Whether you’ve got an idea in mind or you’re seeking inspiration, we’d like to say a big thank you for being here. You might be planning a cake sale, a quiz or a mighty physical challenge but whatever you decide on, your actions will help tackle some of the world’s toughest problems.
Because we know that where there’s action, there’s hope.
With so many suffering the effects of flooding, drought, pollution and unemployment, we must take action. Starting today.
Thanks to fundraisers like you
In 2022-23*, we supported 2.17m people and their families, and 8.4m people through changing policies and ways of working.
* April 2022 – March 2023
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Whether it’s a lunchtime gym challenge or a talent night, fundraising activities are a great way to get to know your colleagues while raising vital money.
You may wish to honour someone’s memory by creating a Tribute Fund, just like Amy Hawkins did for her dad, Nick.
From the ‘Squashed tomato challenge’ to ‘Farmers footsteps’, our brain-boosting schools’ resources make ideal fundraising activities.
Creating a crowdfunding donation page, like JustGiving or a fundraiser on Facebook or Instagram is a seamless way to raise funds as the money goes directly to Practical Action. You can also collect cash from people who don’t have access to the internet then pay in the money to us at a later date.
Find the answers to many of your 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.
