Every year, My Sisters Place supports more than 5,500 individuals and their children to live free from violence and abuse. Through our free, accessible services, we provide safety, advocacy, education, and the chance to rebuild lives with dignity, justice, and hope. This work not only saves lives today but also shapes safer, healthier futures for the children who experience violence in their homes.
It costs £28,654 a week to run our service and we rely on donations and sponsorship.
We can’t thank our supporters enough for what they do. There are lots of ways you can get involved in supporting My Sisters Place, whether you’re a local business, individual, school or community group, find out how you can show your support below.
Thank you for considering supporting My Sisters Place. With your help, we can continue to protect lives, restore hope, and break cycles of abuse for future generations.
Your donation helps us continue to deliver these vital services. Every contribution goes directly towards ensuring survivors and their children have a safe place to turn, access to justice, and the support that empowers them to heal and thrive. By choosing to give, you are standing with us against violence and investing in lasting social change.
If you are a UK taxpayer, you can make your gift go even further by adding Gift Aid. This allows us to claim an additional 25p from the government for every £1 you donate—at no extra cost to you.
Online donations are a simple and impactful way to support our work, whether you choose to give a one-off gift or set up a regular monthly donation. Every contribution, no matter the size or frequency, helps us continue our mission and reach more people in need.
A single gift can make an immediate difference, while ongoing monthly support gives us the strength to act now and the security to plan for the future, ensuring survivors can always find the safety and support they deserve. A regular gift is more than a donation — it’s an investment in a safer future. Your ongoing generosity means we can offer consistent, life-changing support for every survivor who reaches out, today and for years to come.
If you would prefer to make a donation in cash or by cheque, you can bring it to our office located at 123 Borough Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 3AN. Cheques can be posted to this address but please do not send cash in the post!
By leaving a gift in your will to My Sisters Place, you will help survivors of domestic abuse to be safe and rebuild their lives free from fear.
There are several ways you can leave a gift in your will:
Leave a gift by donating all or a specific portion of the remainder of your estate once all other bequests have been made and debts have been cleared. For example: I give 10% of the residue of my estate to My Sisters Place (123, Borough Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 3AN, Registered Charity Number 1137319) to be applied by My Sisters Place for its charitable purposes.
Donating a fixed amount of money. For example: I give £5,000 to My Sisters Place (123, Borough Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 3AN, Registered Charity Number 1137319) to be applied by Cambridge Women’s Aid for its charitable purposes.
Donate a named item in your will. It is important to describe the item as accurately as possible to avoid any confusion. For example: I leave my diamond engagement ring to My Sisters Place (123, Borough Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 3AN, Registered Charity Number 1137319).
Donate a gift dependent upon the occurrence of an event which may or may not happen, such as in the event of other named beneficiaries dying before you. For example: In the event that my beneficiary, (insert name), should die before me, I leave my home, (insert address) to My Sisters Place (123, Borough Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 3AN, Registered Charity Number 1137319)to be applied by Cambridge Women’s Aid for its charitable purposes.
It’s important for everyone to keep an up-to-date will so that their wishes are acted upon. Here are some points to remember when making your will:
Making a list of your assets and liabilities will give you a good idea of the value of your estate.
This will help to ensure that you follow all legal formalities and create a valid will. You can find a solicitor in your area through the Law Society at www.lawsociety.org.uk or by calling 020 7242 1222.
Make a list of people, charities and organisations you would like to remember.
These are the people named in your will who will carry out your wishes.
Review your will whenever there are major changes in your personal, financial and family circumstances.
Leave your original, signed will with your solicitor or legal adviser – this is the only legally binding version. Keep a copy yourself, and make sure your executors know where to find it.
If you would like to add a gift to My Sisters Place to an existing will, you can do so easily by using a codicil. A codicil is a supplement that allows additions or changes to be made to a will. Please consult a professional when making a codicil. You can find a solicitor in your area through the Law Society or by calling 020 7242 1222.
Notifying us of your gift will enable us to thank you and keep you updated on our work. Please email us on fundraising@mysistersplace.co.uk
For information on making or updating a will please visit www.adviceguide.org.uk or www.direct.gov.uk.
Everyday ways to give make supporting our charity simple and convenient, fitting seamlessly into your daily life. You can raise funds effortlessly through platforms like Easy Fundraising and Give as You Live, where your online shopping turns into donations for our charity at no extra cost to you.
Nectar points or other rewards can also be donated, multiplying the impact of your everyday spending—donate your Nectar points here.
Please see a more detailed fundraising pack to help you on your way.
We can only continue to provide our services free to those in need thanks to people like you. All your fundraising efforts are greatly appreciated.
There’s lots of different ways to fundraise for My Sisters Place, whether you take on a personal challenge, get involved in one of our events, organise a community event, or hold a fundraiser at work in school or as part of a club, your efforts will have a direct impact.
Whatever you decide to do for My Sisters Place, we will support you in any way we can.
If you are not sure what you want to do or just need some extra inspiration please take a look at our A-Z of fundraising ideas.
Your workplace can play an important role in supporting survivors and provides a powerful way for colleagues to come together for a shared goal whilst boosting team spirit and morale. From team challenges and in-office/store collections to hosting charity events and competitions, there are many ways businesses can get involved. Our workplace fundraising pack downloadable pdf – still to be designed) includes ideas to get your colleagues motivated, along with information on payroll giving and match funding.
No matter the size of your school or the scale of your event, your fundraising will create lasting change—and we’d love to be part of the journey with you.
For more ideas, please see our schools fundraising pack.
Young people have an incredible ability to make a difference, and schools and colleges play a vital role in supporting our work. From sponsored challenges to creative fundraising events, students bring energy, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas that help transform lives.
Getting involved not only raises vital funds, it also inspires young people to develop teamwork, leadership, and a strong sense of community. Whether it’s a non-uniform day, a bake sale, a sponsored walk, or a whole-school campaign, every effort makes a real impact and helps us continue our mission.
We can provide resources, guidance, and support to make fundraising easy and rewarding for teachers, parents, and students. By working together, schools and colleges can help spread awareness, build compassion, and show young people the power they have to change the world.
Partnering with us is more than just a charitable contribution—it’s a chance to create meaningful impact while engaging your employees, customers, and community. By supporting our work, your business can play a direct role in transforming lives and helping us deliver vital projects where they are needed most.
We offer a range of opportunities to get involved, from sponsorships and workplace fundraising to strategic partnerships and cause-related marketing. Collaborating with us not only makes a difference to those we support, it also helps strengthen your company’s social responsibility profile, build team spirit, and inspire loyalty among your stakeholders.
Whether you’re a small local business or a national organisation, we’ll work with you to develop a partnership that reflects your values and creates lasting impact. Together, we can achieve so much more.
Not everyone can donate or fundraise, but everyone can make a difference by raising their voice. Sharing our story will help us reach more people, inspire action, and create real change for those affected by domestic abuse.
Campaigning with us is about standing together—raising awareness of the realities of domestic abuse, challenging harmful myths, and misconceptions and encouraging others to get involved. Every social media post, every conversation, and every share helps shine a light on the issue and ensures survivors’ voices are heard.
Whether you post about us online, invite us to speak at your school, workplace, or community group, or simply talk to friends and family about why support for domestic abuse services matters, you’re helping to grow a movement for safety and change.
We’ll provide the tools, resources, and stories you need to spread the word—because together, our voices are stronger, louder, and more powerful in building a society where everyone can live free from fear and violence.
Double your impact for women and girls
October marks National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month — a time to come together, raise our voices, and take action.
From 8th–15th October, you have the chance to make twice the impact through our Women and Girls Match Fund. Every pound you donate or fundraise will be doubled, helping us provide even more vital support for women and girls affected by domestic abuse.
We’re calling on businesses, community groups, and individuals to stand with us. Whether through fundraising, a team challenge, or a one-off donation, your support during this week can change lives.
Together, we can create safer, brighter futures. Will you join us?
Join us in making a difference by supporting My Sisters Place through the Middlesbrough Lottery! It’s a fantastic way to help survivors of domestic abuse and their children while also giving yourself a chance to win great prizes – including a jackpot of up to £25,000!
Every £1 ticket purchased, 60p goes directly to worthy causes in Middlesbrough. By choosing to support My Sisters Place, you’ll be helping fund our vital work to provide lifesaving support.
Support Local Impact: When you play the Middlesbrough Lottery in support of My Sisters Place, your ticket goes toward life-changing services for adults and children aged 4 plus in Middlesbrough.
Weekly Prizes: Not only do you get to make a difference, but you also have the chance to win weekly cash prizes, with a top prize of £25,000! Plus, there are special prize draws with fantastic rewards.
Easy and Direct Support: By selecting My Sisters Place as your chosen charity, you’re directly contributing to our mission of providing high quality, innovative, end-to-end services which enable individuals and families to move from surviving to thriving.
Playing the Middlesbrough Lottery is simple, for more information visit the Middlesbrough Lottery website
To support My Sisters Place you can go directly to our page here. Each ticket you buy helps us continue our work and allows you to be part of something special in your community.
Philanthropy has the power to create lasting change. By choosing to invest in our work, you are helping to build a safer, brighter future for those affected by domestic abuse. Your generosity ensures we can provide life-changing support today, while also working to break the cycle of abuse for generations to come.
Major gifts and philanthropic partnerships give us the freedom to think long term—to develop innovative services, expand our reach, and respond quickly when urgent needs arise. With your support, we can offer safety, guidance, and hope to survivors, while campaigning for a society where everyone has the right to live free from fear.
As a philanthropic partner, you will be part of meaningful change. We’ll work closely with you to align your giving with the areas of our work you are most passionate about, keeping you informed of the impact your generosity makes along the way.
Together, we can create real, sustainable change—and your philanthropy can be the driving force behind it.
