Marlborough College, the UK’s largest co-educational boarding school, is renowned for its rich heritage, influential alumni and commitment to education. As part of its vision for greater inclusivity, the college aimed to increase full bursary places, ensuring 10% of its pupils receive a free education by 2030. The college seeks to provide talented young people from disadvantaged backgrounds with opportunities to make a transformative impact. We partnered with them to develop The Marlborough Difference, telling real, lived stories that connect audiences to the impact of donations. The effort raised £1.3 million in just 36 hours – a record-breaking amount for Marlborough and for any independent school in the UK.
“A simple idea yet so impactful. Working with True North helped us understand the defining difference that attending Marlborough College could make and use this to engage our donors and stakeholders.”
Kate Graham, Development Communications Manager at Marlborough College
