Open Gardens is, at it's heart, a community fundraising event, and we are proud that all proceeds from the day go directly towards supporting local charities and good causes.
Every ticket purchased, raffle entry and auction bid helps make a meaningful difference within our local area. We are incredibly grateful to our generous sponsors, whose support as local businesses and resident makes the event possible, and to everyone who has kindly donated prizes for the raffle and charity auction.
Their contributions, along with the enthusiasm of our visitors, help ensure that the day is not only enjoyable but truly impactful for the community.
Become a Sponsor
We welcome sponsorship from local businesses and individuals. Garden sponsorship starts at £50, please contact us for more details.
Our Good Causes
Over the years we've supported a wide range of charities and local good causes. Last year, the proceeds of the event were shared between the following organisations:
Richard Helme Trust, the village charity dating back to the late 17th Century. Supporting village families and residents in need.
Jennyruth Workshops, a charity dedicated to providing meaningful work and skills development opportunities for adults who have learning difficulties
Ripon Walled Gardens, a charity supporting people with learning and physical disabilities.
Boroughbridge Community Charity, a charity supporting residents and communities in Boroughbridge and it's surrounding villages.
Christ Church Marton cum Grafton
Marton cum Grafton Primary School, our "Outstanding" village school.
Marton cum Grafton Sports Pavillion, supporting the maintenance and upkeep of this important community asset.
Marton cum Grafton Community Tennis Courts, supporting the maintenance and upkeep of the village tennis courts our "Outstanding" village school
How Do We Select Our Charities And Good Causes?
In the nearly 40 years the Marton cum Grafton Open Gardens event has been operating, we've built up long standing relationships with several of the charities and good causes that we support. Many of these will offer to support us in some way on the day.
Each year the committee receives requests for funding from different organisations and we do our best to distribute fairly based on need. Whilst the requests for funding always exceed what we have available to distribute, if you have a good cause or charity that operates locally or is close to your heart, please contact us.