The Rescue Hustle

Do you and your colleagues have what it takes to top the boardroom?

This year Bristol’s businesses will step into the spotlight for our brand-new corporate challenge: The Rescue Hustle.

Inspired by the high-pressure world of The Apprentice, the task is simple:

• We give your team £50 seed money
• You have four weeks to grow it into as much profit as possible
• Go head-to-head with teams in your own company and against businesses across Bristol
• Choose any time between now and the beginning of August to take on the challenge
• At the end, only one team will be crowned champions in true boardroom style

Why take part?

The Rescue Hustle is more than just a challenge – it’s a chance to:

• Showcase creativity – from bake sales and raffles to clever upsells or brand-new money-making ideas
• Build teamwork – unite colleagues around a fun, competitive project
• Boost profile – compete publicly against other Bristol businesses
• Make a difference – every pound raised supports Bristol A.R.C.’s work rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in need

Key details

📅 Challenge dates: Your team can take part anytime between now and August 2026, with the challenge ending on 31st August. Choose the four-week window that works best for you. Just make sure to register by Monday 27 July to take part.
👥 Team size: Up to 5 people
💷 Starting fund: £50 provided by Bristol A.R.C.
🏆 Winner: Announced in September, with a spotlight on the winning business

How to enter

It’s time to step into the boardroom and prove your hustle.

Email fundraising@bristolarc.org.uk to register your team. You’ll receive our full Event Pack with guidance, inspiration, and tips to help you get started

Register before Monday 27th July to secure you’re place in the boardroom.