Fundraising
Age UK Solihull has been supporting older Solihull residents for over 40 years, and we could not have done so without the community supporting our fundraising activity. Whether coming along to one of our events or taking part in a sponsored challenge, Age UK Solihull has a range of exciting opportunities to suit everyone. Whatever you decide, the money raised will go towards helping Age UK Solihull to support local older and vulnerable people. All the money raised in Solihull, stays in Solihull.
Featured Fundraising Activities
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Our Weekly Lottery
What would you do with £25,000?
Join our new Weekly Lottery to be in with a chance of winning huge cash prizes, while also raising funds to help older people in Solihull.
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Skydive for free!
Fancy jumping out of a plane and raising funds to help local older people? Join one of our Jump Days or pick another date of your choice, and you can do just that!
If you raise at least £500 in sponsorship, we will pay for your jump!
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The Big Knit
The Big Knit is back, and it's even bigger and better!
Grab your knitting needles or crochet hooks and get involved, knitting little hats and helping to raise funds to support local older people.
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Run Alton Towers
Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park.
FREE entry and FREE ride access after the race!
Challenge Events
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International Cycle Events
Hop on your bike and embark on an incredible two-wheeled adventure with one of our international cycle events.
Choose from London to Paris or London to Amsterdam. Accommodation and food included for all international cycle events.
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Virtual Race - The Everest Challenge
Can you climb the equivalent of Mount Everest in 12 weeks? In this challenge, you can go out to the hills on your daily exercise or simply tackle the stairs a couple of (hundred) times every day. Once you've achieved an elevation gain of 8,848m, you'll just need to submit your evidence to get your well earned medal.
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Inflatable Obstacle Course
Bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!
Choose a distance to suit you (one lap is 5k with 32 obstacles) and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure!
Various dates and locations available (click below and Obstacle Races to see all).
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Other Challenge Events
See our brand-new programme of Challenge Events, including fun runs, marathons, obstacle courses, bungee jumps, theme parks, overseas events and more! There really is something for everyone!
Fundraising Ideas
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Help us win £1,000!
With your help, we could be in with the chance of receiving a £1,000 donation from Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards. £1,000 could make a big difference to older people in Solihull.
It only takes a minute to nominate us. Simply click below, scroll down and complete the simple form.
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Become an Age Angel
Join our regular giving scheme and make a lasting difference, helping us to continue providing our vital services for Solihull residents who need us.
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Raise funds for free
From raising a free donation while you shop, to raising funds by selling your unwanted items, there are several ways you can raise funds for us at no extra cost to you.
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Previous fundraisers
Read about the fantastic fundraisers who have raised money for us in the past by taking on various sponsored challenges.
Other Fundraising Activities
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Remember us in your will
Leaving a gift in your will to Age UK Solihull will help us be there for older people in Solihull for generations to come.
You can leave as little as 1%, meaning your loved ones receive the remaining 99%.
We are a local charity, and every gift left to us helps us make a real difference to the lives of older people in the Solihull borough.
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Volunteer
Whether it's helping at one of our events or collection days, helping to get our collecting cans into the community, or coming in to help with office admin, we have several volunteering opportunities to help the Fundraising department.
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Join our mailing list
Stay up to date with the latest fundraising activity and other news from the charity by joining our mailing list.
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Corporate Partnerships
Age UK Solihull has a proven track record in developing corporate partnerships. Teaming up with us could be beneficial to your business by getting positive exposure at our events.
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Schools
Age UK Solihull has had the pleasure of working with many local educational institutes over the years with regards to fundraising. We want to encourage young people to understand the challenges that older people face.
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Local Groups & Associations
Age UK Solihull has been lucky enough to receive support from a number of local groups and associations in Solihull.
They are a vital part of our community fundraising programme.
Fundraising Resources
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Fundraising Pack
If you would like to help raise vital funds for Age UK Solihull, download our Fundraising Pack.
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Your Fundraising Event
Organising your own fundraising event? Contact us and we will support you with your plans.