Parents & Friends Association

We are very proud to have such an active and supportive Parents & Friends Association here at Bassingbourn Village College

Who are the Parents and Friends?

The Bassingbourn Village College (BVC) Parents & Friends Association (PFA) is a registered charity that supports BVC students by buying needed equipment and supplies which school budgets cannot cover.

How do we fundraise?

We raise funds in a variety of ways. These include running specific events (e.g. quizzes), delivering online raffles and cash draws, selling sweets and treats after school (e.g. Fun Food Fridays), running licensed bars at school events (e.g. the Creative Arts Show), hosting teas, coffees and cake stands at Parents Evenings, Open Evenings etc. as well as receiving monthly standing orders, and donations via shopping at Amazon Smile and Easy Fundraising – plus using employer based donation schemes run through Charitable Giving and Benevity.

What have we achieved?

In 2023 we raised over £9,000 for the school from a variety of sources, including raffles and cash draws, sales of donated pre-loved school uniform, corporate giving, EasyFundraising shopping sales, tombolas, running licensed bars at school events, hosting teas, coffees and cake stands at Parents and Open evenings and monthly giving via standing orders.

How do we spend the funds raised?

100% of funds raised are spent on BVC.

In 2023, the PFA completed the funding of a revamp of the school hall’s sound and lighting equipment, buying new kit to facilitate student shows and productions. This year the PFA have supported equipment purchases across 3D Design and Design Technology, Textiles, Hospitality, Science, Sports and the SEND and Pastoral Teams. The PFA have also funded equipment purchases for BVC’s new Outdoor Classroom.

How can I stay in touch and get involved?

1. Ensure you have “opted-in” to receive emails from the PFA – if in doubt, check with the school office: office@bassingbournvc.org

2. Stay in touch through our Facebook Page (also home to our online second-hand uniform sale): www.facebook.com/groups/parentsandfriendsofbvc

3. Easy Fundraising – shopping online? Give to the Charity as you shop! use this link

4. Monthly Standing Order – £2 a month (or more) would go a long way. The account details can be found on the below form, and if you are eligible for Gift Aid, please download, complete and email the Gift Aid form to the address below.

5. Write to us at pfa@bassingbournvc.org with any questions, ideas, and/or to get involved