Thanks for thinking about raising funds for Coping with Cancer in Leicestershire and Rutland. We rely on fundraising and donations to continue to provide our valuable services to local people affected by cancer. We know that the idea of raising money can seem like a challenge in itself, so we've packed this section of our website full of useful ideas, hints and tips to help you along the way.
Whatever you choose to do, enjoy it and have fun. Every penny you raise will make a difference to local people affected by cancer.
We're here to help! Drop us a line to say hello, let us know you're fundraising for us, and see if there's any advice or assistance we can offer you, from designing and printing posters to information about relevant laws and regulations. Call us on 0116 223 0055 or email fundraising@c-w-c.org.uk.
There are lots of different ways you can get involved. Get together with friends or family and have some fun. If you're stuck for ideas, our 'What Will You Do?' fundraising leaflet contains some of our favourites to get you started.
If you're thinking of raising money with colleagues, our 'Fundraising at Work' leaflet is packed with great fundraising ideas for the office, factory, shop or
wherever you work! If your employer as a whole wants to raise money for charity, check out our Corporate Support section, where you'll find nformation about some of the different ways to get involved. If you choose a 'Charity of the Year' at work, consider nominating Coping with Cancer. Our 'Charity of the Year' leaflet has some ideas to get you started, and don't forget we'll be here to help you make the most of your fundraising.
Our Fundraising Inspiration page is where you'll find our Fundraising Guide (so packed full of help it's a large file - please be patient while downloading!). It contains everything you need to know to successfully raise funds for Coping with Cancer. On this page, you'll also find our handy guides to organising some specific fundraisers, along with helpful materials to download.
If you fancy taking on a personal challenge, from running a marathon or throwing yourself out of a plane to being quiet or giving up chocolate, our Get Sponsored page has plenty of information, as well as sponsor forms and help with getting yourself an online fundraising page.
You can join in at our Fundraising Events throughout the year - there's something for everyone, from Supper with the Psychics to our Family Fun Day.
You could also set up or join one of our local fundraising groups - information coming soon.
Don't forget, we're here to help, so let us know what you're planning. We may be able to help with things like designing and printing posters and tickets, setting up an online fundraising page or advice on relevant laws and regulation.