The first ever Manufacturing Charity Ball, organised by Elevation Recruitment Group in aid of Weston Park Cancer Charity, has raised an incredible £51,464 for cancer patients and their families across the region.
Held on Friday 10th October 2025 at Sheffield’s iconic Cutlers’ Hall, the sold-out black-tie event brought together more than 300 guests representing over 30 leading manufacturing businesses from across Yorkshire and beyond.
The evening featured a drinks reception, three-course dinner, live music, a charity auction, and raffle prizes donated by some of the region’s most recognisable manufacturers. Special guests included the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Safiya Saeed.
Among the attendees were representatives from AML Sheffield, BAE Systems, Cepac, Chesterfield Special Cylinders, CMD, Colson, Cooper Turner Beck, Distinction Doors, ELG Utica Alloys, Forged Solutions Group, Gripple, Harsco, Howco Group, ITP Aero, JELD-WEN UK, Magnomatics, Orchid, OSL Group, Pandrol UK, Special Melted Products, SPI Developments, AMG Chrome, SteelPhalt, Thetford, Nelipak, United Cast Bar and JB Kind Doors.
John Bohan, Director at Elevation Recruitment Group, said:
"We started out aiming for £10,000, then stretched it to £25,000. To end up at over £51,000 says everything about the generosity and spirit of this manufacturing community. The atmosphere on the night was incredible, and everyone involved should feel proud of what’s been achieved."
Emma Clarke, CEO at Weston Park Cancer Charity, added:
"Tonight was a huge success. The room looked beautiful, the atmosphere was friendly and fun, and the amount raised was truly remarkable. John’s passion brought people together to make a difference, and every penny will change and save the lives of local people. This community manufactured something very special tonight – hope."
Chief Executive - Sheffield Chamber of Commerce & Industry
“It was a pleasure to join Special Melted Products at the Weston Park charity ball organised by Elevation. Raising such a significant amount in one evening is a testament to the generosity of Sheffield’s business community, particularly its manufacturers. Weston Park is a cause close to my heart, having cared for both my mum and grandad during their cancer treatment.”
Jeld-Wen:
“We are proud to support Weston Park Cancer Charity for their tireless dedication to helping local families and individuals. Through our sponsorship, we are proud to play a role in ensuring the continued care and support they provide to those in need across our region.”
Distinction Doors Ltd:
"Bringing together the region’s manufacturing community at the Manufacturing Charity Ball drives unity, one of our core values at Distinction Doors. We are proud to support Weston Park Cancer Charity, a wonderful charity who make a difference across many lives who have been impacted by cancer."
Elevation Recruitment Group have already confirmed that plans are underway to make the Manufacturing Charity Ball an annual event, with ideas to expand it further and create ongoing opportunities for manufacturing businesses to connect and collaborate in support of local causes.
For further information or to get involved in next year’s event, please contact: Sarah Wilson – 07934 298 000 – sarahw@elevationrecruitment.com