Plan your activity

Top tips to help your activity run smoothly

Once you’ve decided how you’d like to fundraise, you can start planning. Don’t forget to register for your fundraising pack for lots more handy tips and advice!

When

Choose a date that suits you and your supporters and remember you’ll need to allow time to organise your activity. Weekends are usually easiest for everyone, or Fridays work well if you’re fundraising at work.

Where

How many people do you expect to take part in your activity?

Think about the kind of space and facilities you’ll need, and if you do need a venue, book it in plenty of time.

Remember to mention that your event is for charity – often you’ll be able to get the venue for a reduced rate or even for free.

Budgeting

Use our simple guide to budgeting to get the most money out of your time.

Set a target

Set a fundraising target. It’s a great way to motivate people to give generously.

‘How to’ guides

Take a look at our ‘How to’ guides to organising popular fundraising activities.

... promote your activity. Once you’ve got your plan, get the word out. The more people that know the more you’ll raise.