become a
corporate partner
Make an Impact
& Change Young Lives.
why partner
with sohk?
Partnering with School Of Hard Knocks (SOHK) will help young people build the confidence, skills and resilience they need to succeed in education, employment and beyond.
Corporate partnerships with SOHK go beyond financial support. We work with businesses to create meaningful opportunities for employees to share their time, expertise and experience with the young people we support, while also providing practical support that strengthens our programmes and operations.
Supporting School Of Hard Knocks (SOHK) allows us to make a meaningful difference for the next generation, giving them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
– Chris Webb, Founding Director, Firethorn
our ambition
SOHK is an ambitious education charity dedicated to expanding our reach across schools in under-resourced areas across the UK.
Can your business help us scale our impact?
share time & expertise
There are a range of opportunities for your employees to get directly involved, including:
- Attending our annual Jobs Fair, connecting students with employers and helping them understand different career pathways.
- Supporting careers advice and employability sessions, sharing insight into the workplace and the skills needed to succeed.
- Attending SOHK tournaments throughout the year, engaging with young people and supporting the wider programme experience.
- Providing professional expertise to support SOHK staff with operational needs, from finance and HR to marketing, technology and other areas of specialist knowledge.
successful partnerships
Last year, our partners enabled us to support nearly 900 students facing hardship – giving them the tools to build a brighter future.
90%
of students
feel more
self-confident
78%
of children can
build more
positive relationships
82%
of young people
are more engaged
at school
your business gains
Partnering with SOHK delivers clear, measurable return on investment for your brand and employees:
- Elevated ESG & Social Value
- Employee engagement
- Authentic purpose‑led culture
- Brand visibility & story opportunities
- Direct community impact
become a corporate partner
We would love to discuss how a tailored partnership can support your goals while transforming young lives. Contact us today.