catering, manufacturing, marketing, insurance&nbsp;and more.</p>
<h3>A Tradition of Creativity and Impact</h3>
<p>In previous years, fundraising efforts have included bake sales, raffles, retro movie nights, stone-baked pizza lunches, 12-hour bike rides, football tournaments, lawn mowing services&nbsp;and other inventive ideas – all geared toward making a meaningful difference in the community.</p>
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<p><strong>Andrea Smith</strong>, Partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP, said:</p>
<p>“It is inspiring to see so many teams deciding to sign up and the variety of organisations they are from, all with the same aim of bringing help and hope to local communities within Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. With a record 12 charities set to benefit from the 2025 challenge, we are looking forward to seeing the creative ways the teams turn £50 into substantial funds which can really make a difference.”</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>Charities Benefiting from the 2025 Challenge</h3>
<ul>
<li>Cynthia Spencer Hospice</li>
<li>Northampton Hope Centre</li>
<li>The Lewis Foundation</li>
<li>Willen Hospice</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
<li>Shay’s Smiles</li>
<li>Milton Keynes Hospital Charity</li>
<li>Age UK Milton Keynes</li>
<li>The Air Ambulance Service</li>
<li>Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation</li>
<li>Al’s Pals</li>
<li>Rainbows Hospice</li>
</ul>
<p>To learn more about the challenge, visit the official website: <a href="https://www.franklins50.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.franklins50.co.uk</a>.</p>
<p>Follow the campaign’s journey and fundraising highlights on social media:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/FranklinsSolicitorsLLP" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook: Franklins Solicitors LLP</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/franklinssols" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@franklinssols on Instagram</a></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Star of The Apprentice and Countdown, Nick Hewer</strong>, has shown his support for the <strong>Franklins £50 Challenge</strong> for the second year running by appearing in a new social media video to help launch this year’s campaign.</p>
<p>The launch video features Nick Hewer, former right-hand man to Lord Sugar, encouraging local teams to sign up for the <em>Apprentice-style</em> challenge, organised by leading law firm <strong>Franklins Solicitors LLP</strong>. The challenge provides teams across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes with £50 in seed funding and gives them three months to turn that £50 into as much money as possible for their chosen charity.</p>
<h3>12 Charities Set to Benefit in 2025</h3>
<p>This year’s campaign supports a record number of <strong>12 charities</strong>, with a strong focus on delivering <em>local help and hope to every generation</em>. The selected charities are:</p>
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<li>Cynthia Spencer Hospice</li>
<li>Northampton Hope Centre</li>
<li>The Lewis Foundation</li>
<li>Willen Hospice</li>
<li>YMCA</li>
<li>Shay’s Smiles</li>
<li>Milton Keynes Hospital Charity</li>
<li>Age UK Milton Keynes</li>
<li>The Air Ambulance Service</li>
<li>Arthur Ellis Mental Health Support</li>
<li>Headway Milton Keynes</li>
<li>Rainbows Hospice</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Andrea Smith</strong>, Partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP, commented:</p>
<p>“Last year’s campaign was a record-breaking year with more than £35,000 raised for eight local charities. This year, with a record 12 charities set to benefit, we’re hoping we can raise even more money and really make a difference by bringing help and hope to as many people as possible across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.”</p>
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<p><strong>Nick Hewer</strong> said:</p>
<p>“I first became involved in the Franklins £50 Challenge last year and I’m delighted to lend my support again this year as it’s such a brilliant initiative to spur people on to fundraise and ignite entrepreneurial thinking and flair. I’m looking forward to discovering the creative ways teams choose to turn one £50 note into hundreds, or hopefully thousands of pounds to benefit the charities that help so many people in our local communities.”</p>
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<h3>A Proven Format with Impact</h3>
<p>Last year’s participants raised money through a wide variety of fundraising activities including bake sales, raffles, retro movie nights, pizza lunches, 12-hour bike rides, football tournaments&nbsp;and even lawn mowing services. The creativity and community spirit behind each fundraiser continues to drive the challenge&#8217;s success and growing popularity.</p>
<h3>How to Get Involved</h3>
<p>The Franklins £50 Challenge 2025 runs from <strong>Monday 24 February to Friday 23 May</strong>. Teams can sign up or learn more at <a href="https://www.franklins50.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.franklins50.co.uk</a>.</p>
<p>For media enquiries or interview requests, please contact:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Rosanna Stimson</strong>, Marketing Manager at Franklins Solicitors LLP</li>
<li>Phone: <a href="tel:+441908660966">01908 660966</a></li>
<li>Email: <a href="mailto:rosanna.stimson@franklins-sols.co.uk">rosanna.stimson@franklins-sols.co.uk</a></li>
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<p>On 5th December, Franklins Solicitors LLP marked an exciting new chapter with the grand opening of our flagship office at Ashton House, Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes. The event brought together over 80 clients and stakeholders for a festive celebration, showcasing the firm’s commitment to innovation and excellence.</p>
<p>The evening featured guided tours of the state-of-the-art office on the third floor, which boasts cutting-edge technology and a range of modern spaces designed for meetings and collaboration. The festive celebration, held in the lobby of Ashton House, included drinks, canapés&nbsp;and a close-up magician, who kept guests entertained throughout the event.</p>
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<p><strong>Simon Long</strong>, Managing Partner, expressed gratitude to guests for their support and reflected on the significance of the move, following over 40 years at the firm’s previous location at Silbury Court. He also expressed thanks to Mango Interiors Group Ltd and iOTA – Commercial Design and Furniture for doing an amazing job with the office design and fit-out and to Bray Fox Smith who managed the lease negotiations.</p>
<p>Speaking about the event, Simon said:</p>
<p>“We are absolutely delighted with our new office at Ashton House and proud to show our guests around the new space. This represents an exciting new chapter for Franklins, one that reflects our growth and our ongoing commitment to providing outstanding legal services. The modern design and prime location make it the ideal setting for us to continue building strong relationships with our clients and to continue growing our talented team.”</p>
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<p>About the offices, Equity Partner, <strong>Lee Holmes</strong> said:</p>
<p>“A lot of time and thought has gone into the layout and design of the office to optimise the space and the needs of different departments within the Firm and to create an environment where staff can collaborate, ensuring a strong team morale and excellent client service.”</p>
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<h4>Asking employees their thoughts on the new office:</h4>
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<p>“As an employment lawyer I am on a lot of Teams calls and the seamless integration of technology is game changing. The meeting rooms also offer a bright, welcoming space to meet clients.” – <strong>Sara Marshall</strong>, Employment Partner</p>
<p>“The new space demonstrates the care and consideration that the Partners have put into the office, so many small details have been thought about.” – <strong>Mandip Bhachu</strong>, Family Lawyer</p>
<p>“I have been with the Firm nearly 20 years and we have never had everyone in the MK office on one floor, it has been fantastic to be able to see and to get know more of my colleagues.” – <strong>Chris Buck</strong>, Insolvency &amp; Commercial Partner</p>
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<p><strong>Michaela Randall</strong> from Ad Valorem, a guest at the event said of the new office:</p>
<p>“Stepping into this new Franklins Solicitors’ new office is like entering a space where expertise meets integrity. Every detail, from the welcoming atmosphere to the professional service, reflects a commitment to serving clients with precision and care. Their new premium space is softened with considered detail such as a well-being room and sporting memorabilia ‘Go MK Lightning!”</p>
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<p><strong>Rosanna Stimson</strong>, Head of Marketing, also spoke about the Franklins £50 Challenge 2025, an annual corporate fundraising campaign supporting 12 local charities. She shared the Firm’s hopes for raising at least £50,000 for 2025 and signing up at least 60 teams. Further information about the £50 Challenge can be found here.</p>
<p>We are excited to continue building on our solid foundations as we move into 2025 and beyond.</p>
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