trying to raise funds for a local charity that has just started up, and awareness to the group its a childrens charity for dyspraxia, any good ideas that are origiinal and wont cost the earth to set up, cos we are trying to raise money not spend it.
2006-11-01 01:28:33 · 6 answers · asked by sue 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Community Service
to musui200 just to let you know it is altogether different from the dyspraxia foundation, and yes it is a much needed charity in our area, i certainly dont know what i would of done without it, my son has dyspraxia, and they are brilliant with advice , ideas and a shoulder to cry on if needed, and can meet in person not just at the end of the phone, it is a lifeline to me and other parents, but more importantly to the children who have been diagnosed, its a safe place to play and meet and be themselves.
2006-11-03 05:23:41 · update #1
Our organisation has a webshop with links to various retailers (amazon, m & s, comet, etc.) who give us commission when people make purchases. It's fantastic, and what's more, it's free! It takes only a few minutes to set up, and there is no maintenance required. Feel free to have a look at ours...
www.buy.at/meashambaptistchurch
and if you if you decide to sign up via our site we will earn a pound, too!
2006-11-01 01:37:41 · answer #1 · answered by anchan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your question is worded in an unclear manner. No-one can be sure whether this is (a) a brand new charitable organisation, or (b) a new branch of an existing charity.
ASSUMPTION (a)
There are too many charities being set up unnecessarily. One charity is enough for each cause. If there are more than one charitable organisation (1) it confuses the general public (2) it is an inefficient use of overall volunteer time, and (3) it is an ineffective and wasteful application of donors' generosity. If this is the case, then your well-meant intentions will still result in raised funds being spent on unnecessary (duplicated) administration costs.
ASSUMPTION (b)
I hope that it is a branch of the Dyspraxia Foundation, which works for children and adults. The Foundation has almost 40 local groups throughout Great Britain, and it provides fundraising advice. http://www.dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/info/local.php
Philanthropy requires wisdom, vision, and common sense - charity with clarity.
2006-11-03 07:22:09 · answer #2 · answered by ♫ Rum Rhythms ♫ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I found a sponsored walk raised £500. Get friends, family etc involved everyone take a sponsorship form to work and you'll make a good start for a great cause. Also get in touch with local companies, ask them to match what you make or provide donations for raffles. I think it's fantastic what your doing and I wish you all the luck in the world. It may even be worth posting on here if anyone wants to sponor you - I would!! Best wishes x
2006-11-01 18:03:01 · answer #3 · answered by olivia_kayla 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hiya i did a few fundraisers when i was a member of the prince's trust.the cheapest thing we came up with was a kissathon. stand in a busy area and the public pay £1 for a kiss on the cheek.as long as you clearly state what its for you will get loads. we raised £50 in 1 hour.hope this helps.
2006-11-01 09:34:45 · answer #4 · answered by charlene1984 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
raise your cause in local media and go for funds.!
2006-11-01 13:08:26 · answer #5 · answered by prince47 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
trunk sales, raffles in local areas (malls, etc..), collecting printer cartriges/old cellphones, canvasing
2006-11-01 09:34:22 · answer #6 · answered by englishrose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋