Lavazza Charity Cup 2025 - fundraising for The Cafe Project

On Thursday 12th June 2025, our annual Lavazza Charity Cup will be taking place.

A team from the Office and a team from Factory/Field will go head-to-head in an 11 a side football match, in order to raise money for our 2025 charity partner, The Cafe Project.

Here is a little bit about the charity:

The Café Project empowers young adults with learning disabilities by providing support, training, and opportunities to thrive in the workforce. Through community cafés, individuals gain hands-on experience, develop essential skills, and build confidence. Rooted in values of belonging and purpose, the project aims to transform lives and create a more inclusive community. The vision is to establish a network of cafés in every town centre, celebrating diversity and fostering environments that inspire growth and independence. This movement seeks to create a stronger, more inclusive society where everyone can succeed. Please click here to find out more.

At the match, there will be lots to keep an eye out for. There will be a small-sided game running at the same time as the warmup, this will include some charity students and lavazza employees. At half time, a penalty shootout will take place where kids and adults can step up and take some penalties (£1 for 3) against a member of the leadership team. We will have a food/drinks stall, as well as an ice cream van arriving in the second half. Basingstoke Town FC will also be opening their clubhouse and bar!

Details of the game:

Date/Time: Thursday 12th June - 17:30 kick off

Duration: 90 minute match with 15 mins half time

Venue: Winklebury Football Complex, RG23 8BF

Payments: please bring cash for the raffles/games/food/entry. QR code donation will also be accepted on entry.

Parking: Plenty of on site parking is available

In 2024, we raised around £1400 plus an extra donation from Lavazza Professional. This year, we have set ourselves a target of £2000!