Become a Partner and help fund the vision of L’Arche

The Partners initiative is an invitation to strengthen your relationship with L’Arche. By joining this growing network, you will empower L’Arche to undertake activities essential to our mission, which the limited public funding we receive does not cover:

· Deliver bespoke training integrating specialised care skills and formation in the culture of L’Arche
· Nourish the spiritual and community life of the people we support and their assistants
· Communicate the message of L’Arche more widely

We will help build your relationship with L’Arche by sending you:

· Personal updates and annual Impact Report from our National Leader
· Invitations to annual Partners and L’Arche Community events
· Opportunities to support significant appeals and projects

As a Partner, you will have a deep connection with our mission and commit to making a financial contribution of £500 or more per year.

· You can become a Partner online here.
· You can also make your Partners contribution by cheque, Standing Order, or CAF charity card.

Just send an email to Chris or call 0161 438 2832 for more information.

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