{"id":1366,"date":"2022-03-07T14:09:57","date_gmt":"2022-03-07T14:09:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/?page_id=1366"},"modified":"2026-05-13T15:51:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T14:51:35","slug":"your-own-way","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/get-involved\/fundraise-for-sense\/your-own-way\/","title":{"rendered":"Fundraise for Sense your own way"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t
\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\"A \t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\n

Want to fundraise your own way? Great! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get in touch to tell us about your fundraising idea, and we\u2019ll here to support you throughout your fundraising with us. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have dedicated staff based all over the UK, ready to help you. Get in touch today! Find your local fundraiser<\/a> or email community.team@sense.org.uk<\/a> to chat with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n
Get in touch!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

Looking for inspiration?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You could fundraise by holding a sensational tea party, a pub quiz, or even a gaming livestream!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 top fundraising ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  1. Host a pub quiz. <\/strong>Whether it\u2019s at your local, or takes place online, this is a tried-and-tested fundraising classic!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Hold a charity auction. <\/strong>Got any precious memorabilia you could sell, or can you convince your friends to swap their skills for cash? Going\u2026 going\u2026 gone!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Take on a challenge<\/strong> \u2013 Walk, run, cycle, or swim for Sense!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. How many sweets in the jar?<\/strong> An oldie but a goodie. You could add a sensory twist by doing this one with an opaque jar, and asking people to guess the number they can feel with their hands. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Birthday fundraiser.<\/strong>  Set up a JustGiving fundraiser<\/a><\/strong> or ask for donations instead of gifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Teach an online class. <\/strong>Do you have any special skills, from cooking to salsa? You could livestream a tutorial, and ask your eager students to donate when they sign up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Host a bake sale. <\/strong>Satisfy your sweet tooth with cookies, cakes, and brownies \u2013 all for a good cause!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Play 5-a-side football. <\/strong>By charging players and spectators to take part in a tournament, you can score big points for charity. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Why not take on a Skydive?! <\/strong>Get in touch with us, and we help you sign up to take on the big jump!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Sign up to take on a trek for Sense! <\/a><\/strong>Take on walking challenge \u2014 solo, with friends, or as a corporate team. Amazing landscapes, full support, and every step helps disabled people with complex needs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
    \n

    \u201cWhether it’s a bake sale or an abseil, we are here to make your fundraising fun, safe and easy!\u201d<\/p>\nJenny, who leads Sense’s community fundraising team<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    How to fundraise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If you\u2019re new to fundraising for charity, don\u2019t worry. Anyone can do it in three simple steps \u2013 and our expert team are always on hand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    1. Get in touch<\/strong>
      Let us know about the event you\u2019re planning<\/a> \u2013 we\u2019ll give you pointers, and send you a free fundraising pack with everything you need to get started.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Hold your event
      <\/strong>Bake sale, auction, or dance-a-thon? The details are up to you. Our team will make sure you have everything you need, from merchandise to expert advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Send us your donation
      <\/strong>Once it\u2019s all over,       pay in your fundraising<\/a>, and let us know how the event went. We love to hear your stories!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
      \n
      \n\n

      Why support Sense?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
      \"A<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be left out of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Every penny you raise will go towards that goal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How your fundraising helps Sens<\/strong>e<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      \u00a3135<\/strong> could pay for a family to make memories on a Sense Family Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00a3500<\/strong> could pay for a child who is deafblind to have a visit from a Sense specialist teacher, including an assessment and expert advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00a3725<\/strong> could provide our core package of support for a family for a whole year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Last year, thanks to the support of fundraisers like you, we reached 30,000 children and adults who are deafblind or have complex needs; parents; carers; and siblings.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Find out more about what Sense does and the impact you’ll make<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      \n
      \n\n\t
      \t\t
      \n\n

      Download a fundraising poster<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
      \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      You’ve got your idea for a fundraiser worked out and planned, now it’s time to promote your event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      We’ve designed a fundraising poster maker! Select from two designs, fill in the details of your event, download and print. Simple.

      Complete the form with your name, email address and a little description of your fundraiser and we’ll send you a page to download your poster.<\/p>\n\n\n