16,500 Reasons: How the North Leeds Charity Beer Festival 2025 Funds Were Used

Discover how the Rotary Club of Roundhay distributed £16,500 from the 2025 festival to support local, national, and international charities.

One of the most important parts of the North Leeds Charity Beer & Music Festival happened long after the last pint had been poured and the music faded—the moment when the funds raised were put to work for meaningful impact.

The 2025 festival was a tremendous success, raising an impressive £16,500 thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, volunteered, or sponsored the event. These funds were used by The Rotary Club of Roundhay to support a wide range of charitable causes at local, national, and international levels.

Supporting Our Local Community

A significant portion of the funds stayed within Leeds, helping to strengthen and support local initiatives. Donations went to organisations including Health for All, Leeds Dads, Martin House Children’s Hospice, St George’s Crypt, CATCH, Cottingley Community Centre, and Prickly Edge Hedgehog Rescue.

These contributions supported a diverse range of projects, from youth activities and educational programmes to community facilities and services for vulnerable members of society. By focusing on the local community, the festival ensured that the impact of every ticket sold was felt throughout Leeds and the surrounding areas.

Making a National Impact

The festival’s reach extended beyond the city. Part of the funds supported charities operating across the UK, including the Stroke Association, Cash for Kids, and the Jordan Sinnott Foundation. These donations contributed to health initiatives, youth opportunities, and programmes that tackled social challenges on a national scale.

Supporting Global Projects

True to the Rotary mission of “Service Above Self,” a portion of the festival’s funds was directed toward international projects. Donations from 2025 contributed to Jaipur Limb in India, providing prosthetic limbs through specialist camps, Frank Water, delivering clean water and sanitation projects, and Sightsavers, funding sight-restoring operations worldwide.

Additional support went to the Mercury Phoenix Trust, which raises awareness and educates about HIV/AIDS, and the Valerie Taylor Trust, supporting training and development programmes in Bangladesh.

A Collective Effort

The festival was organised entirely by volunteers from the Rotary Club of Roundhay, whose dedication ensured that every pound raised went directly to making a difference. The funds reflected Rotary’s commitment to creating positive change, reaching those who needed it most locally, nationally, and internationally.

Thank You

The Rotary Club of Roundhay extended heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a part in the 2025 festival—volunteers, musicians, sponsors, and the public. Their enthusiasm, time, and support transformed a weekend of beer, music, and fun into real, lasting impact.

The club looked forward to the 2026 festival, continuing the tradition of giving back while bringing the community together for another incredible celebration of charity, music, and local culture.