Franklins Solicitors LLP has revealed the 12 charities taking part in its 2026 £50 Challenge, which runs from 23 February to 29 May 2026 — with several Milton Keynes organisations among this year’s chosen partners.
MK Snap, Milton Keynes Community Foundation, and Medical Detection Dogs are among the new charities joining the initiative, alongside Action 4 Youth, FoodCycle, and the Spinal Injuries Association. Returning favourites include The Northampton Hope Centre, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, The Lewis Foundation, The Air Ambulance Service, Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation, and Rainbows Hospice.
The challenge invites local businesses and organisations to form teams, each selecting one of the participating charities to support. Franklins provides every team with £50, which they use creatively to raise as much money as possible during the three-month campaign.
In 2025, the challenge raised nearly £60,000, and the firm hopes to beat that total next year.
“The £50 Challenge is a brilliant way for local businesses to get involved in fundraising while supporting charities that matter most to them,” said Andrea Smith, partner at Franklins Solicitors and champion of the initiative. “We can’t wait to see the creativity and energy next year’s teams bring.”
Charlotte Richardson, corporate partnerships manager at Medical Detection Dogs, said: “We’re thrilled to have been chosen for the campaign. It’s a great platform to raise awareness of our work, develop relationships with local businesses and raise vital funds at the same time.”
Sallie Stone-Bearne, fundraiser at the Spinal Injuries Association, added: “Being chosen as a charity partner is an honour. We’re excited to see the innovative ideas teams come up with to raise funds for our cause.”
Now in its ninth year, the Franklins £50 Challenge continues to inspire creativity, teamwork and community spirit across Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire. Businesses interested in joining can register at www.franklins50.co.uk.
