Welcome to The Gathering 2023. We are expectant about what God is going to do this weekend, and we’re so glad that you could join us. More details will be available shortly.
We are hoping to open a centre in the heart of Ibiza Town which would serve some of our homeless friends’ needs. This would be a space for people – who are often shunned and pushed away, and have very little access to basic services – to come and have a shower, maybe wash some clothes; but more importantly, have a coffee and a natter, pray, feel normal and feel loved.
We have found what seems to be an ideal space and are battling the council for licenses to be able to set it up. We hope it will be a place of God’s peace and hope. Any money would go towards renting and renovating this centre; to be able to install facilities and open up to the homeless community.
Lot 8 – Ibiza: Town Homeless Centre
Blankets 1 and 2: These quilts were generously given by Janet King, from the Cambridge Prayer Spaces In Schools.
This quilt was given by Hanneli from South Africa, who says “This quilt is handmade by my friend Nell using my favourite colours.”
How it works
The tradition of The Gathering Fundraiser goes back further than we care to remember, and is unlike anything you will have experienced before.
The best way to sum it up in one word is OUTRAGEOUS.
It is an opportunity for outrageous giving to some highly worthy causes connected with 24-7 Prayer.
This year, our in-person fundraiser is back, so whether this is your first 24-7 Prayer Fundraiser or if it’s the reason you’re here, read this guide:
Instructions for Online Fundraisers:
Browse the causes and the fundraiser lots
Take a look through all of the items on offer in the fundraiser, and pay particular attention to the causes they are going to support.
Donate towards your chosen causes
Once you’ve chosen your cause, make a donation towards the lot that represents it. Please note: we are not taking pledges this year and all donations will be taken immediately.
Watch the Fundraiser online
Tune in to the live stream of the in-person fundraiser to be part of the fun! Watch in real time as the bidding gets competitive, the fundraiser lots are sold off, and Brian and Keith get more and more ridiculous.
Instructions for In-Person Fundraisers:
The in-person Generosity Fundraiser will operate very much like previous years of in-person fundraisers. Here’s how it will go:
Browse the causes and the fundraiser lots
Take a look through all of the items on offer in the fundraiser, and pay particular attention to the causes they are going to support.
Make your bids
As Brian and Keith announce each lot, you’ll have a chance to bid towards the items. Each donation will go towards the cause we are supporting, and the highest donation will win the item. Feel free to club together with friends or family to donate the biggest possible amount!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I bid?
We want everyone to be involved, but please only donate what you can afford to give. We’re encouraging outrageous generosity, but if you give £1 or £1000, you are still a star in our eyes.
Can I donate towards more than one item?
Of course! Donate towards as many items as many times as you like but, as hard as it may be, try not to get too carried away!
Where does my money go?
Each lot will support a different cause, and all causes are listed on the website. ALL the money received from the donations will go to that cause.
