Many charities benefit from the support of local business and entrepreneurs. For Simon Community the support of businesses proves vital. It not only allows for local and provincial support for projects and their work in various areas throughout Northern Ireland, but they also provide in many cases gifts and donations in kind to the charities work, such as turkeys at Christmas. Businesses can also support the work of Simon Community by sponsoring an event, taking a table at the Gala Ball, or providing support in kind through their staff and expertise.