Become a Patron

Our Patrons are changemakers — individuals who care deeply about justice and human rights.

Sound like you?

By becoming a Patron of Sandblast Arts, you are able to use your platform to uplift Saharawi voices and bring international attention to a cause too often overlooked.

As a Patron, you help spotlight our flagship education programme, Desert Voicebox, which empowers Saharawi children through English, music, and creative self-expression. You also support our broader mission: to advocate for the Saharawi people, preserve their cultural heritage, and fight for their right to self-determination.

A group of people sitting on a wall, facing away, with some wearing head coverings or scarves. The wall has large painted letters that spell "VICTORIA FINAL." The photograph is in black and white and appears to be taken outdoors with an overcast sky.

What you’ll do

  • Amplify our work through social media and content sharing

  • Attend and advocate at events and fundraisers

  • Support our campaigns and educational programmes

  • Share stories that drive awareness and engagement

A smiling Saharawi woman wearing traditional clothing and jewelry in the foreground, with a rustic mud-brick building and two women walking nearby in the background.

What you’ll receive

  • A personalised welcome and onboarding support

  • Access to exclusive events and opportunities, including visits to the Saharawi refugee camps

  • Ongoing guidance from our communications team to help amplify your impact

Whether you're an artist, athlete, academic, or activist: your voice matters. Join us — and help make their voices heard.

Contact commssandblast@gmail.com to express your interest and connect with a member of our team.

Patrons

A group of people sitting at a table during a gathering or meal inside a tent in the refugee camp. The focus is on a red-haired man with a beard, wearing a green shirt, looking to the right. There are water bottles, food, and beverages on the table.

Click below to view a short video on Russ’s visit to the Saharawi refugee camps in 2024.

Russ Cook

Present - since 2024

@hardestgeezer

The first person ever to run the full length of Africa, Russ is an athlete, adventurer, and motivational speaker. He partnered with us to raise awareness for the Saharawi cause and encourage runners all over the world to travel to participate in the Sahara Marathon.

Momo Hafsi

Present - Since 2007

Since our founding Sandblast festival of 2007, Momo has been a part of Sandblast’s network of advocates and supporters. This year, we are proud to welcome him back to the camps., to lead on implementing a Music training programme, sharing his knowledge and experience as a musician/ producer and composer to run pedagogical and eartrainng workshops at Desert Voicebox.

Ken Loach

Past - 2010-2015

Iconic English filmmaker, Ken Loach, was one of the earliest supporters of Sandblast, having attended our 2007 founding festival as a special guest.

He continues to be an advocate for the Saharawi cause in a personal capacity qnd as someone reknown for supporting justice and human rights causes,

Click click below to hear about Momo’s experiences at Desert Voicebox