48 hours to raise £50k!
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Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, every pound raised for Raise’25 will be match-funded up to £50,000, including Gift Aid—so £200 can become £500 and £400 can become £1,000. Your support will help 12 Oxfordshire charities provide vital care for people of all ages: young people struggling with confidence or caring responsibilities, adults facing mental health challenges, unemployment, homelessness, or violence, and older people experiencing isolation, disability, or end-of-life needs. Together, we can double every gift and transform local lives.
From Wednesday 5th to Thursday 6th we'll be concentrating our efforts on as many fundraising events as possible to help towards our target. See more below.
20 Fundraising Ideas
The Office Bake Off
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Add 1% to all Invoices
Staff bake their best cakes or pies. Sell slices, crown winners, and donate all proceeds to Raise’25.
Add 1% to all Invoices
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Add 1% to all Invoices
Add a 1% surcharge or pledge 1% of invoices issued. Inform clients that every extra penny supports matched fundraising.
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Charge entry fees to brave contestants. Spectators donate while cheering on colleagues racing to devour the most hot dogs.
Couch to 5k
The Office Swear Jar
Hot Dog Eating Competition
Encourage colleagues to train together, seeking sponsorship for their first 5k run. Great team bonding and fitness-focused fundraising challenge.
Hot Curry Night
The Office Swear Jar
The Office Swear Jar
Host a spicy dinner event with ticket sales and optional “hottest curry” contest, bringing warmth and donations to Raise’25.
The Office Swear Jar
The Office Swear Jar
The Office Swear Jar
Fine every workplace expletive. Small daily penalties quickly add up, turning colourful language into powerful local charity support.
Call in a Favour
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Ask contacts for donated services or prizes—photography, vouchers, or skills—to auction or raffle, multiplying fundraising opportunities.
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Charge entry fees for creative carving. Display pumpkins, invite votes, and award prizes for the most imaginative Halloween masterpieces.
Kids 'Art' Sale
Pumpkin Carving Competition
Sponsored Bike Ride
Showcase children’s artwork in a pop-up gallery. Parents and visitors purchase pieces, with every pound supporting Raise’25 charities.
Sponsored Bike Ride
100 Press Ups a Day in November
Sponsored Bike Ride
Organise a group cycle or individual challenge. Seek pledges per mile or kilometre to maximise donations and fitness fun.
Trick or Treat in the Office
100 Press Ups a Day in November
100 Press Ups a Day in November
Staff bring sweets, decorate desks, and invite donations for each trick or treat visit during workday.
100 Press Ups a Day in November
100 Press Ups a Day in November
100 Press Ups a Day in November
Challenge participants to complete 100 daily press-ups. Collect sponsorship per day or for finishing the full month.
Host a Quiz Night
Host a Quiz Night
Host a Quiz Night
Host a themed trivia evening with entry fees and prizes. Encourage teams, add a raffle, and boost donations throughout.
Payroll Giving
Host a Quiz Night
Host a Quiz Night
Invite employees to donate directly from monthly salaries. Simple, tax-efficient contributions provide consistent funding for Raise’25’s match-funding target.
Coffee Morning
Host a Quiz Night
Serve premium coffee and homemade treats. Charge per cup or slice while guests network and donate generously for local charities.
Firework Display
Sell tickets for a spectacular Bonfire Night show. Add food stalls, drinks, or music to maximise excitement and fundraising impact.
Sponsored Silence
Sponsored Silence
Participants stay completely silent for set hours. Friends and colleagues pledge per hour of quiet to raise significant funds.
Dress-Down Day
Sponsored Silence
Allow casual clothes or themed costumes at work. Collect a participation fee and watch donations rise in a relaxed atmosphere.
Raffle Draw
Office Games Tournament
Office Games Tournament
Gather donated prizes, sell tickets widely, and host a live draw to build suspense and maximise contributions for Raise’25.
Office Games Tournament
Office Games Tournament
Office Games Tournament
Organise ping-pong, pool, or video game matches. Entry fees and friendly competition generate energy and substantial charitable donations.