Get the Party Started
A free party kit for your community
Give this party kit a second life
We're rehoming a preloved party kit, and we want to find it the best possible new home.
It's in great shape, well looked after by one of our members, and ready for its next community.
If your community group would like to run a party kit, we'd love to hear from you. It's free to apply - all we ask is that you have a real plan for it.
What's a party kit?
A party kit is a set of reusable tableware that community groups lend out instead of people buying single use plates and cups for every event. Borrow it, use it, return it, and it's ready for the next party. Our network supports over 650 party kits globally.
What's in this kit
An IKEA Kalas Pastels party kit, serving up to 30 guests, with plates, cups, bowls, cutlery and jugs. All dishwasher safe and ready to go.
What we're looking for
We want this kit to go somewhere it'll actually be used: borrowed often, looked after properly, and shared with as many people as possible. So this isn't a giveaway, it's a rehoming. We'll ask you to tell us who you are, how you'd use it and how you'd share it.
Who can apply
UK and Ireland based community organisations who want to start a party kit for the first time: a community centre, school PTA or PTFA, sharing or toy library, local eco group - something like that.
How it works
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Apply: tell us about your group and how you'd use and share the kit
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We review: every application is read by the PKN team
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We announce: one group is chosen by the end of August
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We deliver: the kit comes to you, free of charge!
Key dates
Applications open: 10 July 2026
Applications close: 31 August 2026
Winner announced: by 30 Septenber 2026
Additional information
FAQs
Is this kit really free?
Yep. There's no cost to apply and no cost to receive the kit if you're chosen. We do ask that you're a registered community organisation ready to actually use and share it, this isn't a straightforward giveaway, it's a rehoming.
Who can apply?
Community organisations based in the UK or Ireland, including community centres, school PTAs or PTFAs, sharing libraries, and local eco action groups. We're not able to accept applications from individuals or commercial businesses.
Can existing Party Kit Network members apply?
Sorry, no. This campaign is for organisations starting a party kit for the first time. If your organisation already has a pin on our map as of 9 July 2026, this round isn't open to you, but we'd love you to spread the word to a group who might be a good fit.
What condition is the kit in?
It's preloved and in good usable condition, donated by a Party Kit Network member who has closed their kit. It comes complete with plates, cups, bowls, cutlery and jugs for up to 30 guests.
Do we need experience running a party kit?
No. We're more interested in your plan and your enthusiasm than your track record. If you're chosen, we'll support you to get started.
How will the winner be chosen?
Every application is reviewed by the Party Kit Network team against how clearly you've described your plan to use, share and look after the kit, and the benefit to your local community.
When will we hear back?
The winner will be announced before the end of September. We'll contact the winning organisation directly by email, and announce the result on our social media.
How will the kit reach us?
We'll ship it to you directly at no cost, once the winner has been confirmed and a delivery address provided.
What if our application isn't successful?
Thank you for applying. Sign up to our newsletter to hear about future opportunities to host a kit, and visit our website to find out how to start a party kit of your own.
Who do I contact with questions?
If you have any other questions, please Contact Us
Terms & Conditions
The Rehome a Preloved Party Kit campaign (the “campaign”) is run and promoted by Party Kit Network CIC (“we”, “us”, “our”), company number 12733258.
Any questions about the campaign can be submitted via our Contact Us page
We reserve the right to update these terms at any time and for any reason. Material changes will be reflected on this page.
The kit
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The prize is one donated IKEA Kalas Pastels party kit, comprising reusable plates, cups, bowls, cutlery and jugs, suitable for serving up to 30 guests. The kit is preloved and came from a former Party Kit Network member; it is offered as seen, in good usable condition.
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The kit listed is indicative only. We reserve the right to vary, amend or substitute individual items within the kit at our discretion, for example if an item is found to be missing or damaged before dispatch.
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The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, and no cash alternative is offered.
How to apply
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Applications open on 10 July 2026 and close on 31 August 2026 at 11:59pm. To apply, complete the application form on this page. There is no charge to apply.
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Only one application may be submitted per organisation. Should we receive multiple applications from the same organisation, only the most recent will be considered.
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Applications which are incomplete, indecipherable, or contain false or misleading information will be deemed void.
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We accept no responsibility for applications that are not received, are delayed, incomplete, or are lost due to a technical problem.
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Personal information submitted as part of an application will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy
Eligibility
To apply, your organisation must:
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be based in the United Kingdom (including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man) or the Republic of Ireland
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be a community organisation, for example a community centre, school PTA or PTFA, sharing library, local eco action group, registered charity, or similar not for profit group
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not already be an existing Party Kit Network member, and not already operate an existing party kit
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be able to provide a UK or Ireland delivery address for the kit if shortlisted
This campaign is for organisations starting a party kit for the first time. It is not open to existing Party Kit Network members looking to expand or add to a kit they already operate. For the purposes of these terms, an “existing member” is any organisation with a pin on the Party Kit Network Find a Party Kit map as of 9 July 2026.
Applications may not be submitted by individuals applying in a personal capacity, or by commercial, for profit businesses.
You may not submit an application if you are a current employee, director, or board member of Party Kit Network CIC, or an immediate family member of the above.
If you are applying on behalf of a group and are under 18 years of age, you must have the permission of a parent, guardian, or supervising adult to submit an application.
We may contact applicant organisations directly to verify any information provided in the application.
Selection process
All valid applications received by the closing date will be reviewed by the Party Kit Network board of directors.
Applications will be assessed against the following criteria:
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how clearly the applicant has described how the kit would be used
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how the kit would be shared or lent out within the community
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how the kit would be stored and looked after
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the likely reach and benefit to the local community
We reserve the absolute right to exclude from consideration any application whose inclusion might constitute a reputational risk to Party Kit Network CIC and those associated with it.
The decision of Party Kit Network CIC is final. No correspondence will be entered into regarding the outcome of individual applications.
The winner will be announced by 30 September 2026 via our social media channels and by direct email to the winning applicant.
Delivery
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The kit will be shipped by Party Kit Network CIC to the winning organisation's nominated UK or Ireland address at no cost to the winner.
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We aim to dispatch the kit within 4 weeks of the winner being notified, subject to confirmation of a suitable delivery address and any necessary import or customs arrangements for deliveries to the Republic of Ireland.
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Should the winning organisation become unable to receive or use the kit, they should let us know as soon as possible so the kit can be offered to another applicant.
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Insofar as permitted by law, we will not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, personal injury, or death arising from receipt or use of the kit, except where caused by our negligence. Your statutory rights are not affected.
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Should the winning organisation retire the kit within two years of receipt, they are asked to pass it on to another organisation within their community or offer it back to us so it can be rehomed again with another community group.
Publicity
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The name of the winning organisation may be announced on our website and social media channels (Facebook and Instagram: @partykitnetwork).
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The winning organisation will be asked to provide a short comment and photo for use in our social media and press activity. Participation in any further publicity, such as interviews or case studies, is at the discretion of the winning organisation.
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The name of the individual who submitted the application will not be published without separate consent.
General
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By submitting an application, you confirm that you are authorised to apply on behalf of your organisation and agree to be bound by these terms.
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Applications must not be defamatory, abusive, illegal, or promote illegal activity, and must not contain false, harassing, or offensive content.
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This campaign and all related arrangements are subject to cancellation, suspension, or amendment by us at our discretion, should it become necessary.
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These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Applicants based in the Republic of Ireland may also have rights under Irish consumer protection law that are not affected by this clause.