Credit crunch sponsorship tips

Some fundraising recession busting tips for obtaining sponsorship…

• Try to get your sponsorship up front. When people sign your sponsorship sheet ask them for their gift up front, or ask them to use www.justgiving.com as the funds come directly to us and get put on your record.
• Do a few small events and charge people to get involved, this way they feel they are getting something back for their money. If you need ideas contact us in the office.
• Become the office tuck shop! Buy some crisps and chocolate and sell around the office for a profit. Once the word gets round they will be coming to you on a daily basis!
• EBay any unwanted presents or household items, and ask your friends and relatives to do the same.
• Get people you know to fill a Smartie tube full of 20ps or £1s you will be surprised how little they will miss a few coins and how much this raises.
• Get 26 people to run a marathon for you and get sponsored, one person per mile, or how ever long a chunk they wish to take on.

If you are struggling with your fundraising, please contact us on 020 7324 4170 or email us early on to see how we can help.

Please remember that whilst times are tough – as a charity we still need to keep operating and going out there saving lives and offering the community support, we can only do this with your help and the help of your sponsors.