Inspiring ideas and essential tools for fundraising that makes a real difference
If you’re thinking about raising money to support a good cause, you’re in the right place.
Whether you’ve already got a fundraising idea or you’re seeking inspiration, the information on this page can help. You might be planning a cake sale, a quiz or a mighty physical challenge. Whatever you decide, your actions will help tackle some of the world’s toughest problems.
Right now, global climate and environmental crises are threatening years of progress against poverty. With so many suffering the effects of flooding, drought, pollution and unemployment, we must take action. Starting today.
With the help of people like you, we’ve been working for six decades towards a world that works better for everyone. We blend cutting-edge technology with traditional knowhow to create simple, effective solutions, at pace.
Any amount you raise has the power to fight poverty. So read on to find out more about how your fundraising can help.
Download a copy of our fundraising pack, full of tips and ideas to help you on your fundraising journey
From raffles to fun runs there are plenty of ways to raise money, and any amount you raise has the power to fight poverty.
There’s lots more information in our fundraising guide to help you plan and run your fundraising activity.
Fundraising is a great way to get to know your colleagues while raising vital money.
Honour someone’s memory with a Tribute Fund, just like Amy Hawkins did for her dad, Nick.
Our brain-boosting schools’ resources make ideal fundraising activities.
“Practical Action’s projects have made a tangible difference in people’s lives and I hope any donations we obtain will further their amazing work.”
“I cannot wait to raise money for Practical Action by doing this next record attempt.”
Find the answers to many FAQs in your Fundraising Guide, downloadable here.
Disaster can strike those at the frontline of poverty at any time, so it’s crucial that we’re able to use unrestricted funds, so they can go where the need is greatest.
Unrestricted funds are used to support the whole organisation across the globe.
Our teams are all working as hard as they can to put your generosity into action, so it’s unlikely we’ll be able to attend, even though we’d love to.
Remember, we would love to hear about your fundraising efforts! Please let us know your plans by emailing [email protected].
All our funds are needed on the front line, so we aren’t able to financially support any personal or corporate fundraising events. If you do need to buy prizes then remember that only your profits will be donated.
It’s a good idea to ask local businesses or traders for support. You might be surprised how many offers of support you get, especially with ‘free’ prizes like time or expertise.
If you are lucky enough to have got a place through a ballot then we’d love you to run in support of Practical Action, but sadly we can’t allocate places.
Remember, we would love to hear about your fundraising efforts! Please let us know your plans by emailing [email protected].
You can send us a bank transfer or a cheque. All our details are on the More ways to give page.
Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows us to reclaim the basic rate tax you pay as a UK taxpayer. It means that we can claim 25p of tax for every £1 you donate at no extra cost to you.
We are unable to claim Gift Aid on donations made in return for tickets (e.g. raffles, events or auctions), or in exchange for goods or services (e.g. a bake sale).
When you are fundraising, the person donating to your fundraiser would need to state if they are able to Gift Aid their donation or not (they can tick on our fundraising form). To process Gift Aid declarations we’ll need the full name, first line of address and post code of your supporter. They must also be a UK Taxpayer and pay enough tax.
If there’s something you can’t find, we may be able to help. Email us on [email protected] or call our team on +44 (0) 1926 634400.
