Liverpool-based King David primary school in Childwall currently counts over 425 pupils among its ranks, with longstanding ties in the local community. Tracing their roots back to 1841, the PTA has regularly run annual fundraisers to make sure every child can make the most of every opportunity, regardless of the financial cost. But in recent Read More …
Rachel Harry, now 43, from Wrexham had a heart attack during the birth of her daughter Freya in July 2012 after an undetected blood clot. This led to a devastating hypoxic brain injury. She pulled through but after a week in a coma doctors said she would never walk, talk, eat or sit up independently Read More …
Grassroots sports clubs play a vital role in their communities and nowhere more so than in the small town of Costessey in Norfolk, home to Costessey Sports Club. For more than 70 years, the club has given residents of a range of ages and more recently, genders, the opportunity to play competitive sport. Like most Read More …
Actress Tamzin Outhwaite says she is in her ‘rebirth era’ and has ‘never been happier’ as she swaps the stage and screen to focus on her free residential retreats for women in urgent need of respite. Tamzin, who became a household name thanks to her role in EastEnders and shows including New Tricks and Hotel Read More …
In the midst of the cost-of-living crisis, thousands of families across the UK experiencing food insecurity. For the past quarter of a century, Hospitality & Hope has been there to support residents in their local area to not only get access to the necessities they need, but have developed a series of other services to Read More …
Whilst dogs are one of the most popular domestic pets across Europe, there are a number of countries across the continent that have significant numbers of stray dogs. One such country is Bosnia, where it is estimated there are more than 12,000 street dogs in the city of Sarajevo alone. One lady’s mission has seen Read More …
For more than 50 years, Contact Hostel has been providing sanctuary for young women facing homelessness. It is estimated that just over 7,000 people (1 in 74) across the city of Manchester are homeless according to the Manchester Homelessness Partnership, with many of these female and as a result of, or driven to, prostitution, escaping Read More …
It may not get the coverage that traditional rugby gets outside of the paralympics, but for the members of the Cardiff Blue Dragons Wheelchair Rugby League Club, wheelchair rugby deserves top billing. A young club, catering for players of a wide range of ages and ability, in just over 18 months they have raised more Read More …
If you have a local beauty spot or outdoor space, it’s easy to just presume that it is maintained by the local council or perhaps privately owned. But Quarry Park in Dunsville is maintained by a group of committed volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain their local park so it can be enjoyed by people Read More …
In the village of Barnoldby le Beck in Grimsby, stands St Helen’s Church – but in 2024, it almost didn’t. Under real threat of closure due to dwindling attendance, local residents, including Sarah, now chair person of the Friends of St Helen’s group, have united to raise funds to save the church and community hub. Read More …
They’re cute, prickly and highly regarded by fans of the Sonic videogame franchise. But sadly, hedgehogs are also a species in decline. For the ‘lucky’ ones who are in need, organisations like Lucky Hedgehog Rescue in Hull are a literal life saver. We spoke to Lucky’s founder, Lucy, to learn more about the charity and Read More …
St Giles Animal Welfare is one of many animal causes using easyfundraising, playing a vital role for animals and pet owners across their county. Like other such causes, there is huge expense to cover, including vet bills, food, facilities and human resources to rescue and provide care for their furry residents. The (just short of) Read More …
For residents across much of the UK, emergency medical services are stretched. For lucky residents of South and West Wales, MedServe Wales is there as back up when ambulance services are at full capacity. Now in its 31st year of operation, the charity has a team of practitioners that delivers enhanced and critical care year Read More …
For those who have experienced trauma in their life, being able to find a distraction or hobby can help them find peace and be a really important step in helping them overcome their ordeal. Talitha Arts is a small organisation which helps such individuals undertake creative pursuits to help them support their mental health and Read More …
Professional sport is a dream career for many. But with the mental pressures and physical toll that comes with first class sport, for some it can become a nightmare. For professional rugby players, should their career be forced to end early, or they hit any form of hardship post playing, they are fortunate enough to Read More …
Many of the cause stories that we tell focus on the wider work of the charity or cause and how they have been able to further their work through their fundraising efforts. This time however, Future Choices, a voluntary led charity supporting disabled people across Aberdeen, have shared their story of how a young volunteer Read More …
Home Group is a social enterprise located in Newcastle. Their financial support arm, The Home Group Fund joined easyfundraising in May 2024 and in their first six months, they have raised more than £2,000 in free funding! We wanted to find out more about them and how this money will help their service users, so Read More …
Every year, here at easyfundraising we choose a cause to be our cause of the year. A cause which we will get behind in our own fundraising efforts across the 12 months, including our online shopping as well as other challenges and events. For 2024, we chose Birmingham Christmas Shelter, an organisation now in its Read More …
Ysgol Maes y Coed is a school in Neath, Port Talbot. Unlike your average school, the site caters for children from the age of 2 right up to 19. With specialist equipment and staff, the school provides support to children with a range of learning difficulties and to date, their PTFA has raised more than Read More …
With their HQ in Leamington Spa, 1st Warwick Gates Brownies are one of more than 7,000 girlguiding units raising free funds with easyfundraising. To date, they have raised more than £330 thanks to supporters shopping online. We spoke to unit leader Trish to find out more about their Brownie unit and their fundraising efforts. Tell Read More …
The Forest Singers are a choir from Mansfield in Nottinghamshire and have been performing for more than half a century! What started as a typical singing group, the choir has now evolved to be a key part of the local community, providing a positive and uplifting experience for both its members and those that they Read More …
Rothley Community Library in Leicester isn’t your typical library. It’s also a place that has become a haven for local families and adults in their community. They have recently signed up to easyfundraising and in their first few months have raised just shy of £120. We spoke with Suzanne, one of their supporters and a Read More …
Quarry Rovers FC is based in Oxford, dedicated to juniors football from 7 to 18 years old. They have a huge number of players across the local area, providing sporting opportunity for more than 200 young people. We spoke to Cathy from the club’s committee to find out more about the club and how they Read More …
For those who suffer from any form of mental health issue, organisations like Mind can be a literal life saver. Offering support, advice and wider wellness services, Mind in Croydon are currently raising funds with easyfundraising and have raised just over £200 to date. We spoke to Cara from Mind in Croydon to find out Read More …
Holy Family Catholic Primary School in Benfleet, Essex is a Roman Catholic School which opened in 1965. As well as the traditional 7 year classes of primary education, the school also has an onsite nursery. Joining easyfundraising at the height of the pandemic back in 2020, the school’s Parents, Governers and Student Association has raised Read More …
Grays Athletic FC are a club with 25 teams, male and female and covering a variety of ages. The community owned club have raised more than £2,200 with easyfundraising to date, so as we are just kicking off a new football season, we spoke to club member Glyn to find out more about the club Read More …
For people of all ages that long to ‘tread the boards’, amateur musical theatre companies, like CLOC based in Sutton Coldfield, mean so much. They have raised just short of £1,100 with easyfundraising to date, helping to fund rehearsal sessions, props and more. We spoke with Stacey from CLOC to learn a bit more about Read More …
Suffolk Animal Rescue (SAR) based in Stowmarket, was formed in 1997. Their ethos is to help any feral cats, or any breed of dog (regardless of their considered ease), to find a forever home. To date, the charity has raised just under £900 with easyfundraising, so we spoke to one of their 35 supporters, Sarah, to find Read More …
The Purfleet Trust is a homeless charity in King’s Lynn which has recently celebrated its 30th birthday. In that time, they have supported thousands of local people experiencing homelessness across their local community. They recently joined easyfundraising and in their first few months have raised just shy of £100. We spoke to Kieran, their digital Read More …
iSightCornwall based in Truro, is a charity that provides vital services, resources and support for blind people in their local community. They have raised just under £400 in free funding through easyfundraising to date. We spoke with one of their supporters, Bethan, to find out a bit more about the charity and their fundraising. Tell Read More …
Bristol-based company, The Istoria Group, is a group of design and marketing agencies which was founded in 2007. Throughout 2023 and early 2024, their charity of the year was The Julian Trust, a local homeless shelter which does so much to help homeless people year-round. Along with some other fundraisers, Istoria Group registered as a Read More …
With Volunteers’ Week on the horizon, our Marketing and Communications Executive Milly Coleman, sat down for a chat about her experience volunteering for two local Girlguiding units. Involved with Girlguiding since the age of 5 when she joined a Rainbow unit, some 20 years on Milly is still as passionate about the youth organisation that Read More …
Nestled within a row of historic timber-framed buildings close to the Abbey in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, the John Moore Museum was established in 1980 in memory of the writer and naturalist, John Moore. The renovated 15th century building offers a natural history collection which is frequently visited by schools to enjoy an extensive education programme dedicated to the Tudor times. It also offers a varied events calendar for people of all ages. Read More …
As soon as those clocks spring forward, thoughts start turning to the summer – and if you’re lucky enough to be taking a holiday in the coming months, now is an ideal time to start drawing up your holiday packing checklist. Unfortunately, it’s not quite as simple as remembering your toothbrush these days. Whether you’re off to Cornwall or Corfu this summer though, we’ve put together our top 10 items to pack for your summer holidays, including the necessities and additions to keep you comfy, relaxed and most-importantly, safe. Read More …
During the Easter period, we launched The Egg Hunt competition, where supporters could win a £5,000 donation for their cause, courtesy of TUI. Nigel, a supporter of Sparkle Appeal – Newport, was the expert egg finder and we were delighted to sit down with Tracey, fundraising support officer at Sparkle, to talk about their services Read More …
Halas Hawks Hunters U13 Girls are a recently formed football team within the Halas Hawks Football Club, based in Halesowen in the West Midlands. An easyfundraising cause since August 2023, the team is already benefitting from hundreds of pounds in free donations. We sat down with Sally, one of the club’s committee members and cause Read More …
Stonewall Housing helps LGBTQ+ people in the UK who are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment. They recently won a £50 donation in our 50 for 50 competition! We spoke to Claire from Stonewall Housing to hear how the donation will make a difference and to find out a little more about their Read More …
The Gingerbread Centre provides supported accommodation for vulnerable and homeless families from Stoke on Trent and the surrounding area. They recently won a £50 donation in our 50 for 50 competition! We spoke to Michaela from The Gingerbread Centre to hear how the donation will make a difference and to find out a little more about Read More …
Love Quilts UK is a group of volunteer stitchers and quilters who cross stitch squares for British children under the age of 19 years, who have life-threatening or life-long illnesses. Love Quilts recently won a £50 donation in our 50 for 50 competition! We spoke to Gaynor from Love Quilts to hear how the donation Read More …
Claudia Laird was 24 when she was diagnosed with a brain tumour two years ago (Jan 2022). After having life-saving brain surgery, she is now due for a second surgery and further treatment due to regrowth. Claudia said following her diagnosis “life is never the same.” She’s set up her cause with the aim to Read More …
We spoke to Ellen from Bandanas for the Brave after they we’re selected as one of our winners in our #ShareTheMagic photo competition. How the £100 donation will make a difference for ELHT&Me? I want to say a big thank you for letting us know about winning the £100.00 this is great news, especially at Read More …
We spoke to Diane from ELHT&Me after they we’re selected as one of our winners in our #ShareTheMagic photo competition. How the £100 donation will make a difference for ELHT&Me? “East Lancashire Hospital Trust. Alfie fills us with pride. From the moment he arrived with us and was announced as our newest team member at Read More …
In a world where every small act of kindness can create magic, we’re thrilled to announce the winners of our #ShareTheMagic photo competition. Five incredible winners have scored a £100 donation for their chosen causes, and one of them, Lewey from Humans MCR Food Support Services, shared their thoughts on winning and how this £100 Read More …
As part of our new #MakeitCount campaign, we’re spotlighting some of the amazing causes using easyfundraising. We spoke with Chloe from Friends of Overchurch Infant School to find out more about the work they do and their top tips for success raising via easyfundraising. Tell us about your Cause “We are a group of parents, Read More …
This new term, we’re spotlighting some of the amazing causes using easyfundraising. We spoke with St Johns CE Primary School PTA to find out more about the work they do and their top tips for success raising via easyfundraising. All about St Johns CE Primary School PTA At St Johns Primary School, Walsall Wood, the Read More …
OUR Dog Foundation is a small group of dedicated volunteers in the UK, working to fight the horrific treatment of dogs in Romania. They’ve raised an amazing £1,510.05 so far via easyfundraising! We spoke with their cause admin Beth and found out more about the amazing work they do and how they make every donation Read More …
Introducing our exciting #MakeitCount campaign, where we are delighted to showcase the inspiring initiatives of some remarkable causes that are utilizing easyfundraising. We spoke with Di from Ardingly Rowing Club. The club is totally self-funded and run by volunteers who work together to offer training and racing at international, national and local levels. Tell us Read More …
We spoke with Nicole from The Community Kettle in Cosham, Portsmouth. They are a non-profit community venture offering long and short-term projects that provide shared experience within communities. The kettle is on, inviting local people of all ages into a community hub to take part in activities that enable them to make connections within their Read More …
As part of our new #MakeitCount campaign, we’re thrilled to share the inspiring work of some of our amazing causes using easyfundraising. We spoke to Donna from the Elite Twirlers, a voluntary community group run to help children learn how to use all different pieces of majorette equipment. Elite Twirlers believes that every child should Read More …
As part of our new #MakeitCount campaign, we’re thrilled to share the inspiring work of some of our amazing causes using easyfundraising. We spoke to Julia from the Senior Staffy Club, a remarkable charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming senior dogs. Tell us about your cause Senior Staffy Club rescues and rehomes staffies and staffy Read More …
At easyfundraising, we’re excited to introduce our #MakeitCount campaign, where we shine a spotlight on the incredible work of some incredible causes using easyfundraising to raise funds. In this edition, we had the pleasure of speaking to Diane from the Diane Hart Collie Dog Rescue. Diane Hart Collie Dog Rescue is on a mission to Read More …
Tough Mudder is becoming more and more popular every year. In fact, in 2022 almost 100,000 people took part in its events. When you take on Tough Mudder you’ll push your body mentally and physically. But what a feeling it is when you cross that finishing line! If you’re planning on doing Tough Mudder this Read More …
There’s no doubt about it, training for a marathon is hard. When it comes to the big day, you’ll be pushing your body and mind to places you’ve never been before. You need to be prepared with the right training. Training is all about getting your body right, but there will be a mental side Read More …
It’s not a race. It’s a challenge! Tough Mudder is a challenge like no other. Whether you opt for the 5k, 10k or 15k challenge you’ll be up against huge obstacles, barbed wire and electric shocks. Don’t forget the ice too! But you’ll have your fellow Mudders alongside you pushing you every step of the Read More …
So, you’ve signed up for a marathon. What now? The key to marathon success lies in the right mindset, the right training and the right gear. Without one of these factors, you’ll struggle to hit the heights of your potential. By kitting yourself out with the right gear you’ll look after your body, so you Read More …
This year’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Week takes place between 23rd and 29th January. The objective is to raise awareness and ultimately make cervical cancer a thing of the past. The good news is that, with HPV vaccination, cervical screening, and treatment for cell changes, it’s very possible to prevent the disease. However, what’s needed now Read More …
We know how it is. Christmas is now a distant memory, the weather has turned bitter, and payday has never seemed so far away. January has a reputation for being the most solemn month of the year – but this year you can be one step ahead with these five ways in which you can Read More …
We’re in prime time holiday booking season. Now Christmas is out the way everyone is dreaming of slick city tours, relaxing beach breaks, and general all round sunnier days. Once you’ve booked your holiday, most of us sit back and count down the days until we’re up in the air, but as Money Saving Expert Read More …
In the last year, the world has opened its doors once more – and with this newfound taste of freedom, 2023 could be your chance to explore some pastures new. Book your visit to one of these budget-friendly destinations through easyfundraising to secure your donation to your chosen cause and give a little while you Read More …
When it comes to holidays, sometimes we just want to feel a little special. With our hand-picked selection of luxurious destinations, you can treat yourself to a little indulgence in 2023, all whilst donating some incredible amounts to your worthwhile cause. Venice – The Floating City Known as a city of romance, Venice and its Read More …
Happy New Year to all our fundraisers and brand partners! We hope you’re looking forward to another year of creating everyday magic in communities up and down the UK! 2022 was another busy year for us here at easyfundraising. In fact, we did some number crunching at the end of the year, and in this Read More …
Most of us over-indulge a little over the holidays, and by the time we reach the new year, we’re ready to improve our health and fitness game! But when it comes to health and fitness advice, two things are true: There’s an overwhelming amount of information and advice out there Often, much of it is Read More …
As we jingle all the way to the big day, some of our supporters have received an early Christmas present. In our Advent Calendar giveaway, they’ve bagged themselves a £100 gift voucher from one of our brands. Here are our winners… Day 1 – M&S Voucher Winner – Janet B supporting Emmaus Hull Day 2 Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Acorns Children’s Hospice. When the unimaginable happens and a child receives a life limiting or life threatening diagnosis, Acorns steps in. Who is Acorns Children’s Hospice? Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist Read More …
There’s snow hiding that the countdown to Christmas is officially on! And we have twenty-five days of prizes and increased brand donations to keep you ho ho ho-ing all the way to the big day! Here’s everything you need to know about our cracking Advent Calendar competition! What is Advent Calendar? Advent Calendar is a Read More …
Winter may be coming, but that doesn’t mean your fundraising efforts need to go on pause. In fact, the festive season is traditionally a time for giving, and just because the sun might be hiding, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun while raising valuable funds at the same time! All you need Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Crohn’s and Colitis UK. Who are Crohn’s & Colitis UK? In 10 years, the amount of people living with Crohn’s and Colitis has risen by 33%. With currently 1 in 123 Read More …
We’re rapidly approaching the biggest and busiest sale of the year – Black Friday. And, just like the big brands, your cause or charity can cash in thanks to the huge uplift in online shopping that will start up to a week before Friday, 25th November. This year, Black Friday promises to be as big Read More …
It’s that time of year again where our favourite bandaged bear is back in business. Helping thousands of charities and causes all over the UK each year, BBC’s Children in Need famous fundraising initiative makes sure that every child has the childhood they deserve – and the support they need to thrive. This year, we Read More …
No doubt you’ve heard of Movember – or perhaps you’ve seen a friend or family member developing questionable facial hair during the month of November and you’re wondering what’s going on?! Well, Movember is about our fathers, partners, brothers, and friends. Men currently die on average five years earlier than women, for reasons that are Read More …
Spin to Win is easyfundraising’s fun way of generating extra money for your cause! By spinning the wheel every day, you will get the chance to win your cause a share of £20,000 in donations. And the best thing? It costs you nothing. Join the fun from 31st October (no tricks, strictly treats), and you Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Women’s Aid. Who are Women’s Aid? Women’s Aid are a national charity that have been at the heart of tackling domestic abuse for nearly 50 years. As a federation, Women’s Aid Read More …
Winter is just around the corner, and with soaring energy prices and the accompanying cost-of-living crisis, how to keep warm and save money over the winter months will no doubt be on your mind. As heating bills increase, so has pressure on personal finances. So, we’ve put together a few ways to help fight the Read More …
Between 12 – 15 September, our supporters had the chance to win a prize worth £100 if they shopped with one of our participating retailers. We gave away everything from gift cards and vouchers, donations to our supporter’s favourite cause, gift hampers, and even UGG slippers. This is what some of our winners had to Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is BeUnited. Who are BEUnited? BEUnited is an arts and cultural organisation that advocates for Black excellence in Scotland. In the past few years, the arts industry has taken many devastating hits Read More …
The clocks are going back soon, the nights are getting colder and longer, and – is that a full moon we can see? It’s October, and Halloween has certainly crept up on us. With our list of generous retailers donating at this spooky time, you may want to think about pumpkin-spicing more than just your Read More …
Now more than ever, it’s important to save as much as possible on household bills, and when it comes to home insurance, there are plenty of ways you can save money, from how you pay for it to the finer details of your cover. Shop around for your home insurance First things first, don’t just Read More …
Black History Month is a time for celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black people in the UK and the world. It is also a time to take action against racism and discrimination, reclaim Black history, and ensure Black history is represented and celebrated all year round. This year’s theme The theme for Black History Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Plan International UK. Who are Plan International UK? At a time when most of the world is in stormy midst of hunger crises and lack of human rights, Plan International UK Read More …
There’s not long to go now until the 2022 TCS London Marathon gets underway! One of the world’s top marathons, it’s usually held in April, but takes place this year (as well as last year) in October due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s event will see the likes of all-time distance running greats Kenenisa Read More …
There’s a reason Macmillan Coffee Morning is one of the most popular fundraising initiatives in the UK. We all love a cup of coffee (and a generous slice of cake), and we also love knowing that our donations are going to help a worthy cause. If you’re working, you might be thinking you’ll be missing Read More …
Every September, Blood Cancer Awareness Month raises awareness and understanding of blood cancers. Spreading the word about blood cancer is important because each year more than one million people are diagnosed with blood cancer and around 700,000 people die from the disease. In the UK, more than 40,000 people are diagnosed with a type of blood Read More …
This Cause of the Fortnight, we are also highlighting The UK Sepsis Trust as part of our celebrations! We spoke to Brian Davies, Fundraising Manager from The UK Sepsis Trust and here is what he said: Could you tell us a bit about the charity? Why was it set up and what is your mission? Read More …
Organised by Alzheimer’s Disease International, World Alzheimer’s Month takes place every September with a mission to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around Alzheimer’s disease as well as other forms of dementia. This year’s theme is ‘Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s’ and is focussed on the diagnosis and warning signs, in particular post-diagnosis support, as well Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Leukaemia UK. We spoke to Becky McKeown, Corporate Partnership Manager at Leukaemia UK and asked how easyfundraising helps. Could you tell us a bit about the charity? Why was it set Read More …
With good weather and good spirits, summer is second only to Christmas when it comes to the best time of the year for fundraising potential. So, we thought we’d take a look back at the last few months and put together the top seven tried and tested fundraising ideas from the summer, so you can Read More …
Every day in the news we are hearing more about the deepening cost of living crisis, worse than that, we are all beginning to feel it. Whether it’s when you fill your car up at the pumps, do your shopping and certainly when you reach for the thermostat as we approach Autumn, the pinch is Read More …
We gave all of our admins the chance to win BIG for their cause in our referral competition – The Big Summer Sign up! Congratulations to all of our winners who have won a share of £2000 for their causes and a big thank you to those that have entered. Take a read below to Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Smalls for All. To help tell their story, we spoke to Maria Macnamara Founder & CEO of Smalls for All. Could you tell us a bit about the charity? Why was it Read More …
World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) takes place this week (1st to 7th August) and this year it’s more important than ever. There are huge challenges and barriers for breastfeeding. The COVID-19 pandemic and conflicts have widened and deepened inequalities across the world. This means more people now face food insecurity, and the squeeze on health systems Read More …
Summer has well and truly arrived and that can mean only one thing – it’s holiday season! But, before you switch those work shoes for a pair of flip flops, you’ll need to make sure you’re holiday-ready! There’s a lot to remember when it comes to booking a holiday, especially if you’re juggling it alongside Read More …
For the cause of the fortnight, we have teamed up with Birmingham Live to help support FoodSoS, their campaign to provide support and help for food banks across Birmingham and the Black Country. As part of the campaign, Birmingham Live has joined forces with food heroes, coordinated by the Active Wellbeing Society, to try to raise Read More …
Our latest Cause of the Fortnight, where we showcase one of our good causes for two weeks and highlight the impactful work they do, is Pet Blood Bank UK! To help tell their story, we spoke to Nicole Osborne, Marketing Manager at Pet Blood Bank UK. Could you tell us a bit about the charity? Read More …
We are allowed to leave the country again (airport and train strikes notwithstanding), and it seems as if we are in our droves! It looks like everyone went holiday crazy and caught the travel bug in the first 3 months of this year with travel bookings going through the roof and becoming our biggest contributor Read More …
We love all our causes and charities, and we always look to support and help them raise as much money as possible. We know that a lot of you know what you do best, and we want to help you more by doing what we do best, sprinkle a little bit of magic over your Read More …
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Summer’? Is it cocktails by the pool on holiday? Days out to the seaside? For us, and we’re sure many of you, the first thing that pops into our heads is delicious barbecues with friends and family. Summer is fast approaching, and now’s the best Read More …
As far as cycling challenges go, they don’t come much bigger than the Tour de France. Over 23 days, close to 200 cyclists from 22 different teams race over 2,000 miles across France. In that time, the cyclists average around 25 mph throughout the course, which is much faster than your standard bike ride, but Read More …
So, you’re thinking of starting a fundraiser to raise money for a cause you’re passionate about. Nice work! It’s one of the most mentally and spiritually rewarding things you can do, and is a great way to unite a community behind a common cause. However, if you’re new to fundraising, it can be confusing figuring Read More …
As we come out of the pandemic, we wanted to share some great news… …We paid out over £1 million pounds to good causes and charities in the last 3 months! That means that your everyday online shopping has made a massive amount of difference to people’s lives all over the UK! It’s also over Read More …
Who doesn’t love an ice-cold pint? Whether you like to soak up the sunshine in a beer garden, keep the cold out in a cosy snug in your local pub, or sip a freshly chilled pint at home after a busy day, you’re in good company – around 8 billion pints are sold in the Read More …
Father’s Day is just around the corner, so we have put together a handy guide to give you some inspiration to please even the trickiest of customers. It is the perfect time to treat the male figure in your life to something special and raise money for your favourite cause or charity at the same Read More …
It’s full-time on our Kitlocker competition, where football clubs had the chance to win a brand new kit in time for the new season, plus 100s of runner-up prizes. A huge thank you to everyone who entered; take a look at our winners… Full kit winners Holland Moor Wattsville u7 Aylestone park boys u11 Guildford Read More …
easyfundraising turns your everyday shopping into everyday giving. Whether you shop on your mobile phone, tablet or desktop we have a product for everyone. Using our fundraising tools makes sure you’ll never miss a donation. Maximise your fundraising potential! Supporters raise twice as much using the easyfundraising app and up to five times more when Read More …
In the world of finance and commerce, there are so many confusing terms out there with multiple meanings and interpretations that it’s tough to remember what they all mean. And ‘cashback’ is one of the most notoriously tricky. If you don’t know what cashback is when you’re making purchases online, whether routine or once-in-a-while expenses, Read More …
Blossom is in the air, the thought of long summer evenings no longer a distant memory, so to get you in the mood for a Sunny Spring and Scorching Summer we thought we would show the pick of home and garden wares from across our thousands of retailers. Here’s our top 5! Curry’s The spring Read More …
Make the most of the Easter deals! We have put together a list of our trending offers below to help you find the best deals for you and donations for your cause! Sainsbury’s You can receive up to 10% of your total Easter Shopping bill through Sainsbury’s this Easter – so if you are doing Read More …
It hit us all hard, the uncertainty, the unknown, the first few months of whatever lockdown was and how this disease was going to pan out, it was a very weird time but for some it made them re-evaluate what they could do to help others in these strange times, and this is where easyfundraising Read More …
This month we are spotlighting the amazing Birmingham Dogs Home as our cause of the month! 2022 is a very special year for them as they’re celebrating their 130th birthday! That’s 130 years of caring for lost and homeless dogs. Birmingham Dogs Home care for abandoned, abused, neglected and homeless dogs from across the Midlands. Read More …
This month we are celebrating anyone who inspires, supports, and motivates us through life, coining it Other’s Day instead. We’ve put together a gifting guide, sharing the top offers this week, to help you treat your Other to something special and raise for your good cause at the same time. Whoever you would like to Read More …
As part of our Others Day series, we wanted to feature Give a Dog a Bone, a unique and award-winning charity tackling loneliness and social isolation for older adults, via animal companionship and friendship. We think many people would consider their beloved pet as their ‘Other’ as they hold such support and friendship to us all. Read More …
Throughout March we will be celebrating and thanking anyone who inspires, supports, and motivates us through life, – no matter who they are or relationship to you. This is our spin on Mother’s Day, coining it as Other’s Day. To celebrate the ‘Others’ in our lives we wanted to highlight some causes that represent the Read More …
For Mother’s Day this year, we’ve decided to celebrate anyone who inspires, supports, and motivates us through life, coining it Other’s Day instead. To show your Others just how much they mean to you, we’ve put together a handy guide of fun day-out ideas, so you can treat them to something extra special and raise Read More …
Here at easyfundraising we are dedicated to helping you make a real difference to charities and causes across the world. Together we’ve raised over £40 million, all for free, simply by enabling people to earn cashback when they shop online and passing that money on to the cause of their choice. With over 170,000 causes Read More …
The Easter holidays are a great time to get away, whether it’s a week in the sun or a long weekend to make the most of the bank holidays. There are loads of great deals on everything you need to plan the perfect trip this Easter. Plus when you book through one of our retail Read More …
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’ve put together a few ideas to help you pick out the right gift for that special someone – whether that’s your significant other, galentines best pal or even yourself! And don’t forget when you shop with easyfundraising you share the love a little further by raising free Read More …
The past few years have been incredibly hard for fundraising, however we are proud that easyfundraising has been able to be a constant support to so many causes, especially throughout the pandemic. Despite the challenges and setbacks over the last few years, our incredible causes have proven that no matter the circumstances they will come Read More …
It looks like holidays are finally back on the horizon and to say we are excited is an understatement! After a tough couple of years, we are ready for something to look forward to. With the world opening up again, we’ve been having a think here at easyfundraising HQ about our top travel destinations. We asked the team to share their favourite holiday hotspots, to help Read More …
We thought it was all over! Unfortunately, for all that 2021 promised, it now seems that 2022 will be the year when we can enjoy normality once more. So here are 7 things to invest your time in this January in preparation for the adventures to come. 1. Home insurance We expect you will want to be getting out Read More …
Congratulations to Lofty Therapy Horses who have won a £100 donation in our #ShareTheDifference photo competition! We caught up with April, the admin of Lofty Therapy Horses, to find out more about this fantastic cause… Wow! My reaction is one of total surprise! Your wonderful news has absolutely made my day, week and month! 🤗😍 Tell Read More …
The easyfundraising Advent Calendar is back! Every day we are giving you the chance to WIN a £250 donation for your cause. Plus, every entry earns you a chance of winning a £10,000 donation on Christmas day plus a £1,000 John Lewis & Partners voucher for you. Give your cause the best chance of winning Read More …
Garden House Hospice Care were one of our top performing causes from the last quarter and raised over £750 in free donations! Since joining easyfundraising back in 2010, they now have 110 supporters and have raised over £2,000 in total. We reached out to find out a little more about them, how the pandemic has Read More …
We launched a new video competition where we called upon our #FundraisingHeroes to create a short video to promote their cause, educate people about easyfundraising and encourage new supporters to get onboard. We received so many wonderful entries! The videos were reviewed by our panel of judges who were given the very hard task of Read More …
Congratulations to Val, supporter of Warmington School PFA, who has won a £1,000 donation in our ‘Shop to Win’ competition on our mobile app. Warmington School PFA’s reaction to their win: It is marvellous to have won this large amount for our cause! It will make such a big difference to the children at school, Read More …
Every year in the UK, 200,000 children experience the imprisonment of a parent. It often leads to shame, guilt & isolation resulting in failure at school. These children are three times more prone to mental health problems than their peers. Storybook Dads allows parents in prison to reconnect with their children at home through the Read More …
Images by Smalls for All Smalls for All® is a small charity that collects and distributes new pants, and new and gently worn bras to people in Africa and the UK who can’t afford or can’t get any. Giving pants and bras may seem like a small thing, but it can make a life-changing difference Read More …
Black Friday week is the biggest shopping event of the year, with thousands of retailers offering huge discounts and special offers on lots of different products both in-store and online. This year over £84 million could be raised for charities and good causes if everyone shopped online through easyfundraising this Black Friday week. Join 2.1 Read More …
Every year around 18,000 parents become bereaved, The Compassionate Friends, supports parents suffering the inconsolable heartbreak of losing a child. With bereaved parents offering help, support, advice, and friendship to other bereaved families, each person working for The Compassionate Friends has experienced the loss of a child. And this first-hand experience means newly bereaved parents can Read More …
Images by Pyjama Fairies Pyjama Fairies is the only UK charity to make pyjamas and surgical gowns specially made for babies and children aged up to 16 years old having surgery and any other associated medical test. Each garment is made in colourful and age-appropriate fabric and are designed to minimise discomfort when medical intervention Read More …
Ahead of this year’s much-anticipated Black Friday shopping extravaganza, here you’ll find all of the key information and dates to ensure you’re in the best place to grab a bargain… What is Black Friday For those unfamiliar with Black Friday’s history, the event’s origins can be traced all the way back to Philadelphia in 1951. Read More …
A truly heart-warming charity, Oldies Club is a UK dog rescue for older dogs, aged 7 and over, that have found themselves homeless through no fault of their own. Dedicated to placing the dogs into new, loving homes, Oldies Club also looks after those that cannot be rehomed, covering all costs, including veterinary fees, for life. In Read More …
Images by Toilet Twinning More than 700 children under five die every day from preventable diseases linked to dirty water and unsafe toilets. Toilet Twinning is a charity campaign whose aim is to flush away poverty, one toilet at a time! Set up in 2010, the initiative helps tackle the global water and sanitation crisis Read More …
We gave ten causes the chance to win BIG for their cause in our biggest ‘Refer to Win’ competition to date. Congratulations to all of our winners who have won a share of £5,000 for their causes and thank you to everyone who entered. Read all of our winners reactions below and how the money Read More …
Let’s make this year mean more. Together we’ve already raised £3 million for charities and good causes this year. To help our good causes raise as much as possible, we’ve launched our #ThisMeansMore campaign, giving you more ways to raise donations and spread the word in support of your cause. You would raise over £20 Read More …
During August, we gave ten causes the chance to win BIG for their cause in our ‘Win a share of £2,000’ competition. Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to everyone who entered. Read all of our winners reactions below and how the money will benefit their cause. We were thrilled to hear Read More …
During August we gave away £1,000 in donations and amazing prizes worth £1,300 in our Back to School giveaways. Thank you to everyone who entered and congratulations to all of our winners! Read all about the winners and their reactions to their win below. Week 1New Bridge Group won a £250 donation The New Bridge Read More …
We launched an exciting new competition in celebration of the 2020 Euros. Each goal scored by our home nations added another £100 into the grand prize fund. After an exciting few weeks, and thanks to the goals scored by England, Scotland and Wales, the grand prize total was a £1,500 donation! Congratulations to Carolyn who Read More …
We’re thrilled to share their reactions below – Congratulations! Delighted to have won a £100 to support the Skinners’ School Parents’ Association using the easyfundrising app. This will help us reach the target for the school professional recording studio. It is very easy to donate to your cause through easyfundraising so download the app and Read More …
9th Wellingborough Scout Group are a well-established group in Northamptonshire, supporting young people from the ages of 5yrs – 18yrs in the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers. They have raised £197 in just 4 months of using easyfundraising, providing a welcome boost to their finances during a difficult time. Group Scout Leader Peter explains how Read More …
In the last 12 months charities and causes have been hit hard during the pandemic and we just wanted to say a great big THANK YOU to EVERYONE for continuing to shop online throughout an incredibly tough year. Here’s what our causes had to say – they are incredibly thankful for all the FREE donations Read More …
Last month we asked you to nominate a cause that you felt deserved to win a £500 donation in our #SharetheLove competition. We were overwhelmed by how many of you got in touch to let us know how the pandemic is currently impacting your fundraising efforts for your cause and how this donation would help Read More …
Lupus is an autoimmune disease affecting around 1 in 1,000 people across the UK. It occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. The profile of the illness has been raised recently through the work of Kelle Bryan, star of Loose Women and former member of the girl group Eternal. Kelle Read More …
