The Swansea Bay charity art auction closed on 5th December 2025, finishing with over £800 raised to support children and families across our communities. This creative challenge, delivered by Swansea Bay Business Club, brought together artists, supporters and first-time creators from right across the region. The result was a colourful celebration of Swansea life, filled with personal stories, local pride and real community spirit.
A Swansea Bay Charity Art Auction Full Of Community Passion
The project began with a simple idea by Swansea Bay Business Club President Amy Seppman: invite people across Swansea Bay to create artwork inspired by the place they call home. Because of this, the auction became wonderfully inclusive. Some contributors were professional artists, while others were picking up a paintbrush, pen or camera for the first time in years. However, every piece offered a unique story, and together they formed a collective snapshot of life in Swansea Bay.
One of the standout highlights was the donation of an original piece by Dave Marchant of Bulljam Gallery in Mumbles. His vibrant, expressive style has become a favourite among local art lovers, so his contribution added a huge buzz to the auction. Many bidders visited the auction page specifically to see Dave’s work, which helped raise the profile of the entire event.
Alongside Dave’s piece were paintings, prints, photographs and mixed-media creations from people across Swansea Bay. Some works reflected childhood memories and favourite beaches, while others explored landmarks, humour and the city’s character. And, of course, the Brighter Futures children created their own collaborative artwork too — a reminder of why this fundraising matters so much.
Celebrating the Artists and Bidders Who Made It Happen
What made this Swansea Bay charity art auction so special was the huge range of people who took part. Several well-known community figures submitted artwork, including Swansea Bay Business Club President Amy Seppman, Faith in Families CEO Cherrie Bija, our own Fundraising Manager Siany, and Stavros Apostolopoulos from reTHINK PR & Marketing. Their pieces sat alongside contributions from professional artists, parents, children and supporters who simply love Swansea.
The generosity didn’t stop with the artists. The bidders also played a huge part in the auction’s success. A special shout-out goes to Sam Sullivan of Sullivans Estate Agents, who didn’t just win one piece… but three. Sam later visited our Cwtch Mawr Multibank to collect her artwork and see firsthand how funds raised through the auction support local families. Her enthusiasm and support were genuinely appreciated by the whole team.
Why This Auction Matters for Faith in Families
The money raised will directly support the work of Faith in Families, helping children and families who are living with poverty, trauma and crisis. Through our Community Cwtches and the Cwtch Mawr Multibank, we provide practical help, emotional support and a safe space for families across Swansea Bay.
Creative fundraisers like this play an important role in keeping those services running. Because they bring people together, they spark conversations and they remind us that community support can take so many forms. In this case, art became a way for people to share their stories while helping others build a brighter future.
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone involved, and especially to Amy Seppman and the entire Swansea Bay Business Club team for choosing Faith in Families as their charity partner for the past two years. This final fundraiser was the perfect way to end a brilliant partnership.
What Happens Next?
Although this event has wrapped up, there are many ways to stay involved. You can learn more about the work of Faith in Families, read stories from our projects or find upcoming events on our website.
With continued support from our community, we can carry on creating safe, hopeful spaces for children across Swansea Bay, one small act at a time.
