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Young Hero gets his big break

Mohammed Rahman (Akky as he is known to many) recently returned from his respite break in Lanzarote where he was accompanied by best friend Suhiol. The 22 year old from Oldham was left disappointed last year when his break had to be postponed last minute due to health reasons so the trip this time round […]

Fundraising idea: New Year, New You

New Year, New You Whilst we are on the subject of the new year, why not put your own resolutions to good use and get sponsored to stick to them. The chances are that if your receiving sponsorship money from friends and family you are more likely to succeed in your new year challenge and […]

Katie’s Corner January 2010

Welcome to Januarys Katie’s Corner, I hope you all had a lovely Christmas and New Year and not struggled too much in the snow we have had for the past month! This month I have a few hints and tips that I learnt from my experience and others whilst receiving chemotherapy. Did you know? It […]

Fund-raising Idea: Wine Tasting Evenings

Uncork the festive spirit this Christmas by hosting a wine tasting fundraiser. They are really simple to organise and with the help of your guests, friends and family and even local wine suppliers or wholesalers, it can be done cheaply. Gather Up the Goods If you are planning your event well in advance you could […]

Fund-raising Ideas: Sponsored Sporting Activities

There are tremendous opportunities to combine fundraising for Young Heroes with a hobby or interest you love. Whether you play a competitive sport or simply love watching your favourite team on the telly, these sport related fundraising ideas are perfect motivators to get all sport-loving people involved in fundraising activities: Sponsored run – Compete in […]

Fund-raising Idea: Halloween Party

Halloween is a BOOtefull excuse for throwing a party! And what’s more, a fun and ghoulish way to raise money for Young Heroes. Of course, it goes without saying that a Halloween party is a fancy dress party. Anything less just wouldn’t be Halloween. Below are some top tips for making your party go with […]

Fund-raising Idea: A Night at the Races

And the’re off…….. Organising a Night at the Races doesn’t have to involve your local racecourse! No their is a new whole new concept of horse racing involving a DVD which you project onto a large screen at your church hall or social club. A search for “charity race night” in Google will turn up […]

Fund-raising Idea: Curry Night

Spice up a quiet week by holding a Curry Night at your local Indian or Asian restaurant for what will prove to be an evening of fun, food and fundraising! Firstly you have to approach local restaurant owners and find out which nights they are quiet (usually early in the week). Then suggest that, if […]

Fundraising Ideas: Dress Down Days

Dress down days like all good fundraisers are easy and simple to organise and fun to participate in. The point of a dress down day is to have a change in the dress code for a day, or alternatively you can dress up depending on the where the activity is taking place. Dress down days […]

Fund-raising Idea : Cake Selling

Everyone loves fresh homemade baked goods so why not gather a team, bake to your hearts content and sell them in support of Young Heroes. Recruit a few members of your friends, family, church or company to donate some of their time to preparing their favourite cakes, cookies and pies. Delicious treats at moderate prices […]

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