If you want to do something extraordinary to help strengthen our communities across Greater Manchester, why not do some fundraising maybe host your own event or do a fundraising challenge to help raise money for Forever Manchester. So, whether you are a company or an individual, with your generosity and support we can continue to help Greater Manchester’s communities become even greater. Set yourself a challenge, push yourself to the limit, step outside your comfort zone, take that leap of faith… Go that extra mile to raise money for Forever Manchester. Whether that be running, cycling, walking, climbing, swimming, abseiling, skydiving or any other crazy challenge; going the extra mile for Forever Manchester means that you can raise lots of money through sponsorship. So whatever challenge you want to set yourself, do it with a bit of style. It’s a truly amazing feeling and even better knowing that your challenge has raised a chunk of money to support the communities where you live, work and play. This year, why not set yourself a challenge and sign up to one of the many fantastic events happening in your local area. Whether that is a run, a walk a swim or a cycle ride; the sponsorship you achieve and the money you raise will mean that we can fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester, keeping it great.
Here are just a few ideas for fun-packed fundraisers: Quiz Nights Ten-Pin Bowling Laser Quest Crazy Golf Darts Football Tournaments Karaoke Go-Karting Axe-Throwing
In every office there’s that group of supergiddy, fun-filled bods who will take on anything to build team spirit and raise money for Forever Manchester. So get them to get together and let their creative juices flow. With office fundraising, it’s also a great opportunity for the company itself to match their staff’s fundraising efforts turning £500 into £1,000 just like that. Here’s some ideas to get you started: A good old bake sale. Dress down / up days Office sweepstakes Sell Tombola tickets on our behalf.
Some people have taken raising money for Forever Manchester to a whole new level by hosting big social events. These are often centred around a theme, whether that be a cinema night, screening a big sporting event, hosting a golf tournament, Xmas party, Halloween event or mini-music festival. For businesses, these glitzy fundraisers usually involve selecting Forever Manchester as their charity partner for an event or awards-type ceremony. Raising money is pretty easy too, whether that be envelopes on the table, selling our Tombola tickets or donating proceeds from an auction.
If you work in a business that sells something, you may want to create your very own Forever Manchester version of it to raise money. We’ve had restaurants donating a pound on a Forever Manchester pizza and bars selling Forever Manchester cocktails. Lots of local businesses of all shapes and sizes have supported us in this way, so if you need any help, please do not hesitate in contacting us at: Email: marketing@forevermanchester.com Tel: 0161 214 0940