Fundraising ideas during the Coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has had a huge effect on charities and it has been a very difficult time for fundraising.
Safely returning to fundraising
How are providers keeping fundraising events safe?
Event organisers are taking various steps to make sure that people's fundraising challenges can be completed as safely as possible while making sure that their events are still as exciting to be a part of as ever before.
These include:
- Reducing the numbers of people at fundraising events
- Offering virtual fundraising events as an alternative to in-person ones, including ones which can be completed in your own home or local area
- Providing increased hygiene and sanitation at events.
Top tips for fundraising safely at events
Face masks
While in most settings wearing a face covering is no longer a legal requirement, you may still feel more comfortable wearing one, especially if your fundraising activity is likely to take place in a crowded area or one that is indoors.
You can read more about Macmillan's position on face masks.
Take a lateral flow test before your event
Even if there isn't a legal requirement to test or the event organiser hasn't asked for a proof of a negative lateral flow test you might feel more comfortable taking one prior to your event.Virtual fundraising ideas
We understand that for many, especially those who have weakened immune systems or in high-risk categories, there is a real worry about being part of events with lots of people but still want to support Macmillan.
The pandemic has meant charities such as Macmillan must provide safe ways for supporters to raise money while in lockdown, isolating and social distancing.
Covid led to a lot of fundraising online but whether it was Zoom, House Party, Skype, Microsoft Teams, the charity world has seen so many people coming together and raising funds for good causes.
Below we have lots of great online fundraising ideas you can get involved with.
Brave the Shave
Shave your hair and raise money for people living with cancer. You can do this as a solo challenge. Or if you're isolating with friends and family, get them to shave their hair too, raising even more money for Macmillan.
Game Heroes
Set up your fundraising page and hold a virtual gaming challenge and play your favourite games. Gather a virtual team together or go solo and livestream the mayhem and madness on Twitch. Or you can share updates on social media.
Sign up for Game Heroes
Macmillan's online shop
Macmillan's online shop is still taking orders and delivering goods across the UK. You will find clothing, jewellery, greetings cards and stationery. By shopping with us, you’re helping us provide essential services and support to people affected by cancer.
Buy something from our Macmillan online shop
Organise your own event
You may come up with a completely unique and fun way to raise money for Macmillan. We'd love to hear about it and support you in any way we can.
You may be organising birthday fundraising, a karaoke sing-off, or a push-up challenge. Let us know and you’ll get all the support we offer.
Play Macmillan's Raffle or Lottery
If you want to win some amazing prizes and support Macmillan at the same time, play the Macmillan Raffle or Macmillan Weekly Lottery.
Players must be over 18.
Sign up to our Raffle or Lottery