5 Fun and Wacky Ways to Fundraise This Year

If you follow our social media channels you may have already heard about the incredible fundraising efforts made by Tata Steel, kickstarting the New Year with a brave sea dip challenge #FreezinForA_Reason, to support our charity and help raise the vital funds we desperately need. We’re so grateful for everyone who has taken part in this exciting challenge or donated directly to us.

Last year we set up our very first Emergency Appeal after staggering statistics showed the worries older people were experiencing, with many having to face extremely difficult choices. Our aim into 2023 as always, is to help those in need of our support, services, and to continue offering advice and benefits that are available.

That’s why this year we want to inspire more creative ways of fundraising such as what Tata Steel have done to encourage and increase donations.  

Our website already lists some brilliant conventional fundraising methods which you can view here, however, if you’re looking for new year challenge or new inspirational ideas in fundraising, continue reading to get involved!

1. Thrill Seeking Skydive

Adrenaline Junkie? Why not tick off your bucket list with a once in a lifetime activity, whilst also contributing to a fantastic cause right on your doorstep! Skydive Swansea is an organisation which aims to promote and help charities in Wales raise funds through tandem skydiving. Find out requirements and how to get involved here

2. Host a Murder Mystery Event

Themed events are all the rage –Afternoon Tea experiences, Escape Rooms and of course, Murder Mystery Nights! A fun and collaborative way to get involved with plenty of opportunity to raise money through use of props, speciality drinks, food, costume hire and more. 

3. Gaming for Good

The great thing about fundraising is that anyone of any age can get involved! Popular live streaming platforms such as Twitch work really well for those in the gaming community, allowing viewers to comment, subscribe or even donate live. You can follow Twitch’s simple Charity Tool Guide here

4. Paint Jam Workshops

Let your creativity flow and join in paint workshops with a twist, inspired by London’s Paint Jam Events which you can view here. A great chance to get the community involved for a festival like feel and incorporate a bunch of fun activities surrounding the arts and music. There are further opportunities to fundraise by auctioning the pieces of art created afterwards.

5. Resolution Challenge

If keeping fit and healthy is one of your New Year resolutions, why not put this to the test by organising a swim challenge using your local swimming pool or plunge into deeper waters inspired by The Big Welsh Swim. Find out more about the event here and get planning a swimming distance challenge now! 

We’re always open to ‘out of the box’ thinking when it comes to raising money and welcome you to get in contact with fresh ideas. Want to donate directly to us while you think of your amazing idea? You can do so here