Why we welcome your support
AAIR would like to build genuine partnerships with local businesses, which are mutually beneficial. Companies which feel able to provide support by way of sponsorship, fundraising etc. will find plenty of opportunities to get involved with AAIR what ever their budget. However, partnerships need not be founded on financial support. We are pleased to forge links with businesses, which help us raise awareness of AAIR and our work. Adopting AAIR as your company's chosen charity is a great way of supporting a local charity involved in cutting-edge medical research into widespread conditions.
Why support asthma and allergy research
One in 12 adults and one in ten children in the UK are being treated for asthma. Recent research shows 30% of the UK population will suffer from one or more allergy at some time in their lives with as many as half of those affected being children. The incidence of asthma and allergies in the UK have increased three-fold over the past 20 years, we now have one of the highest incidence of allergy and asthma in the world. Yet the UK has a chronic shortage of allergy specialists - less than 30 consultant allergy doctors nationwide.
AAIR
AAIR (Asthma, Allergy & Inflammation Research) is a Hampshire-based charity, which supports pioneering asthma and allergy research at The University of Southampton’s School of Medicine. The department consists of groups led by world-renowned senior academic and clinical scientists whose combined areas of expertise provide one of the world’s most highly regarded forces in the fight against asthma and allergies. Their research is recognised worldwide with several scientists being international experts in regular demand for national media interviews.
Since AAIR was founded in 1990 it has raised more than £1million towards this work. The team is always happy to welcome visitors to their laboratories at The Southampton General Hospital to show where the funding goes and introduce the research team.
How AAIR can help you
- By supporting AAIR, businesses can expect to see an enhanced corporate image, closer links with the community and positive PR. Improved staff morale and development.
- Acknowledgement will also be given on our website, in our newsletters, within press releases and at events where appropriates. Details will also be listed in our Annual Report
- A public association with a local cause that affects many of your staff, customers and their families
According to Business in the Community/Research International 86% of consumers agree that they have a more positive image of a company if they see that it is doing something to make the world a better place
- AAIR will give partners advanced notice and opportunity to be involved in our fundraising events and awareness initiatives, resulting in additional media coverage
- Corporate Sponsors will benefit from the public profile AAIR has achieved with the local media which is supportive of our efforts to help allergy and asthma sufferers.
AAIR is a flexible charity, which is adaptable to working with you in a way that best fits your company and its employees. We can support any events you may wish to organise or take part in our events and will maximise local PR opportunities through our media contacts.
Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities include:
- AAIR newsletters and website
- Fundraising Events
- Clinical trials
- Education in schools
- Campaigns
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Other methods of support include:
- Payroll Giving
- Company or staff fundraising
- Retail Initiatives
- Joint initiatives
- Helping raise awareness
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Charitable donations
AAIR relies entirely on voluntary contributions to support the research team and their work. Our small staff and close relationship with the research team ensures resources are used wisely and to maximum benefit.
If your company would like to consider supporting a worthwhile charity, especially one which encompasses health, medical research, children/youth or education, we would love to hear from you. We would also be happy to discuss the many ways in which we might publicise your donation, in order to maximise the PR benefits of your charitable giving.
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