Fundraising tips

Had a great idea? Or maybe you can’t decide what to do? Don’t worry - we have lots of fundraising tips for you.

Our supporters have discovered many challenging, creative and uncomplicated ways to raise awareness and money for our work.

If you'd like to raise money for us but aren’t sure what to do, take a look at our A-Z list of fundraising ideas for inspiration.

Here a few tips to help you get organised and make the most of your fundraising efforts.

Fundraising Tips

Make a list of who to ask for sponsorship
Start with friends and family then ask work colleagues or neighbours for support.

Put the f-u-n into your fundraising
Make your fundraising as much fun as possible. People are more likely to get involved if you have something to offer in return.

Online fundraising
This is ideal if you have friends who live all over the place. Take a look at our online fundraising page for more details.

Carry sponsor forms everywhere you go
Take advantage of every opportunity!

Post a message on your work intranet
Ask your boss if you can post a message about your fundraising event on the intranet.

Get everyone involved
Tell everyone what you’re doing and give updates on your progress, especially if they have donated.

Ask your company to match what you raise
Many companies have a matched giving scheme – allowing you to double what you have raised!

Use publicity
If you are organising a local event that may be of public interest or something out of the ordinary, contact your local paper, radio or TV station.

Write “ask” letters
Write to local companies asking for a direct donation, or if they might offer to donate a prize for a raffle or auction at your event.

Keep records
Keep records of everyone who has donated as well as those who have pledged and have yet to donate.

Signature-email and phone
You may want to include a message under your email signature or on your answer phone asking for support.

Birthday or anniversary donations
Ask for donations instead of gifts.

Thank your donors
Always remember to thank everyone who has contributed to your fundraising.

Download/view a full list of fundraising tips in PDf format (56kb)
Had a burst of fundraising brilliance or still in need of some guidance? Email us or phone Yvonne on 0207 404 0808 for fundraising ideas and advice.