A-Z of Fundraising Ideas
Get inspired with our tried-and-tested ways of raising money for Whizz Kidz
Want to raise money for Whizz Kidz but need more ideas of what to do? You’re on the right page! We have loads of instant inspiration listed from A to Z. Don’t forget that whatever you decide on, every action you take, and every pound you make will help young wheelchair users go further.
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| A for Afternoon Tea | At work, school or with your friends and family, make some yummy treats, raise your pinky when you drink & ask for donations to join |
| B for Birthday Fundraising | Want to do something incredible for your birthday this year - set up a Facebook Birthday Fundraiser and ask for donations instead of presents (add in a link to our FB page) |
| C for Climbing | Get sponsored to climb your stairs the equivalent of steps it takes to climb major global landmarks - think the Eiffel Tower, Kilimanjaro or even Mount Everest! |
| D for Dress Down Day | Dress down (or up!) for school or work- ask everyone to make a donation and don't forget to tag us in photos on social @WhizzKidzUK |
| E for Eurovision | Or use another event to create your own sweepstake to raise funds - use your handy guide here (link to resource) |
| F for Film Night | Get your mates round, snacks in, and everyone makes a donation to watch some films on disability rights, movement and personal stories, all for Whizz Kidz. (ask Kidz Board/staff for recommendations) |
| G for Games Night | Get together with your friends and family for a games night with a twist - all pay to entry and spilt the total between the winner and Whizz-Kidz. |
| H for Head Shave | Go old school and shave it off for donations - stay old school and find our sponsorship forms here (link to digital resource) |
| I for International | Did you know that we have some international sponsored events that you could take on? Check our our events page (note we currently only have Berlin but will likely expand so once we do, we will add in individually names and linked events). |
| J for JustGiving | It is quick to set up your own online fundraising page using JustGiving using own guide here (add in link when ready) - you can easily share with friends and family to encourage them to donate to Whizz Kidz - let them know that just £x could do XYZ (I want to add in a price point here if you have one for around £20/30?) |
| K for Karaoke | Find out who's got the best pipes at karaoke! Find a venue, charge an ebtry fee and see if they would kindly donate a portion of the drinks takings from the night tp Whizz Kidz. Guest could even pay for someone to sing a song of their choice…. (does this makes sense?!) |
| L for the London Marathon | What else could it be?! Sign up today - (adding in link for LM24) here |
| M for Match Funding | Before you start your fundraising, ask your work if they offer match funding to double your impact on Whizz Kidz |
| N for Night In | Swap your night out for a night in and self donate the difference to Whizz-Kidz. Pick a great film, grab your PJs and enjoy your night! |
| O for Open Mic Night | Calling all singers, musicians, comedians, magicans and everyone inbetween - host your own open mic night! Reach out to a local pub to see If they will donate the venue and simply charge an entry fee and ask for donations on the night |
| P for Playlist | Listen to music when running? Your friends and family get to pick their favourite (or not!) song to add to your playlist to listen to on the day - for a small fee! |
| Q for Quitting | Whether its your morning coffee, chocolate or that little tipple, get sponsored to give something up! You don’t have to wait for January or Lent… |
| R for Recycling | Got a few things in your wardrobe gathering dust? Get yourself down to a carboot or using an secondhand app to sell things you done wear anymore and donate the money |
| S for Skydive | Challenge yourself to a Once in a Lifetime challenge and get sponsored to fly like a bird for Whizz-Kidz - sign up here (link to skydive page) |
| T for Tourment | At work or with your friends and family, get into teams, pay to enter your team and host a tourament for Whizz Kidz - it could be football, wheelchair basketball, rounders - get creative and have fun! |
| U for Unsure | Still not sure what to do? Contact us to chat through your idea using this form (add in register your fundraising form link) |
| V for Village Fete | Organise your own Whizz Kidz stall at your local fete to raise funds and spread awareness of our work. Get in touch and let us know how we can help - events@whizzkidz.org.uk |
| W for Walking | Get out in the fresh air and organise a sponsored walk. Find a completely accessible route, invite friends and family and raie funds. (Not sure if this eist but could we add something like - Check out our accessibility checklist to make sure your walk is accessible for everyone - does that exist?!) |
| X for X Marks the Spot! | Create your own treaure hunt - decide on your treasure, plan your clues or design a map, and organise your own pirate treasure hunt. Reach out to local businesses for treaure and charge friends and family to take part |
| Y for Year Long Support | Nominate Whizz-Kidz as your school's or company's Charity of the Year. Raise money for Whizz-Kidz through different fundraising events all year round. |
| Z for Zumbathon | Ask your local zumba or gym intructors to host a charity class for WhizzKidz - get in shape and make a difference! |
If you have any questions or need support with your fundraising, get in touch with us:
- Email events@whizz-kidz.org.uk
- Call 020 7233 9696