Synergy Sports Day raises over £3,400 for domestic abuse charity

An adults sport day, organised by Synergy Recruitment, has raised more than £3,400 for My Cheshire Without Abuse (MyCWA) a charity that supports individuals and families affected by domestic abuse.

With recent funding cuts from Cheshire East Council placing the charity’s services at risk, the Macclesfield and South Manchester based recruiters chose MyCWA as their 2025 Charity of the Year. Determined to raise awareness and much-needed funds, the team set out to bring the local business community together in support of the cause.

With that goal in mind, the Synergy team hosted a Charity Sports Day at Macclesfield Rugby Club on Thursday 10th July with local businesses taking part in a variety of nostalgic sports day games, from egg & spoon and sack races, to tug of war and beanbag toss. The friendly competition was rounded off with a charity raffle and BBQ. In a heartfelt show of community spirit, the event and backing from local businesses raised £3,402.11 for MyCWA.

The event proved to be a great success with participants. Hannah Shaw of SAS Daniels commented, “it was a really great event, our team all had a lot of fun and we’d happily attend again!”.

But more importantly, the event shone a light on the essential services MyCWA provides. Yasmin Bentley, Director of Synergy Recruitment, said:

“When we heard about the funding cuts, we knew we had to do something to help. The response from the local business community has been incredible, and after such a brilliant day, we’re already planning to make our Charity Sports Day an annual event!”

Funds raised at the sports day event brings Synergy’s total raised for MyCWA this year to £3,872, with more events still to come. To follow their ongoing fundraising journey and to make a donation, visit the team’s JustGiving page.