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Online fundraising for multiple charities
Hi, I want to run a half marathon, and have used Justgiving.com before. However I want to split the money I raise between 2 charities. Is there an easy online way to do this? Justgiving doesn't seem to support it. Thanks jonny_power
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Which charities take stamps/foreign coins?
My OH used to run a small business which involved sending stuff overseas and some travelling. It closed some years ago and we are now clearing out the stuff left over. We have unearthed a large quantity of used stamps (ones with nice images on) from around the world, and ditto used foreign coins. Anyone like to suggest any…
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World Vision
I thought hard before deciding to post this because I don't want to dissuade anyone from supporting the important work which World Vision do. If like me, you sponsor a child through them, you will have received a letter telling you that from next month they are increasing the money they take from you by £4.80 per month (a…
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Male cancer awareness
I am soon going to raise money for a cancer charity by collecting money in tins in public places would like to get male cancer awareness across by wearing underpants or boxer shorts over my normal outerwear.Has anybody got any ideals where i can buy them from with a colour or design which would be noticed many thanks
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CTC York Challenge Ride and Supportive 100 miles
My wife and I are doing the Ron Kitching CTC Challenge Ride & Sportive 100 / 150km on the 25th June 2011. We are riding the 150km (100 miles) and seeking to raise money for the Martin House Children’s Hospice. Martin House Hospice care for Children and Young People with progressive life limiting illnesses, and provide…
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Fundraising Advise!
Hi Everyone, Since the age of nine, my visually impaired son has been organising charity walks on behalf of disadvantaged and disabled children and their families, so they can enjoy summer outings and pantomime visits at Xmas (all organised via a local charity). He has undertaken two events to date and has raised over…
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charity bike ride
hey all On the 11th June my partner is doing a 100km charity cycle ride for Dreams Come True Charity Its through London starting at 23:00hrs!!! If you can spare a few £ss for an amazing charity please donate on the page below, EVERYTHING helps. Thanks…
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Opinions wanted please!
First of all, I apologise for the length of this post ... Now I've retired I'd like to raise some actual money for a charity I've been supporting for a while. I love crafting, and regularly go to craft fairs to help a friend who demonstrates primitive weaving and sells hand-made items. I have found an overseas…
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Plastic Bags Charities Put Through Letterboxes.
We have had several of these over the years & usually I don't have anything to donate, but one charity put a bag in the letterbox three weeks ago & as I had just sorted out a load of clothing I could no longer wear, I filled the bag I had, plus two neighbours bags, with my clothing items. The day came for them to be…
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Summer Ball Cardiff -need help selling tickets and getting items to auction please!
Hello everybody, My name is Claire. I am currently fundraising for Bobath which is a treatment centre for children with cerebral palsy in Wales (charity no: 1010183). I have organised a Summer ball at the Cardiff City Stadium on on the 23rd June. This event is part of a greater picture of fundraising activities which…
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Charity accepting old, freshly laundered pillows.
Is there a national charity with local connections that accepts old pillows. I replace mine quite often and have a pile that are all laundered and I would like them to have a useful purpose as there is still life in them.
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charity accepting baby items?
Hi, does anyone know of a charity that could make use of baby feeding bottles (new, boxed,) steriliser, bottle warmer, stairgates etc. this is assuming charity shops dont take electricals? would like to donate somewhere that could make use of it- thinking maybe women's shelters or something, I dont know? any suggestions?
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£10,000 for Marie Curie Cancer Care if you "like" this Facebook Page!
If you are a Facebook user please like this page http://www.facebook.com/MeccaBingo?v=app_10442206389 For every Mecca Bingo fan page like, Marie Curie will receive 50p. All you have to do is simply click on the like button! Mecca Bingo has pledged to donate up to £10,000, that’s 20,000 likes. So get clicking for your…
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Sponsorship and individuals
Hi, am hoping somebody may have knowledge of this as didnt find anything on google. If a group decide to fundraise for a charity (their choice and not organised by that charity) can they legally deduct large expenses from that sponsorship money and do they have a legal obligation to inform those who sponsor them?
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Free fruit & veg for rescue parrots!
I am an area co-ordinator for a parrot rescue charity (registered charity) and I give a temporary home to parrots whilst they are waiting to be rehomed. There are many of us that do this for the charity. At the moment I have 5 here but some of my colleagues have as many as 17!! As parrots diets consist of 70% fruit /…
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Summer Fair Raffle Prizes (June 18th)
I've been to local companies to get raffle prizes, but I want to find one big one for our Number one prize. But what or who do you think would be good to approach? Has anyone been a real beacon of hope? Do you think it is worth approaching someone Like Chelsea or Man U to see if we can get a box or something like that?…
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Help & Advice Will be Most Appreciated! Dictaphone Recommendations...
Hello Everyone! I really will love your advice on where I can buy a cheap (£20-£30) dictaphone! I need it for recording lectures at Uni. So, I guess max recording time per day is 8 hours. Are there devices which can be charged via a USB connection or plugged into the main socket (a bit like a mobile (ie free from…
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Is there a charity needs unwanted drugs?
I know of a charity which can use unwanted veterinary drugs- they send them overseas. Is there anything similar for human drugs? I have half a packet of malaria tablets (not worth much) but I really begrudge returning them to the pharmacy for safe disposal- what a waste-they are still in date to 2014!!
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Old pairs of glasses?
Does anybody know of a charity collecting old glasses from Oxfordshire? I've had a clear out and have 4 pairs (not very MSE!)
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Summer Fair Stall idea's.
We need some idea's which actually earn money and aren't too hard to supply/set up. Its a normal fair with lots of crowds. We've done Tin can alley (raised £55 approx) and Pick a stick (Raised £15). We would like to do the duck hoop thing but never find any pools etc. We need money making ideas because its for charity and…
