FUNDRAISING – Sponsored events


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sponsored events


Why not try one of these simple fundraising ideas? Just add sponsors!


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ponsored fundraisers can be relatively easy to organise because there’s no need to recruit volunteers, you’re not


dependent on getting parents and families to attend, and half the work is done once you’ve handed out a sponsorship form! It’s important to hold sponsored


events at the right time – laying the groundwork for the fundraiser before a half-term break gives pupils time to collect sponsors over the holidays, as well as completing the task, if necessary. Always set a clear


deadline by which pupils need to return their entries. Tying events into the curriculum


means you’re sure to get the support of parents and teachers alike. You’d be surprised at the links you can find!


Matchbox challenge Challenge pupils to see how many items they can fit into a matchbox. Use blank matchboxes from Baker Ross (£10.95 for 90) so they’re all the same size. Give one to each child, with a sponsorship form and a letter explaining what to do. Be sure to include clear rules (you don’t want any toenail clippings!). Download templates from pta.co.uk/ sponsored/matchbox-challenge.


Silence Consider how long pupils need to stay quiet for, making sure the length of the silence is achievable and relevant to the age group concerned. Fifteen minutes is good for younger


children, but secondary school pupils should be able to manage a whole day – just make sure you provide plenty of paper so they can


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