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Research shows that taking part in the arts and creative activity promotes better mental health. The need is clear, with 65% of all work-related ill-health cases in 2021/22 being due to stress, and 1 in 5 adults out of work due to ill health.

At Arc, we build relationships with our corporate supporters that go far beyond financial support. From small independents to large employers in Stockport and Greater Manchester, we’ll tailor our partnership to meet your goals, budget, values and CSR / Social Value objectives.

Together, we can support your employees’ wellbeing, sustain our charity and foster success for us both.
Supporting Arc isn’t just a charitable act, it’s a smart, sustainable investment in the future of your business or community.

We’d love to chat about the reasons to choose Arc and the ways we can work together, including:

Sponsorship – a tax efficient way to support a programme or event which aligns with your values.
Workplace Wellbeing Workshops – invest in the wellbeing of your team.
Pro bono support – enhance our work with your skills.
Social Value – work with us to fulfil your social value goals.
Charity of the Year – rally your team around a shared cause.

Spectrum Brands UK

“We're excited to partner with Arc this year to support their incredible work and help raise awareness for the vital role that art can play in improving mental health. Their innovative services help individuals navigate their mental health journey through creative expression, providing not just artistic opportunities but also a sense of community and belonging.”

John Lewis

“It’s a privilege to support Arc - a great charity whose passion is to help support mental health and wellbeing. John Lewis hopes our donation will assist with the fantastic and creative work Arc does with vulnerable adults and young people locally.”

Ahmed Iqbal Ullah RACE Centre and Education Trust

“Our team came to Arc hoping for a restorative, creative activity, that would give us time out from the pressures of our day-to-day jobs. We loved our time at Arc right from the start; the café was cosy and welcoming on a very cold snowy day, and the workshop was excellent. I particularly liked the fact that we did individual and collective designs: this allowed us to express our own ideas but to also connect them as a team.” 

Spectrum Brands

Spectrum Brands chose Arc as their charity of the year and amongst other donations, generously sponsored 40 new chairs for our cafe area!

Stockport consultancy SQW

Stockport consultancy SQW have supported us with 2 significant pieces of pro bono research work, helping to inform our strategy and fundraising aims.

Your business can make a difference

£500 – Create a Space for Celebration

Fund a public exhibition at Arc showcasing artwork from our wellbeing programmes. This powerful event marks the culmination of each participant’s creative journey — a moment of pride, visibility, and validation. Your support helps people feel seen, celebrated, and connected through the healing power of art.

£1000 – Help Families Connect Through Creativity

Sponsor our Family Saturday Art Clubs for a year. Your gift helps families to bond through arts and crafts, creating joyful shared experiences and lasting memories.

£3,000 – Transform Lives Through Creativity

Sponsor a complete 3-month creative wellbeing programme for 10 people living with mental health challenges. Your donation covers a lead artist, a dedicated Wellbeing Support Worker, all materials, and core costs — helping participants build resilience, reduce isolation, gain confidence and skills, and take steps toward independence, volunteering, and recovery.

More information

For more information download our introductory Corporate Supporter Pack via the button below, or contact Arc’s Chief Executive, Jacqui Wood on jacqui@arc-centre.org or 0161 480 7731.