Case Studies
Get inspiration for your next charity team building event from some event highlights!
Charity team building events are similar to traditional team building events, only the main purpose of the event is to make a positive impact on the world by supporting charities in various ways. For example, your team can assemble sleep pods for homeless people, create their own golf course with materials that will be donated or build prosthetic hands – all while they collaborate and solve problems together, fostering a sense of connection.
Charity Team Building has over 20 years of experience in team building and delivered more than 10,000 events across the UK, so we have worked with clients of all kinds. No event is ever the same, as all of our events can be tailored to your needs and held at whatever venue suits you, accommodating ten to thousands of people. That being said, these case studies can give you an idea of what’s possible!
Find out what a charity team building event can look like:
Case Study: Toys for Children with AstraZeneca
Location
London
Duration
2 Hours
Date
Feb. 2026
Participants
35
Event
On a rainy day in February, a team from AstraZeneca spent their afternoon with Charity Team Building creating toys for children in underprivileged communities. They had been looking for an event that would give them a sense of purpose and fit into a full conference day, so we created a new bespoke event, Toys for Children, which takes about two hours.
After a short introduction and some energisers, where the energy was high, the 35 participants set to work assembling the toys and designing carry bags with drawings and messages for the children receiving the toys. Working across six teams, participants collaborated to build, test and personalise each toy, combining creativity and teamwork to create something truly meaningful.
Impact
Everyone in the group was focused and involved, and in just two hours, they managed to create 40 teddy bears and painted wooden toys across six teams. The group united and left with fond memories, knowing they had made an impact. Alongside the toys themselves, the personalised bags and messages added a special touch, helping create a connection between the team and the children who would eventually receive them.
These toys are durable and will stay with the children for a long time. They have now been sent to children in need, allowing them to enjoy safe play, learning and creativity. Through just a few hours of teamwork, the group helped bring moments of joy and imagination to children who have very little.
Case Study: Charity Bike Build with Cross-Agency Team
Location
Towcester
Duration
2 Hours
Date
Jun. 2025
Participants
43
Event
On a sunny day in June, a group of total strangers, gathered outside on Whittlebury Park lawn to assemble bikes for children and families in need for our event Charity Bike Build. The participants were from various agencies working with Charity Team Building, who were offered a showcase of our events.
The participants were placed into five groups to collaborate on constructing a bike from scratch, guided by experts. Despite not knowing each other beforehand, the atmosphere was positive and productive as teams worked together to solve challenges, share ideas and build their bikes. As the morning progressed, new connections were formed and confidence grew across the group.
Impact
Everyone got involved and opened up as they got to know each other better. Five new bikes were created, each accompanied by a personalised card for the person receiving the bike. By the end of the event, participants had not only built something physical but had also developed stronger communication and teamwork skills.
The bikes have now been donated to Re-Cycle to be shipped to families in need in Africa, improving their access to education, work and clean water. According to Re-Cycle, a bike can increase a family’s income by 35%.These bicycles will provide reliable transportation for years to come, helping to reduce travel times and create new opportunities for the individuals and communities that receive them.
Case Study: Change An Animal's Life with Johnson & Johnson
Location
H.Wycombe
Duration
3 Hours
Date
Feb. 2024
Participants
12
Event
In February 2024, Johnson & Johnson took part in our Change an Animal’s Life charity team building event, where they spent three hours at their office creating enrichment boxes for monkeys.
Working in teams of four, participants collaborated to design and construct wooden puzzle boxes tailored to encourage play, problem-solving, and enrichment for their chosen animal: monkeys. The activity challenged them to combine creativity, communication, and practical building skills while working towards a meaningful charitable goal.
Impact
After putting their safety gloves, the team managed to build four new wooden puzzle boxes. Throughout the session, colleagues worked together to share ideas, divide tasks, and bring their designs to life.
The completed enrichment boxes were donated to Hertfordshire Zoo, where they now provide stimulation and entertainment for the monkeys. As a result, Johnson & Johnson’s efforts have helped create a more engaging environment for the animals, supporting their wellbeing through play and exploration. The highlight of the project came when the team we received pictures of the monkeys interacting with and enjoying their new toys, providing a rewarding reminder of the positive impact their work had made.
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