Rhino Trade Insurance and Band of Builders are proud to announce a new partnership between the UK charity and the UK award-winning insurance provider, united by a shared commitment to supporting tradespeople and the wider construction industry.
Band of Builders is a UK registered charity providing practical help, wellbeing support and financial assistance to construction workers affected by illness, injury or life-changing circumstances. The charity is best known for delivering rapid, high-impact home adaptation and renovation projects across the UK, alongside national wellbeing services including a 24-hour text support line.
Rhino Trade Insurance is a specialist insurance broker whose sole focus is the UK trades and construction community. The business provides tailored insurance solutions designed around real-world trade risks, including Public Liability Insurance, Tool Insurance, Personal Accident and Income Protection Insurance. Rhino was recognised at the 2022 Insurance Times Awards, winning the Specialist Insurance Broker – Gold Award, reflecting its commitment to service, expertise and the trades it serves.
As part of the partnership, Rhino Trade Insurance will support Band of Builders’ work directly and help raise awareness of the charity across its customer base. Rhino customers are able to donate to Band of Builders at checkout when taking out or renewing their insurance, allowing both new and existing customers to support the charity’s life-changing work.
Band of Builders CEO Gavin Crane said:
“We are delighted to welcome Rhino Trade Insurance as a Strategic Partner of Band of Builders. Rhino has been a valued supporter for several years, and their move to Strategic Partner status reflects a deeper commitment to standing alongside UK construction workers and their families. Through this partnership, Rhino is helping us deliver practical support on the ground, alongside vital wellbeing and financial assistance for those facing crisis.”
Troy Stevens, CEO of Rhino Trade Insurance, added:
“Band of Builders represents the very best of the construction industry – people coming together to support one another when it matters most. We’re incredibly proud to formalise this partnership and to give our customers the opportunity to support Band of Builders directly when they purchase or renew their insurance.”
Band of Builders operates across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and has completed 48 major projects to date, with delivered project value approaching £2 million.
