Question 1

What is #GivetoGain?

Accepted Answer

#GivetoGain is our founding campaign to launch the 1LV Thrive Community. It’s based on a simple belief: when we invest in mid-career women, everyone benefits. Your donation helps sponsor women to access mentoring, coaching, leadership development and a powerful support network. This is intentional investment that creates lasting, exponential impact.

Question 2

What is ‘26 for 2026’?

Accepted Answer

We’re inviting 26 leaders to become Founding Sponsors of the 1LV Thrive Community by contributing £1,000 each. These 26 donations will seed-fund the community, remove barriers to access, and help us support mid-career women at the most pivotal stage of their careers.

Question 3

Why should I become a Founding Sponsor? What’s in it for me?

Accepted Answer

Becoming a Founding Sponsor gives you something rare: the chance to create tangible, lasting impact whilst building meaningful connections and leaving a legacy. Here’s what you gain:

Impact and legacy:
Direct, measurable impact on mid-career women’s lives and careers
The chance to be part of the founding cohort – a lasting legacy
Connection to the women you sponsor and their success stories
Contribution to fixing the leadership pipeline and supporting systemic change

Network and visibility:
Access to an exclusive network of fellow Founding Sponsors and community leaders
VIP invitations to 1LV events and community moments
Recognition as a Founding Sponsor (public or anonymous, your choice)
First access to future programmes, research and thought leadership

Insight and influence:
Quarterly briefings with 1LV leadership on progress and impact
Input on community programming and priorities
Exclusive updates on milestones, member outcomes and success stories

CSR and personal values alignment:
Demonstrates commitment to gender equality, diversity and social impact
Contributes to ESG goals (for corporate sponsors)
Aligns your personal or organisational values with tangible action

You’re not just donating – you’re investing in change, building connections, and creating a legacy as part of the founding movement.

Question 4

Why £1,000?

Accepted Answer

£1,000 is a meaningful contribution that directly sponsors women to access a year of support through the Thrive Community – including peer coaching, masterclasses, leadership development, and cross-sector networking.

Question 5

What impact does my donation have?

Accepted Answer

Your donation creates a ripple effect. The women you sponsor gain confidence, clarity and visibility in their careers. Their teams benefit from renewed energy and leadership. Their families see role models who are supported to flourish. Other women are inspired to pursue their ambitions. The community grows stronger, more connected and resilient. You’re not just helping one woman – you’re shifting the system.

Question 6

Where does the money go?

Accepted Answer

Your donation goes directly towards sponsoring women to access the 1LV Thrive Community. This includes peer-to-peer mentoring and coaching, leadership development programmes, networking events, resources and tools to navigate career challenges, and a community platform to amplify their voices and achievements.

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