Community & Us
Proud of Our Roots. Passionate About Our Community.
Macclesfield has always been at the heart of our story. It's where our great-great-grandfather first put down his Italian roots and founded Arighi Bianchi, supported by the local community around him. From the town's silk manufacturers to generations of local families, Macclesfield has played a vital role in shaping who we are today.
More than 170 years on, we're just as proud of our roots and the community that has supported us along the way. As a family-run business, we believe that being part of a community means more than simply being based here. It's about giving back, supporting one another and making a positive difference wherever we can.
From long-standing charity partnerships and local fundraising to supporting schools, community organisations and sporting clubs, here are just some of the ways we're proud to play our part.
Something Exciting Coming This Christmas: Supporting Little Cherubs
Christmas 2026
Something special is coming to Arighi Bianchi this Christmas!
We're delighted to be working with local charity Little Cherubs on a festive initiative that brings the spirit of giving to our community.
Christmas is a time for kindness, generosity and coming together, and we're looking forward to sharing how our customers and local community can get involved in making a difference this festive season.
Keep an eye out. More details coming soon!
An Evening with Tom Gilbey, Supporting East Cheshire Hospice
September 2026
In September 2026, we were delighted to welcome wine expert and social media personality Tom Gilbey to Caffè AB for a special evening in support of East Cheshire Hospice.
Bringing together our local community for an evening of wine, conversation and fundraising, the event raised over £700 for a charity that means so much to our family and team.
East Cheshire Hospice has held a special place in our hearts for many years. We've supported the charity since it first opened its doors in 1988, and over the years, members of our own family and team have experienced first-hand the compassion and care it provides.
Events like these are a wonderful reminder of what can be achieved when our community comes together for a good cause.
East Cheshire Hospice: A Partnership Close to Our Hearts
Supporting the hospice since 1988
Our relationship with East Cheshire Hospice goes back to 1988, when the hospice first opened its doors, and it's a cause that remains incredibly close to our hearts.
Over the years, we've been proud to support the hospice in a number of ways, from donating furniture to help create a welcoming and comfortable space for families and friends visiting loved ones, to taking part in numerous 10K fundraising runs.
For us, this partnership is personal. Having seen the care and kindness the hospice provides to members of our own family and colleagues, we understand just how important its work is to people across our local community.
We're incredibly grateful for everything the hospice does and proud to continue supporting such an important local charity.
Supporting Macclesfield FC: More Than Just a Partnership
Local sport and community
Our connection with Macclesfield football goes back generations. In fact, our great-grandfather attended one of the town's earliest football matches in 1874, and our family's love for the Silkmen has continued ever since.
Over the years, we've been proud to support the club both on and off the pitch, including as front-of-shirt sponsors during the memorable 2017 FA Trophy Final and the incredible National League title-winning season in 2018.
Those years created some unforgettable memories, including Nick Bianchi celebrating the Silkmen's famous 2–0 victory at Boreham Wood alongside Danny Whitaker.
Today, we're delighted to continue our partnership for the 2026/27 season, with our fourth-generation Brand Director, Nick Bianchi, proudly serving as a Club Ambassador since 2021.
With so many Macclesfield FC supporters also being Arighi Bianchi customers, it's a partnership that feels particularly special. Both organisations share deep roots in the town, a strong family spirit and a genuine passion for the local community.
Whether it's through sponsorship, matchday support or creating exciting opportunities for fans, we're proud to continue backing a club that means so much to Macclesfield.
Here's to making even more memories with the Silkmen!
Rossendale Trust: Creating Opportunities Together
Community partnership and employment
We're incredibly proud of our long-standing partnership with the Rossendale Trust, a Macclesfield-based charity dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities to live independently, with choice, confidence and opportunity.
For nearly a decade, we've worked together through the charity's WorkTaste programme, offering meaningful work placements across different areas of Arighi Bianchi, from our Creative and Marketing team to Caffè AB.
One particularly special success story is Paul, who first joined us through a WorkTaste placement in our café. Through his hard work, enthusiasm and dedication, Paul developed his confidence and skills and went on to secure paid employment as a valued member of the Caffè AB team.
It's stories like Paul's that remind us why partnerships like these matter so much.
The WorkTaste programme offers individuals the opportunity to gain practical experience in a supportive working environment, helping to build confidence, develop new skills and take positive steps towards greater independence and employment.
We're delighted to continue working alongside the Rossendale Trust and look forward to creating more opportunities together.
Sharing Our Heritage with the Next Generation
Local schools and education
With a history spanning more than 170 years, there's certainly a story or two to tell about Arighi Bianchi!
Our fourth- and fifth-generation family members, Nick Bianchi and Lucy Mather, have enjoyed visiting local primary schools to share the story of our family business, from its Italian beginnings to becoming one of Macclesfield's most recognisable landmarks.
These visits are a lovely opportunity to introduce younger generations to the town's rich history, share how businesses have evolved over time and hopefully inspire a little curiosity about the people and places that make Macclesfield special.
As a family business that has grown alongside the town for generations, we're always happy to share our story with the next generation.
Christmas Jumper Day: A Little Festive Fun for a Good Cause
Annual team fundraising
Every December, our team swaps their usual outfits for something a little more festive as we come together for our annual Christmas Jumper Day!
From classic Christmas knits to wonderfully over-the-top designs, it's always a lovely opportunity to bring some festive cheer into the showroom while raising money for a worthwhile cause.
Each year, we choose a different charity to support, giving our team the chance to contribute to causes that make a difference.
It's a simple tradition, but one we look forward to every Christmas.
Thinking Pink: Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness
September 2007
Back in September 2007, one of our 7.5-tonne delivery vehicles received a rather special makeover, turning bright pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness.
For three months, our pink delivery van travelled to customers' homes, helping to raise awareness of an important cause while delivering furniture across the region.
For every delivery made during the campaign, Arighi Bianchi donated £5 to charity, turning everyday deliveries into an opportunity to give something back.
It was a memorable way to bring awareness and fundraising together, and a wonderful example of how even the smallest everyday actions can help make a difference.
A Community We're Proud to Call Home
Macclesfield has been part of our story for more than 170 years, and we're incredibly grateful to everyone who has been part of that journey.
From the customers who visit us each week to the charities, schools, clubs and local organisations we work alongside, it's the people who make our community so special.
As we look to the future, we're excited to continue building these relationships, supporting causes close to our hearts and finding new ways to give back to the place we've always called home.
Thank you for being part of our story.