Fundraise for Chesterfield Foodbank

Every fundraiser, big or small, helps us support local people facing hardship across Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

Whether you are planning a cake sale, taking on a sponsored challenge, organising a workplace fundraiser or doing something completely different, your support can make a real difference.

Ways you could fundraise

You do not need a huge event to make an impact. Some simple ideas include:

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At work

• Dress down day

• Bake sale

• Office raffle

• Quiz lunch

• Sponsored challenge

• Charity of the Year support

• Match funding through your employer (Benevity)

At school, college or in a youth group

• Non-uniform day

• Cake sale

• Talent show

• Sponsored walk

• Guess the number competition

• Seasonal fundraising day

With friends, family or your community

• Coffee morning

• Tea party

• Quiz night

• Bingo night

• Car boot sale

• Community event

• Family fun day

• Raffle or tombola

Challenge events

• Sponsored walk or swim

• Run, cycle or hike

• Give something up for a month eg Stubtober

• 24-hour challenge

• Creative personal challenge

Seasonal ideas

• Easter fundraiser

• Summer BBQ or garden gathering

• Harvest fundraiser

• Christmas jumper day

• Festive raffle or coffee morning

Make your fundraiser simple

You can collect donations online through our JustGiving page:

Fundraise for Chesterfield Foodbank via JustGiving

This is a quick and easy way for friends, family, colleagues and supporters to donate in support of your fundraiser.

How we can support you

If you are fundraising for Chesterfield Foodbank, we may be able to help with:

• support and encouragement

• information about our work

• logo and wording guidance

• social media support where possible

• ideas to help promote your fundraiser

Planning your fundraiser

Before you get started, it is helpful to think about:

• where and when your event will take place

• who you want to invite

• how you will promote it

• whether you need permission from a venue

• how you will collect and handle donations safely

If you are planning a larger event or public activity, please get in touch with us first. https://chesterfield.foodbank.org.uk/contact-us/

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to ask permission before fundraising for Chesterfield Foodbank?

For simple fundraising activities, usually not. But if you are planning a public event, using our logo, or doing something more complex, please contact us first. https://chesterfield.foodbank.org.uk/contact-us/

Can I fundraise online?

Yes — the easiest way is to use our JustGiving page:
https://www.justgiving.com/charity/chesterfield-foodbank

Can businesses or workplaces support you?

Yes. We would love to hear from local businesses, community groups, schools and organisations interested in supporting Chesterfield Foodbank. https://chesterfield.foodbank.org.uk/contact-us/

What kind of fundraising works best?

Anything that suits you. The best fundraiser is often the one that feels achievable, enjoyable and easy to share with others.

Get in touch

Thinking about fundraising for Chesterfield Foodbank? We would love to hear from you. https://chesterfield.foodbank.org.uk/contact-us/

Get in touch with your idea and we will do our best to help you get started.

Fundraise for us:

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Create a Fundraising Page for Chesterfield Foodbank on Just Giving:

https://www.justgiving.com/charity/chesterfield-foodbank

 

Useful documents: Sponsor Form: Chesterfield_Foodbank_Sponsorship_Form

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