DRAGON BOAT RACE BIRMINGHAM 2025: RAISING MONEY FOR BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Dragon Boat Race: Rowing for a cause
On one of the last sunny days of 2025, our Tribe traded keyboards for paddles and laptops for life jackets, diving straight into the action of Birmingham’s annual Dragon Boat Race. It had everything: a bit of competition, a lot of teamwork, and most importantly, the chance to champion the life-changing work of Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Charity.
Fruity costumes, fierce paddling
Forget blending in - our crew turned up to the canal in full fruit-bowl glory. Bananas, strawberries, pineapples… if you can find it in a smoothie, chances are, it was in our boat.
And while our paddling might not win Olympic gold just yet, our enthusiasm (and questionable rowing technique) certainly made waves.
Smashing our target
Finishing 8th out of 27 teams was a pretty sweet surprise. But the real victory? Absolutely smashing our fundraising goal with over £3,400 donated. Thanks to the incredible generosity and kindness of colleagues, friends, and supporters, every donation is helping Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital continue delivering vital care, life-changing research, and comfort for families who need it most.
Tribera’s Client Growth Manager Ollie McGrath, summed it up perfectly:
“We went into the Dragon Boat Race with low expectations - but our fruit bowl absolutely smashed it! Most of the other teams looked way sportier than us, so finishing 8th feels like a massive win. And knowing every paddle stroke helped raise funds for Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital? That’s the real victory.”
Altogether, the event raised over £290,000 for Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity - an incredible result for a brilliant cause.
More than a race
Tribera is proud to have Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity as our charity partner. This partnership is part of our commitment to the Changemakers programme, a network of local businesses working together to make a real difference for sick children and their families.
Each year, we take part in fundraising activities and donate a percentage of our profits to support vital projects. Every contribution helps provide lifesaving equipment, create welcoming spaces, and bring comfort to families during challenging times. Being a Changemaker is about showing up, having fun, and making a tangible impact - and we’re proud to stand alongside some of the region’s most inspiring businesses to support children and families when they need it most.
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Photography credit: Daniel Graves Photography
