Fundraising ideas

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From cake sales to skydives, get inspired and find a fundraising idea that works for you.

We can help you with everything you need to make your activity go brilliantly. Discover downloadable resources, become inspired by some of the ideas below, or contact your local community fundraising manager for a chat about your own, special fundraising activity.

We want to make sure you get all the support you need. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact us: 01494 569 048 or email [email protected]

Do your own thing

Want to fundraise in your own way? For inspiration about different and exciting ways to raise money for Child Bereavement UK, click on any of the ideas below. You’ll find downloadable resources to help you on your way. Your idea not listed? Need some support from your Regional Fundraising Manager? Please call 01494 569 048 or email [email protected] for one-to-one fundraising advice. Read more

Local business fundraising

Fundraising support from the local business community is vitally important to Child Bereavement UK. It’s also good for your business, helping to enhance your brand and profile within your community. We’ll help you get the most from your efforts by helping to give you some publicity. We’re always keen to hear your fundraising ideas. However, we also have some ideas for inspiration that can be adapted to suit any size of workforce. Read more

Fundraising for schools

Schools can play an important role in helping raise funds for good causes. With the help of your school, we can reach so many more children when their need is greatest. Read more

Fundraising for community groups and clubs

Having fundraising support from community groups and clubs is fundamental to Child Bereavement UK. You are the heartbeat of your local communities; places where like-minded people get together to enjoy activities, socialising and shared interests. Whether you are a Golf Club, Bowling Club, Rotary or a Community Group with a shared interest, we would love to have your support. Here are just some suggestions about how you could get involved and make a difference to the children, young people and f Read more

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Kilimanjaro Team 2020
Support & Information Team Member

We are seeking to appoint a Support & Information (Helpline) Team Member to provide support and information to both families and professionals contacting Child Bereavement UK by telephone, live chat and email.
Baby Loss Retreat

Baby Loss Retreat aim to relieve the emotional and psychological suffering to parents who have suffered a bereavement following stillborn, miscarriage and Neonatal Death by providing respite to families.
Join the Big Bake

Whether you like baking cakes, eating cakes, buying cakes, or just doing something in support of charity, you can help raise funds for Child Bereavement UK by getting involved in the Big Bake.

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