Chelsea flower show seeks new charity sponsors after mystery donors end support

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Helena Horton Environment reporterFebruary 21, 2026 at 08:00 AM

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The Chelsea Flower Show is seeking new charity sponsors after Project Giving Back, funded by anonymous donors, ends its support after 2024. Since 2022, Project Giving Back has provided over £23 million to fund 63 gardens, enabling charities to showcase their causes at the prestigious event held annually at the Royal Hospital gardens in London. The departure of this major funding source leaves a significant gap, as corporate sponsorships have declined since 2008. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), which runs the show, is actively looking for new charitable funding for 2027 onwards to maintain the show's focus on eco-friendly gardening and charitable initiatives. The RHS emphasizes the show's long history of attracting sponsors and charities to benefit from its international platform.

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M&G 35% The Newt 35% Range Rover 35% Children's Society 40% Asthma & Lung UK 40% Eden Project 40% Parkinson's UK 40% London 50% Royal Hospital 60% Royal Horticultural Society ×275% Project Giving Back ×685% Chelsea Flower Show ×790%

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