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YOUR GUIDE TO fundraising Raise funds for CCLG to help shape a future where all children with cancer survive www.cclg.org.uk ChildrensCLG CCLG_UK Thank you for your support We’re delighted that you are interested in supporting Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) by organising a fundraising activity. It’s through the generosity of incredible people like you that we can continue our vital work. Your support will be directly funding research, helping us to save more young lives. This guide aims to give you all the information you need to plan, organise and enjoy your fundraising event and smash your fundraising target. We’re here to support you every step of the way. If you want to discuss your fundraising ideas, or get some more materials to support your fundraising, please get in touch: Call us on 0333 050 7654 or email us at [email protected] Good luck with your fundraising and thanks again for your support! Team Kai Rally Fundraiser Sam Marsh taking part in the ‘Only the Brave’ Obstacle Run 2 Kieran had his head shaved to raise funds for us! Your support matters Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) is a leading national charity and expert voice for all childhood cancers. We fund and support innovative world-class research and collaborate, both nationally and internationally, to drive forward improvements in childhood cancer. Each week in the UK and Ireland, more than 30 children are diagnosed with cancer. Our network of dedicated professional members work together in treatment, care and research to help shape a future where all children with cancer survive and live happy, healthy and independent lives. Our award-winning information resources help lessen the anxiety, stress and loneliness commonly felt by families, giving support throughout the cancer journey. We rely on fundraising and donations to continue our vital work. It’s crucial we nd a cure! When you’ve spent time in a children’s cancer ward and seen babies and young children slipping away and lose the most precious thing in your own life, you really know how important it is to give support. Jill, CCLG Fundraiser 3 Fundraising ideas Fundraising can be fun as well as rewarding. You can support CCLG either on your own or as part of a team, at work or in your free time. There are plenty of ways to get involved... Take on a challenge a charity, we can help you to set up a Visit www.cclg.org.uk to fi nd out more bespoke scheme or events calendar so about the huge range of events we you can focus on having fun and raising have guaranteed places in, across the funds. Please get in touch to fi nd out UK and around the world. From 5k more – we’d love to hear from you. runs to marathons, cycles to triathlons there’s something to suit everyone. And Our events there’s even more available through our We organise a range of events each event partners, including skydives and year, including our Big Play Date, festive overseas cycle and trekking challenges. fundraising events and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month each September. You Get sponsored can get involved at home, at school, You could organise a sponsored event such at work or in your local community as a walk, cycle or swim, a headshave... – just order a free fundraising pack the possibilities are endless! Of course from our website and get stuck in! we’ll be there to provide information and support, just get in touch to fi nd out more. However you choose to support At home us, we’ll be here every step of the From asking friends and family to way to offer advice, support and donate money instead of birthday or materials to help your fundraising anniversary gifts, to a coffee morning or event go spectacularly! pamper party, there are plenty of ways to get together with family and friends, have some fun and support CCLG. At school From lunchtime cake sales to non-uniform days, there are lots of ways your school can get involved and raise funds for CCLG. At work You could have a dress down day, an offi ce tournament or competition, or sale. Coventry CCAM Gold Ribbon Walk There are many ways your company can support CCLG, including charity of the year schemes, payroll giving and sponsorship. Bethany’s Wish If your workplace doesn’t currently support Hair Cut Fundraiser 4 of fundraising ideas... A H R Aerobathon Half marathon Race night Afternoon tea Halloween party Raffl e Art exhibition Head shave Record breaker Art and craft stall Rugby match I Running event B It’s a knockout competition Barbecue Indoor games S Bathe in a bath of... Silent auction Battle of the Bands J Sports day Bike ride Jam sale Sponsored silence Bingo Jazz night Sweepstake Black Tie event Jewellery making Sweet sale Book sale Jumble sale Swim-a-thon Bungee jump K T C Karaoke competition Talent show Cake sale Knit-a-thon Teddy bears’ picnic Car boot sale L Tombola Charity car wash Treasure hunt Line dancing Christmas Jumper Day Tug-of-war Loud tie day Clothes swap Twenty-four-hour event Lunch money donations Coffee morning U D M Uniform free day Dance-a-thon Marathon University Challenge Darts match Masked ball Unwanted gift sale Dinner and dance Musical evening V Dog walking N Dress down day Valentine’s party Name the... Variety show E New Year’s Eve party Vintage pop-up shop Easter egg hunt Nearly new sale Ebay sale Non-uniform day W Eighties night Walkathon O Waxing F Offi ce lottery Wear it backwards day Fair or fete Offi ce mini olympics day Face painting Odd job day X Fancy dress Open garden Xmas fair X-Factor competition Fashion show P Food and wine tasting Pamper evening Y Football match Parachuting Yogathon Fun run Penalty shoot-out Yo-yo competition G Pop-up shop Garden party Pub quiz Z Zip wire Gift wrapping service Q Give up... Zumbathon Quiet day Guess the weight of... Quiz night 5 Top tips forfor organisingorganising youryour eventevent Once you’ve chosen your event, our top tips will help you get organised so you can have some fun while supporting us! Still not sure what Planning type of event to choose? your event... • Take a look at our ideas on pages 4-5 Even the simplest activities need or visit our website for inspiration. some planning and preparation. • Keep it simple! Pick something you Organising your own event can enjoy doing, or have experience of. be challenging, but we’re here to • Ask friends, family or colleagues what give you advice and support and they think about your idea – after all, make it as easy as possible. you’re likely to be asking them for support! Who? Budget • Think about who you’ll be inviting to your event, and how you’ll do it. • Aim to raise at least three • Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Use other people’s skills too! times as much as you spend. • Create a simple budget When? and stick to it! • Choose a date and allow time to organise your activity. Weekends are • Work out what things will usually best, but Fridays are good if you’re fundraising at work. cost and ask for a charity discount • Try to avoid clashes with any major events, like big sports games. or a donation from your suppliers. • Write a plan of what tasks need doing and by when - keep it updated. It’s always worth asking! Where? • Think about the kind of space and facilities you’ll need to suit the number of people. • Book your venue in plenty of time and mention that your event is for charity. Often, you’ll be able to pay less or use it for free. #teamCCLG 6 Get the word out... Once you’ve decided on the details, it’s time to drum up support! The more people you tell, the more successful your event will be. Your fundraising pack Your free pack contains helpful template posters to advertise your event. Don’t forget to ask permission before putting up posters! Social media Tell people about your event using social media. Post some information on your profi le and get the word out to your friends and the people they know. If you have an online fundraising page, include the link! If you pay tax in the UK, you can Gift Aid Who? SPONSORSHIP FORM your donation, at no extra cost to you! • Think about who you’ll be inviting to your event, and how you’ll do it. Let us know too! Find us on Facebook House name Title Initial Surname Postcode Date paid Your Gift Aid? or number • Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Use other people’s skills too! @ChildrensCLG, Twitter and Instagram www.cclg.org.uk donation (Please tick) @CCLG_UK and LinkedIn (search for ChildrensCLG CCLG_UK Miss A Jones 10 LE2 7LX 1.10.16 £10.00 ü Registered charity number 286669 When? ‘Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group’). Name: • Choose a date and allow time to organise your activity. Weekends are Don’t forget to use the hashtag #teamCCLG usually best, but Fridays are good if you’re fundraising at work. Event: • Try to avoid clashes with any major events, like big sports games. Local press Don’t forget to fill in all boxes in your own handwriting, otherwise we’re unable to claim Gift Aid Event date: • Write a plan of what tasks need doing and by when - keep it updated.