Any charity is nothing without a strong committee and loyal supporters, and we are so fortunate to have both. As founders, we are truly delighted to be surrounded by such a dedicated team, who we hold dear to our hearts.

Martin and Cathy were the first people to support us after Ian’s passing. Their unwavering love and support have meant the world to us, and we will never forget it. Sally and Mark have also been with us from the very beginning of this journey, and their kindness continues to shine through. We feel incredibly blessed to have them by our side.

Lou, our "Merch Queen," is a constant presence at every SavFest event, working tirelessly and always with a smile. You’ll find her in "Lou’s Lair," making sure everything runs smoothly.

Our dear friends Staci and Ed, across the pond, have poured endless energy into creating and performing at SavFest USA. Their hard work and passion have made such a difference.

We are also incredibly proud to have our first Advocate, Shital, who is helping spread the word about Ian's Chain through her public speaking and appearances at key networking events. Her understanding of the work we do runs deep, and we are so grateful for her support.

We are also lucky to have amazing patrons. When we asked Dan, after one of his gigs, to become a patron, he immediately embraced the idea. His heartfelt speech at our first big SavFest showed just how kind and thoughtful he is. His lyrics resonate with us in ways words can't fully express.

Pete needs no introduction to anyone in the music world. He enthusiastically hosted our SavFest 2021 and continues to do so, and after many deep conversations, we knew he truly understood and supported our mission. He’s not only a talented comedian but also a published author! When we asked him to consider becoming a patron, he didn’t hesitate for a second.

Nicko is one of the kindest people we’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. He’s flown thousands of miles to attend our events, donated prizes, and even organised autograph sessions with his band, Iron Maiden. Ian was a huge Maiden fan, so it was especially meaningful when an Iron Maiden song was played at Ian’s funeral. Nicko is a brilliant drummer, humble in every way, and always makes me smile.

We first met Jo at SavFest 2022, when she launched her podcast Twisted, Torn & Moist and chose us as her first festival to do band interviews. She’s been a dedicated supporter ever since.

Lucy, Morgan, and Kev, all from the music industry, have an in-depth understanding of mental health and its importance. They fully get what we’re trying to achieve, and their 100% support means the world to us.

To each and every one of you: thank you. We couldn't do this without you.

With love,
Alan and Wendy xx