Fun, creative ways to raise money and support people living with cancer.
Fundraising ideas
At Wessex Cancer Support, we know that fundraising should be enjoyable as well as rewarding. Whether you’re planning something with friends, family, colleagues or your local community, there are endless ways to raise money and make a difference.
Here are some of our favourite fundraising ideas to get you started.
Social and community fundraising
Coffee morning
−A classic fundraiser that never goes out of style. Invite friends, family, or colleagues to share cake and conversation while donating to a great cause.
Host a quiz night
+Test your friends’ knowledge and add some healthy competition. Charge an entry fee, organise teams and maybe include a raffle.
Throw a party
+Whether it’s a glamorous ball, themed kids’ party or laid-back film night, parties are a brilliant way to have fun while raising money. Sell tickets, organise a raffle or add a fundraising twist to the evening.
Bingo night
+Bingo brings people together of all ages. Download free bingo cards from sites like My Free Bingo Cards and donate entry fees to Wessex Cancer Support.
Sport and fitness fundraising
Arrange a sports tournament
−Football, netball, cricket, or even table tennis, tournaments are a great way to bring people together. Charge teams to enter and award prizes.
Need help? Chat with our Fundraising Team
Organise a golf day
+Work with your local club to host a golf competition, complete with refreshments and an auction afterwards.
Get fit for charity
+Take part in a sponsored run, cycle, swim, or challenge or join one of our official challenge events.
Explore our Events A–Z or request your fundraising pack by emailing fundraising@wessexcancer.org.uk
Centre-to-centre challenge
+Walk, run, cycle, or swim between our Wessex Cancer Support centres. Create your own adventure while raising funds mile by mile.
Big fundraising adventures
Skydive or zipwire challenge
−Take fundraising to new heights! Join one of our thrilling challenge events or sign up for your own. Find inspiration on our Challenge Events page.
Travel adventure
+Plan a sponsored trek, long-distance cycle, or overseas challenge. Charity adventure companies like Global Adventure Challenges can help you plan.
Get your community involved
At Wessex Cancer Support, we believe that strong communities are at the heart of every successful fundraising effort. Whether you are a community fundraiser, volunteer, client, or part of a school, college, or local group, there are countless ways to get involved and support our vital work.
Why community fundraising matters
By coming together, local people can make a big difference. Every bucket collection, cake sale, fun run, or school fundraising event helps us to provide free, local cancer support services to families across Hampshire, Dorset, the Isle of Wight, and Jersey.
Your support not only raises essential funds but also increases awareness of the help available for anyone affected by cancer in our community.
Ways to get involved
We offer a wide range of community fundraising opportunities for individuals, schools, groups, and organisations. Here are just some of the ways you can take part:
School fundraising
−From non-uniform days to sponsored challenges, there are endless fun and creative ways for schools to get involved.
We can provide fundraising ideas for primary schools and online fundraising resources for older pupils, helping young people learn about teamwork, compassion and making a difference.
Chat with our Fundraising Team
Email: fundraising@wessexcancer.org.uk
Parish and local group fundraising
+Churches, community groups and social clubs can host events such as quizzes, coffee mornings or raffles.
Parish fundraising is a fantastic way to unite your community around a shared cause.
Bucket cans and donation drives
+Simple yet effective, collection buckets at local events, shops or community centres help raise steady and vital funds.
We can provide branded collection cans and materials to make your fundraising event a success.
Community charity events
+From fun days and fêtes to concerts and sports challenges, organising an event is a brilliant way to bring people together while raising money for local cancer support.
How we support you
Our fundraising team is here to guide you every step of the way. We can provide:
- Fundraising packs full of ideas, resources, and practical tips
- Advice and guidance tailored to your event or group
- Promotional materials to help spread the word
- Encouragement and support to make sure your fundraising is as rewarding as it is impactful
Together, we can build a network of caring individuals and groups committed to making life better for those living with cancer.
“After a visit at school from Wessex Cancer Support and hearing stories of their work, we were all very inspired to get involved and raise as much money as we could!”
Zoe Loosemore, Headteacher, Hiltingbury Junior School
How your money helps
£40
Provides a free counselling session which can help a client understand the emotions they are feeling.
£100
Provides one month of supplies for our complementary therapies which can help a client manage their pain and ease anxiety.
£350
