Bathroom sector businesses and guests supported the construction industry charity through prize donations, a raffle and an auction at the Association’s annual gala dinner.
The Bathroom Association’s 2026 Connect Conference has raised £5,685.96 for CRASH, the construction industry charity supporting homelessness charities and hospices with vital building projects.
The money was raised during the gala dinner at the Grand Hotel, Birmingham, following the Association’s annual conference on 8 October.
Vipesh Mistry, Head of Projects at CRASH, gave a short but powerful presentation during the evening, explaining how the charity draws on the expertise, products and generosity of the construction industry to create safe and caring places for people experiencing homelessness and those receiving hospice care.
His presentation brought the purpose of the fundraising into sharp focus and encouraged guests to support the raffle and auction generously.
Businesses and individuals who donated prizes, along with everyone who bought raffle tickets and placed bids during the evening, made the final total possible.
Daphne Doody-Green, Chief Executive at the Bathroom Association, said: “Vipesh’s presentation proved to be a powerful moment of the gala dinner. He explained CRASH’s work and helped everyone in the room understand where their money would go and the difference their support could make.
“The response was immediate. Our guests bought raffle tickets, bid generously in the auction and helped us reach a final total of £5,685.96.
“That result also depended on the businesses and individuals who donated such an impressive selection of prizes. Every donation, ticket and bid contributed, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who played a part.”
Trisha Pickersgill, Chief Executive at CRASH, said: “A huge thank you to the Bathroom Association, its members, supporters and gala dinner guests for raising £5,685.96 for CRASH.
“Vipesh sees first-hand the challenges facing the homelessness charities and hospices we support, and we are grateful that he had the opportunity to share the importance of this work with guests at the dinner.
“The money raised will help us provide charities with access to the specialist expertise, construction products and financial support they need to improve their buildings and create places that care for people.”
CRASH has been the UK construction industry’s charity since 1996. It helps charities navigate the complex and costly process of construction by bringing together professional expertise, building products and donations from across the industry.
The Bathroom Association’s Connect Conference brought together professionals from across the bathroom supply chain for a day of insight, discussion and networking. The gala dinner also hosted the 2026 Thirty-under-Thirty Awards, sponsored by Ideal Bathrooms, recognising talented young people making an impact across the sector.