Host an event
Bring people together and raise money while having some fun. There are lots of events you could organise, whether you're bringing together friends, family, colleagues or your local community.
Ideas to get you started:
- Addison’s Afternoon Tea – why not host your own Addison’s Afternoon Tea this May?
- Coffee morning - invite friends, family or colleagues for coffee and cake.
- Bake or craft sale - get baking or making and sell your goodies to raise funds.
- Bingo night - get everyone together for a fun night of bingo.
- Quiz night - put your friends, family or colleagues to the test.
Get active
Turn something you enjoy into a fundraising challenge and get moving for the ADSHG. Whether you’re taking on a personal goal or getting friends and family involved, there are plenty of ways to make your challenge your own.
Challenge yourself with:
- Sponsored walk – choose a distance and get your supporters behind you. Why not join our 'Steps for Addison's Awareness' fundraising challenge in Februrary?
- Sponsored run – take on a new distance, beat your personal best or run somewhere meaningful.
- Cycle challenge – set yourself a distance goal and get pedalling.
- Sponsored swim - set a distance or number of lengths and dive into your fundraising.
- Your own personal challenge – choose a goal that’s meaningful to you and make it your own.
Looking for an organised event?
Explore our upcoming events and find an event that's right for you.
Fundraise at work or school
Get your colleagues or classmates involved and turn your workplace or school into a fundraising team. From simple fundraising days to team challenges, there are lots of ways to have fun together while supporting the ADSHG.
Ideas to get you started:
- Dress-down or non-uniform day - ask everyone to make a small donation to take part.
- Bake sale – get baking and sell your favourite treats.
- Quiz – organise a fun quiz for your colleagues or classmates.
- Charity collection – collect donations at your workplace or school.
- Charity of the Year – make the ADSHG your chosen charity and support us throughout the year.
Looking for more ways to fundraise at work?
Explore our corporate support page for more ideas and ways you can get involved.
Take on a challenge
Ready to step outside your comfort zone? Take on a challenge that pushes you, gives you something to work towards and helps raise vital funds for the ADSHG.
Challenge ideas:
- Obstacle races - take on a Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or similar event.
- Long-distance walk or trek - explore somewhere new and set yourself a distance goal.
- Endurance challenge – push yourself with a challenge that tests your determination, such as a 24-hour challenge.
- Skydive - take the leap and turn an unforgettable experience into an amazing fundraising opportunity.
- Try something new - learn a new skill, take on a new experience or set yourself a personal challenge.
Looking for an organised challenge?
Explore our upcoming events and find an event that's right for you.