About the Ball
After four successful years in Leeds, we're excited to launch The Manchester Digital Charity Ball in 2026, bringing together the region's most innovative digital businesses and professionals for an evening of celebration, networking, and charitable giving.
Supporting Digital Inclusion in Manchester
After four successful years in Leeds, where we've raised over £300,000 for digital inclusion projects, we're bringing our proven model to Manchester. The Manchester Digital Charity Ball will create a premier networking and fundraising event that brings together the best of Manchester's digital sector. We shine a spotlight on digital inclusion and digital poverty, addressing the need for equipment, connectivity, and skills in our local community.
Each year, we partner with carefully selected charities to ensure every pound raised makes a meaningful difference. We support community organizations running digital inclusion projects, from one-to-one training and digital champions to tailored programmes for specific communities.
"Digital inclusion should now be
considered a human right and connectivity
as a basic utility"
BOARD MEMBERS
Aishia Ullah - Marketing Partner
Chi-Chi Armstrong - Team Member
Jo Dionysiou - Marketing Partner
Kate Hillier - Team Member
Mike Thacker-Cooke - Team Member
Sandra Patel - Co-Chair
Sandra is CEO of tech and digital recruitment firm Transition Partners. Since founding the company in 2011, she has built a global organisation based on authenticity, innovation, results and integrity. Over her 20 years of experience within the recruitment industry, she has grown a solid network of like-minded individuals, promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the tech landscape, and produced successful podcasts and events. As a business leader and entrepreneur, she is passionate about supporting the local community, driving a positive change, widening access, and improving digital skills to build a more equitable society that promotes aspirational tech leaders of the future and the ecosystem.
LinkedInJane Clynes - Events Manager
Sarah is a digital transformation expert with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. She is passionate about using technology to create positive social impact.
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AMBASSADORS
Rebecca Fox
Jennifer Lockham - Charity Partner
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our incredible sponsors who make this event possible