Top 10 Tips
1. GET A PLAN
Put a plan together of how much you expect to raise and how you will do it. This will help you to set realistic targets and make sure that you get your sponsorship money in on time.
2. GIVE YOUR SUPPORTERS SOMETHING FOR THEIR MONEY
You get a better response by giving people something in return for their money than by asking them for straight sponsorship, this could be as simple as offering balloons or stickers – we can help with this.
3. WHAT CAN YOU DO THAT YOUR SUPPORTERS WOULD BE WILLING TO PAY FOR?
Previous ideas have included a hairdresser putting on a fashion show and one budding cook offering their catering services for small dinner parties.
4. THINK ABOUT WHO YOU KNOW
How can you reach people beyond your usual group of friends or colleagues for sponsorship. If you have children, could they raise money through school?
5. TIME YOUR FUNDRAISING EVENT
Certain events work better at certain times of the year, for example, you could hold an Easter Egg Hunt during the Easter holidays. Sporting/entertainment events are perfect for sweepstakes.
6. CAN YOUR EMPLOYER HELP?
Make the most of your workplace. Ask your employer to match what you raise, or even give a donation. Many companies set aside a fund for this purpose. Do they have a Charity of the Year scheme?
7. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SOMETHING THAT ALREADY EXISTS
Make your fundraising just that little bit easier by using something that already exists. Does your local pub already have a quiz? Might they be willing to donate the proceeds?
8. YOUR SUPPORTERS DON’T ALWAYS HAVE TO PART WITH THEIR CASH
Giving money is not the only way supporters can help – can they donate a prize, equipment or time to help us achieve some of our goals?
9. STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD
If you’re doing a sponsored event, make sure you ask us for a FREE NDS t-shirt.
10. GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME TO PLAN YOUR FUND RAISING AND MAKE THE MOST OF IT!
It’s important to give yourself more time than you think you need, you never know just how long it’s going to take.
