About Us

The Party Kit Network is passionate about helping to make parties more sustainable.

We aim to prevent tonnes of plastic and paper partyware entering the environment by supplying party organisers with an alternative, while raising awareness that reusables can be easier, cheaper and a lot more fun.

Each of of the party kits are run independently by individuals from home, small businesses, school PTAs and community groups for the benefit of their local communities.

The network is a non-profit Community Interest Company which means that any money raised is reinvested in helping us achieve our social purpose. We do not charge members a fee or take commission from any hire fees.

Founded in 2019 in the UK, the network launched in Australia in 2020. In 2021 we opened up membership to party kits from any country.

In 2023 we launched Party Kits for Schools. An initiative which funds the set up of new party kits for school PTAs. Learn more about Party Kits for Schools

“The Network inspired me to start up a kit in my area and has been an invaluable source of advice and support ever since. Isabel has done an amazing job in sharing ideas and information to create a network of like minded individuals. Together we really can save the planet one party at a time!”

— Caroline Talbot

UK member (January 2020)

How we are funded

We do not charge a membership fee or take commission from any party kit bookings. This means that we need to find alternative ways to fund the work of our network. Our core income comes from:

Voluntary donations
Income from Party Kit Winchester (which is the only party kit owned and operated by the Party Kit Network CIC)
Coroporate sponsorship

What we spend money on

Our costs are low. We have no staffing costs and we are fortunate to receive some professional services and subscriptions at zero cost. Our core costs are:

Website domain registration and hosting
Website app and software subscriptions
Banking fees
Any grants awarded to members. In 2020 we awarded 4 training grants which enabled members to obtain a relevant health and safety certificate.

Annual Impact Reports

Our board members

Isabel Mack

Isabel is the founder of the Party Kit Network and responsible for the day-to-day operations. She has 14 years experience delivering digital projects for ecommerce businesses. Contact Isabel

Dian Sofia

Dian is the founder of Zero Waste Near Me, and is an active member of Plastic Free Hackney. She works in the advertising industry as an Art Director.

Vibeke Fennell

Partner of MBE Consulting working in the Financial Services sector, Vibeke specialises in operations management and has two young daughters.

Cheryl Harpin

A passionate eco-conscious mum, Cheryl joined the Party Kit Network as a member in July 2019 and runs Eco Party Pack Cheltenham

Sara Collick

Sara is a member of the Party Kit Network and runs Bournemouth & Dorset Eco Parties alongside an established wedding supplies business.

Julie Savage

Julie has over 25 years experience in quality management and business improvement within the food distribution industry.