Top 10 Fundraising Events to Boost Your Donations
September is a great time to ramp up your fundraising efforts for the Manchester Half, as summer ends and your training peaks.
That’s why we’re bringing you our Top 10 Fundraising Events to boost your charity donations before the event. Choose from a range of fun events which vary in their effort, fundraising and time rating – so you can choose the perfect one for you.
Check out the ideas below, and don’t forget to set up a JustGiving page for charity if you haven’t done so already.


A great idea to accompany another event. Encourage local businesses, sports teams to donate items to be auctioned off.
Check with your chosen charity for any legal permissions required to host an auction.

A fundraising classic! Organise a delicious bake sale at your office or in the local community.

Rain or shine, host a BBQ with friends and neighbours. Ask for donations towards food and drink.

Host a themed event as part of your birthday celebrations. Also skip the presents and ask friends and family to donate to charity for your birthday instead.

Wash your neighbours' cars for donations or organise a community charity car wash with friends.

Gather family and friends for quality time over coffee while raising funds for charity.

Host virtual video game challenges or in-person board game tournaments. Every level completed or game won raises funds.

Let friends and family showcase their singing talents. Collect donations for performances and offer prizes for the best acts.

Ask your partners, suppliers or friends to donate some fab prizes and organise a raffle.
Do check your with your chosen charity for any legal permissions you may need to follow.

Organise a community sports day in a local park with refreshments. Participants donate to enter and winners receive prizes.
Enjoy your next fundraising event!
Not chosen which charity to support yet?
The Alzheimer’s Society, Cancer Research UK, St Ann’s Hospice and The Christie Charity are our four amazing Official Charities for this year’s event. And in addition to them, we have also our remarkable Associate Charities that will be participating.