Thinking of holding a coffee morning, champagne lunch or cream tea?  Maybe even a girl’s night in or a cocktail party?  Doing a sponsored walk, run or other fundraiser?  We’d be delighted if you decide to donate the proceeds to RCV.

Please contact us we that we can support you!

HINTS AND TIPS

• Decide on a date and venue

Think about where you would like to hold your fundraising event.  Will it be at home, at the office, the local pub or town hall?  What time of year would be best for the event that you are planning?  Make sure to check the calendar for important dates that might clash!

• Work on a budget and set a target

Set yourself a fundraising target and make sure that it is worthwhile compared to what you will need to spend.  Make sure that you stick to your budget.

Contact your local businesses, pubs and restaurants to donate items, prizes and to advertise the event.

• Stay organised

Write a checklist of all the things that you will need and a schedule of events so you can tick them off as you go along.

Working with friends can be rewarding so set up a fundraising team, remember everyone has different skills that can contribute to the event.

• Advertise and Promote

Word of mouth is the most successful way of promoting an event so tell everyone you know!  Put up posters in your area, contact local radio stations and newspapers to get the word out.  Maybe there is a local celebrity that would like to come along to your event!

• Invite your guests

The more guests you have the more money you can raise, so email, phone and send out the details to your friends, family and colleagues!

• Maximize your donations

Ask your supporters to complete a Gift Aid form for all donations.  This allows us to claim an extra 28% on every pound raised at no extra cost to you or the donor.

Why not set up your own fundraising page to make it easier for people to give!

• Remember your supporters

Keep a record of your guestlist and everyone who supported your event.  This will make it simple to thank everyone for helping to raise money for RCV.

• HAVE FUN!

Enjoy yourself and those around you will too!  As well as having a fun day, you will be helping to put colour into lives of others which is enough to make anyone smile!