Work with BCOP to support older people in Birmingham

Ways we could work together

Growing older should never mean feeling alone, unsafe or unsupported. Yet across Birmingham, many older people are facing exactly that—whether through isolation, poor housing, or increasing care needs.

At BCOP, we’ve been supporting older people in Birmingham for over 80 years. Every day, we see the difference that the right environment, care, and community can make—not just to individuals, but to families too.

We believe local businesses have a vital role to play in shaping a better later life for our city.

Why partner with BCOP?

A trusted, long-standing Birmingham charity supporting older people for over 80 years
High-quality nursing homes and housing services across the city
A clear social purpose aligned with community wellbeing, dignity and independence
Opportunities to make a tangible, local impact your staff and customers can see

Opportunities

Strategic partnerships

We’re keen to build meaningful partnerships with businesses that share our values and want to make a real difference in Birmingham.

Our approach is simple: collaboration, clarity, and mutual benefit. We’ll work with you to shape a partnership that aligns with your business goals while improving the lives of older people in Birmingham.

When partnering with us in this way, we can offer:

A dedicated, friendly and proactive point of contact
Joint planning with clear goals and measurable outcomes
Opportunities to engage your staff and customers with a cause that feels relevant and local
A range of partnership activities—from sponsorship and fundraising to awareness campaigns
Access to our marketing and communications channels

Charity of the year

Choosing BCOP as your Charity of the Year is a powerful way to bring your team together while making a lasting impact in your community.

This type of partnership can offer:

Increased staff engagement and team morale
A clear demonstration of your commitment to social value and community impact
Opportunities for team fundraising, volunteering and events
Support from our team to help you plan and deliver activities
Positive local PR and storytelling opportunities

Sponsorship

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities that can help raise your profile while supporting our work.

These may include:

Events across our homes and housing schemes
Community activities and seasonal celebrations
Printed materials and campaigns
Sponsoring a shop in our new sensory streets at Neville Williams House in Selly Park or at Anita Stone Court in Moseley

Sponsoring BCOP can provide:

Positive exposure within local communities
Flexible options tailored to your business objectives
Opportunities for PR, social media and local press coverage

Corporate donations

We understand that support comes in many forms. As well as financial contributions, we welcome “gifts in kind” from local businesses.

This might include:

Donating products for events or resident activities
Providing services or expertise
Donating materials for new sensory streets at Neville Williams House in Selly Park or at Anita Stone Court in Moseley
Sponsoring our resident Christmas party

These contributions directly enhance the lives of the people we support—while offering meaningful visibility for your business.

Employee volunteering

Many of our partners find that time can be just as valuable as money.

We offer a range of volunteering opportunities, including:

Supporting activities and events in our homes
Helping maintain gardens and outdoor spaces
Having a team of employees work together painting, decorating or gardening at our care homes or housing schemes
Sharing skills or running sessions for residents

It’s a rewarding way for your team to connect with the community—and a day out of the office that genuinely matters.