There are many ways you can fund raise at school, or with a group of young people. These are a few great ideas many have already tried and found to be successful. They can even be adapted to use at children’s’ clubs and in youth groups!

So, to help get you started:

• Sponsored events – eg a sponsored silence/ baking/ football match/ run/ “music-a-thon”
• Spelling / tables competitions/ name a teddy – easy to organise and run over a lunchtime. 
• Music, poetry, dance, swim, cycle-athons... – appeals to all ages and interests.
• Classroom challenges - not only raises money, but house points from your teacher!
• Games club/ Quiz – run over a month or so with a small joining charge
• Themed day – one off donation and lots of fun.
• Bring & Buy – at the end of the day or weekend; helpers are needed but everyone can gain!
• Who’s that baby? – perhaps run over a week or two, lots of laughter and funds raised!
• Dress down days – at work, school or clubs, requires little work but usually well supported!
• Second-hand sale – an event also able to be enjoyed by the community.
• E-bay - sell your stuff in aid of STARS!