Parker Bullen LLP has announced Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance as its Charity of the Year for 2025, demonstrating its commitment to supporting life-saving services in the local community.
The long-established law firm, with offices in Hampshire and Wiltshire, will be backing the Operation Airbase Appeal, an ambitious project aiming to raise £3.6 million to develop a new, centralised operational base near Southampton Airport. This new facility will bring the charity’s critical care and charity teams together under one roof, ensuring faster response times and enhanced emergency care across the region.
Supporting a Life-Saving Service
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance provides an advanced Critical Care Team to those who are seriously ill or injured, operating 24/7, 365 days a year. The service ensures that highly skilled paramedics and doctors can reach almost any patient in the region within 10 minutes of take-off, making a critical difference when every second counts.
Employees at Parker Bullen nominated the charity and will be fundraising, volunteering, and participating in events throughout the year to support the vital work carried out by the Air Ambulance team.
Strengthening Community Ties
Karen Clarkson, Marketing and Business Development Manager at Parker Bullen, shared her enthusiasm for the partnership:
“We are honoured to announce Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance as our Charity of the Year from 2025. The exceptional work they do to provide life-saving care during critical times is truly inspiring. I had the privilege of visiting their Thruxton site recently and was overwhelmed by the impact of their work. The fact that our support will contribute to their Operation Airbase Appeal makes this partnership even more meaningful.”
Parker Bullen’s Charity of the Year initiative aims to foster strong relationships with local charities while giving employees the chance to support causes that resonate with them.
A Partnership That Saves Lives
Keith Wilson, Director of Income and Engagement at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, expressed his gratitude:
“Our airbase relocation will drastically improve the lives of people in our region for many years to come—lives of parents, children, siblings, and friends. Without the extraordinary dedication from individuals and organisations such as Parker Bullen Solicitors, this move would never be possible. On behalf of our charity and our patients, I cannot thank them and their employees enough. We are all incredibly excited to see what this partnership has in store.”
How to Get Involved
To learn more about the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, visit their website. If you’re interested in supporting Parker Bullen’s fundraising efforts, contact Karen Clarkson at their website.