Inspiration for life

  Over the years, Inspiration for Life has raised thousands of pounds for research into the treatment of cancer as well as toward supporting cancer patients through a selection of charities including Impact. The 24 Hour Inspire is Inspiration for Life’s flagship fundraising event.  Put simply, it’s a 24-hour lecture marathon, featuring back-to-back talks, mainly […]

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Fundraising ideas: Halloween

31st October 2011 Coming up with good Halloween Fundraisers is not difficult. It’s one of those annual events that nearly everyone enjoys and is a perfect opportunity to raise money for Impact Young Heroes. Halloween falls on the 31st of October  and as we know is traditionally associated with witches, ghosts, vampires, monsters and pumpkins. Halloween […]

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Murder mystery parties – A killer fundraiser

Are you looking for the ultimate fun-draiser? Then why not host a murder mystery party where your guests will be immersed in an evening of treachery, murder, blackmail, intrigue and back stabbing. Not only is a murder mystery party great fun, but its a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for Young Heroes. So just how […]

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Summertime plant sale

Plant sale is really easy to organise and a great excuse for keen gardeners to get together and fundraise money for Young Heroes.   Planning and advertising You need to plan and advertise your event well in advance. This will allow everyone time to sow extra seeds, take cuttings, pot stuff on and anything else […]

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Fundraising idea : All things English

Fundraising idea All things English Below are some basic ideas but to turn them into real moneymakers don’t forget to add as many extra bits as you can manage. The Full English Breakfast Start the day just right by offering a Full English Breakfast in your local hall, school diner, works canteen, local pub etc. […]

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New Year celebrations and resolutions

There are plenty of fun and challenging ways you can raise money for Young Heroes through your New Year celebrations and resolutions.  Why not take a look at our ideas to help kick start your fundraising campaign. Lose lbs, gain pounds If your New Year’s resolution is to loose those extra Christmas party pounds, then […]

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Fundraising idea: Boxing Day Dip

Young Heroes are looking for brave individuals and groups to take part in the traditional 2010 Seaburn Boxing Day Dip. The invigorating swim organised by the Sunderland Lions Club, promises to be the largest and most successful in its 35 year history.  Originating in 1974 the dip is one of the oldest events in the […]

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Fundraising Idea: Come Dine With Me

When it comes to fundraising, one of the most popular ways of getting people interested is by offering them food. People love home-cooked food products and there are numerous inventive easy ideas to help you raise the funds you need. Whether you’re the person creating the foods, or simply the one arranging the buying of […]

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Fundraising idea:Car Wash

Car wash fundraisers are a proven money-maker in. All you need are willing volunteers, a high-traffic location with good visibility, and some attention grabbing signs. You can put a car wash fundraiser together on short notice, but they work best with a little planning.  Here’s how to get started… Getting Ready To Wash Cars Weather […]

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Fundraising idea: Bingo

Bingo is popular all around the world.  It’s a really sociable game, lots of fun and easy to organise and makes a great fundraiser for churches, schools, sports clubs and work places. Choosing your venue This of course depends on how many people you think you will attract to your event. Church halls, school halls, […]

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