The Lewis Foundation calls on businesses to join Franklins £50 Challenge 2026
The Lewis Foundation is inviting businesses across the county to take part in the Franklins Solicitors £50 Challenge 2026 to help raise vital funds for adults undergoing cancer treatment in local hospitals.
Any business can get involved with the challenge, which is running from 23rd February to 29th May 2026. Each participating company receives £50 in seed funding from Franklins Solicitors, with one mission: turn it into as much money as possible. From bake sales and raffles to sponsored challenges and team events, creativity and community spirit lie at the heart of the competition.
The Lewis Foundation, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, is once again one of the chosen charities for the challenge. Funds raised will support the charity’s work providing over 2,000 free gift packs every month to adult cancer patients in 17 hospitals across the region, including Northampton General Hospital, Kettering General Hospital and Milton Keynes University Hospital.
All participants will be invited to the Franklins £50 Challenge Awards Ceremony in June 2026, where the most innovative and impactful fundraising efforts will be celebrated.
Lorraine Lewis, co-founder and CEO of The Lewis Foundation, said: “2026 is incredibly special for us as we mark our 10th anniversary. The Franklins £50 Challenge has always shown the power of community, but this year’s initiative feels like a real opportunity to celebrate what can be achieved when people come together with purpose. Every business that takes part will be helping us continue to deliver comfort and support to people facing cancer treatment. We can’t wait to see the imagination and kindness that this year’s challenge will bring!”
Rosanna Stimson of Franklins Solicitors added: “The Franklins £50 Challenge has grown into a tradition of local generosity and entrepreneurial spirit. Every year, we’re amazed by how businesses turn £50 into something truly meaningful for charities like The Lewis Foundation. With 2026 marking such an important milestone for them, we’re excited to see our local business community rally behind their work and the work of all the nominated charities and make this year the most impactful yet.”
For more information and to sign up for the challenge, visit: https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/50-challenge/
To learn more about The Lewis Foundation and its work, visit: www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk