Making a Difference
Charity at the Heart
The Grand Prix Ball has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for children's charities since 2011. Every ticket, every auction bid, and every donation directly changes young lives.
2026 Charity Partner
Rays of Sunshine Children's Charity
Rays of Sunshine is a national charity that brightens the lives of seriously ill young people aged 3 to 18 across the UK. They grant magical wishes, provide ongoing support in hospitals and hospices, and host group outings and events that bring joy to children and their families during the most challenging times.
The Grand Prix Ball 2026 is proud to support Rays of Sunshine through our live and online auctions, direct donations, and a portion of every ticket sold. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of seriously ill children across the UK.
Visit Rays of Sunshine
Rays of Sunshine grants wishes to seriously ill children across the UK
Charity events and experiences that bring joy to children and families
Get Involved
How You Can Help
Attend the Ball
Every ticket purchased contributes directly to Rays of Sunshine. Join us on 1st July 2026 for an unforgettable evening that makes a real difference.
Book TicketsDonate an Auction Prize
Our live and online auctions are the centrepiece of the evening. Donate a prize — from luxury experiences to exclusive items — and help us raise even more.
Donate a PrizeAttend as a Philanthropist
A small number of guests are invited to attend as philanthropist guests. Your presence in the room — and your generosity at the auction — is what makes the evening extraordinary.
Enquire NowExclusive Invitation
Attend as a Philanthropist
A small number of seats at the Grand Prix Ball are reserved for philanthropist guests — individuals who attend not simply to enjoy the evening, but to make it extraordinary. Your generosity at the live auction is what transforms a spectacular night into a life-changing one for seriously ill children across the UK.
What It Means
Philanthropist guests are invited to attend at a complimentary or preferential rate, in recognition that their presence — and their participation in the live auction — is the single greatest driver of impact for Rays of Sunshine.
You will be seated at a premium table alongside fellow philanthropists, F1 industry figures, and the Grand Prix Ball's most distinguished guests. Kevin Magnussen will be in the room. A real Formula One race car will be on the ballroom floor. The auction will be live, the room will be electric, and every bid you make will be seen by 400 of London's most influential people.
This is not a ticket purchase. It is an invitation. Places are strictly limited and allocated at the discretion of the Grand Prix Ball team.
What You Receive
- Complimentary or preferential attendance at the Grand Prix Ball
- Premium table placement in the main ballroom
- Priority access to the live auction catalogue in advance
- Personal introduction to Kevin Magnussen and the GPM team
- Named recognition in the event programme
- Post-event impact report showing the difference your bids made
- Invitation to future Grand Prix Ball philanthropist events
Request a Philanthropist Invitation
If you are interested in attending as a philanthropist guest, please reach out directly. Our team will be in touch to discuss the evening, the auction, and how your generosity can make the greatest possible impact.
Request an InvitationStrictly limited places. All enquiries handled in confidence.
Auction Prize Donations
Donate an Auction Prize
The Grand Prix Ball live auction is one of the most high-profile charity auctions in the London social calendar. Donating a prize places your brand, business, or experience in front of 400 of the UK's most affluent guests — and keeps it there long after the evening ends.
What Makes a Great Prize
Luxury Experiences
Private dining, yacht charters, private jet trips, supercar days, spa retreats, sporting hospitality.
Exclusive Access
Behind-the-scenes tours, VIP event tickets, private tours, members' club access, paddock passes.
Art & Collectibles
Signed F1 memorabilia, fine art, limited-edition prints, bespoke jewellery, rare wines and spirits.
Travel & Stays
Five-star hotel stays, villa rentals, private island escapes, first-class flights, weekend getaways.
Business & Services
Advisory sessions, professional services, bespoke consultations, exclusive memberships.
Bespoke Commissions
Custom-made items, personalised experiences, one-of-a-kind creations designed for the auction.
The Return
What You Gain
Donating a prize is not just an act of generosity — it is one of the most cost-effective brand placements in the London luxury calendar. Here is exactly what your prize donation delivers.
400 High-Net-Worth Guests in One Room
Every prize is presented live to a room of 400 guests — entrepreneurs, executives, F1 industry figures, celebrities, and London's most influential social crowd. Your brand is introduced by name at the moment of highest attention in the evening.
Social Media Coverage
The Grand Prix Ball's Instagram, TikTok, and social channels reach tens of thousands of followers in the luxury and motorsport space. Prize donors are featured in pre-event auction previews, live auction coverage, and post-event content. Your brand appears alongside Kevin Magnussen, real F1 cars, and The Peninsula London.
Online Auction Visibility
All prizes are listed on the Emma auction platform, which is promoted to the Grand Prix Ball's full email database and social audience in the weeks leading up to the event. Your prize — and your brand — is seen by thousands of prospective buyers before a single bid is placed.
Press & Media Reach
The Grand Prix Ball has been covered by the Daily Mail, Forbes, Tatler, BBC, and Sky F1. Prize donors and their contributions are included in press releases and media briefings distributed ahead of the event, putting your brand in front of national and specialist audiences.
Event Programme & Brand Recognition
Every prize donor is credited in the official Grand Prix Ball event programme, handed to all 400 guests on the night. Your brand name, logo, and a short description of the prize are included alongside the evening's sponsors and partners.
Association with a 15-Year Legacy
The Grand Prix Ball has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity since 2011. Aligning your brand with this legacy — and with Rays of Sunshine — signals genuine commitment to philanthropy to an audience that values it.
In the Room
"The Grand Prix Ball brings together a room you cannot buy your way into anywhere else. F1 drivers, paddock insiders, luxury brand founders, philanthropists, and London's most connected social figures — all in one place, for one night."
— Grand Prix Ball, The Peninsula London, 1st July 2026
Donate a Prize
To discuss donating a prize to the Grand Prix Ball 2026 live auction, please get in touch. Our team will walk you through the process, confirm your brand placement, and ensure your prize is presented to maximum effect on the night.
Deadline for prize submissions: 20th June 2026.
Our Legacy
Charities We've Supported
Over 16 years, the Grand Prix Ball has proudly partnered with some of the UK's most impactful children's charities.
CLIC Sargent
2010Cancer charity for children and young people
The Prince's Trust
2014, 2016Helping young people build their futures
Global Gift Foundation
2022Philanthropic work supporting women and children
UNICEF
2023United Nations children's fund
Make-A-Wish International
2024–2025Granting wishes to critically ill children
Rays of Sunshine
2026Brightening the lives of seriously ill children aged 3–18 across the UK
Make a Difference on 1st July 2026
Join us at The Peninsula London for an evening of glamour, motorsport, and philanthropy.