Fundraise

Take up a fundraising challenge or hold an event

Put the fun into giving to East Kent Mencap by taking up a fundraising challenge or hosting a fundraising event!

Go solo or gather friends, family and colleagues together to run, walk, cycle, quiz, raffle, auction, fancy dress, game, bake, dance, dine - there are lots of ways to do something to raise money for us.

1. Decide on your fundraiser

Think about:

  • What you’re going to do

  • When it will take place

  • How you’ll do it

  • What your fundraising target will be

Your fundraiser can be anything you want it to be, just make sure it’s fun, realistic, and achievable within the time you’ve set.

 

2. Set up an online fundraising page

This helps you to raise funds quickly and easily, with donations going direct to EKM (as well as Gift Aid), and you can share your fundraiser online with lots of people.

Create your fundraiser on JustGiving and connect with EKM (search for 'East Kent Mencap' and select us as your chosen charity). You can personalise your page with images, stories and updates on your fundraiser. 

If you choose to not have an online fundraising page, that’s fine too - look at how you can make a donation. 

3. Promote your fundraiser

Spread the word as much as possible! Tell friends, family and colleagues, and don’t be shy about sharing your plans.

You could: 

  • Add your fundraiser to staff or community noticeboards 
  • Share it with local groups you’re part of, such as gyms or fitness classes 
  • Ask local shops or businesses to display a poster 
  • Share updates across your social media channels 
  • The more people who hear about it, the more support you’ll receive.

4. Use EKM’s fundraising resources

Check out our resources and ideas

5. Tell us what you’re doing

We would love to hear about your fundraising event or idea. Get in touch with us and we can support you every step of the way, whether you’d like advice, guidance, or just someone cheering you on.

Sherrill, our Fundraising Manager, is on hand to help make your fundraising journey as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. 

Send us photos and updates! We’ll do our best to share on EKM’s social media platforms. Either message us on social media or email funds@eastkentmencap.co.uk

We stretch every pound you raise in supporting the lives of adults and children with learning disabilities in East Kent.

Get in touch

To speak with us about your fundraising:

Call us on 01843 808964

Email us at:

funds@eastkentmencap.co.uk

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Community Lottos

Support us by playing your local lottos. Tickets are £1 to play, and you can win prizes up to £25,000 while raising essential funds for East Kent Mencap! Click on the buttons below to learn more.

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