Do your own fundraising

Got a great fundraising idea? Want to fundraise your own way? We're here to help you raise money!

There are many different ways you can raise money for Action for Children. If you don't know what to do, we have lots of charity fundraising ideas to inspire you.

Got a fundraising idea?

Need some inspiration?

There are so many fun things you can do to do your own fundraising. From bake sales, to treasure hunts and sports days. We have some unique fundraising ideas to help you raise money for charity. We also have fundraising resources to make the most of your fundraising experience.

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Fundraising ideas for the family

We have lots of ideas to get you started with fundraising as a family.

Ideas for the family

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Fundraising ideas for children

Get your children involved in fundraising for Action for Children.

Ideas for children

Fundraising ideas at work

Need some inspiration for ways to raise vital funds with your colleagues?

Ideas in the workplace

Fundraising in your church

Host a worship service or event in your church to help us improve the lives of vulnerable children around the UK.

Ideas in your church

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Virtual fundraising ideas

Make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people by fundraising online.

Virtual ideas

Fundraising resources

Use our fundraising resources to raise money, share your progress, and gather support for your cause.

Free resources here

Whether you’re aiming for quiz master, super seller or the best raffle ever. You’re driven. Driven by love to take action for children. And whatever you do, and wherever you do it, your incredible dedication could change the lives of vulnerable children and young people. With our passionate team by your side for everything you need.

Need help?

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Real-life fundraising stories

Darcy's daily joke challenge:

Darcy loves helping others and making people laugh. So in the lead up to Christmas, she created an advent calendar where everyday, she would share a joke in exchange for a donation. She's raised over £500 for Action for Children.

Eric and Idris litter pick challenge:

Eric and Idris's litter pick challenge is an example of how these activities can become an effective way to fundraise. They picked up litter for 100 days and raised over £300 for Action for Children.

Rowan's cycling challenge:

Rowan fundraised for Action for Children by pedalling around his local reservoir as many times as he can. He said:

"I am hoping to raise some money for children who aren't as lucky as me and I want to change that."

Where does your money go?

For every £1 we spend, 85p* goes directly towards helping children, young people and their families. Our supporters help fund a huge range of programmes – from schemes preventing neglect to mental health support.

687,755

We helped 687,755 children and families in 2023/24

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We run 372 services in local communities across the UK

150 years

We’ve been helping children for more than 150 years

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Our fantastic fundraisers have taken on all sorts of challenges to raise funds for Action for Children, with cycle rides, mountain climbs, and board games championships to name just a few. We'd love to hear more about your fundraising ideas!