Christmas Fundraising Ideas

Help Changing Lives support people experiencing homelessness this Christmas.

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Change a life this Christmas

For many of us, Christmas is a time spent with family, friends and a warm meal around the table.

But for people facing homelessness, Christmas can be one of the hardest times of the year.

No one should have to face winter alone.

By fundraising for Changing Lives this Christmas, you’ll help provide warm meals, safe accommodation and life-changing support for people facing homelessness and other challenging circumstances.

Whether you raise £50 or £5,000, every penny helps someone take a step towards a safer, brighter future.

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How your fundraising could help

£25

Could provide essential household items to help someone settle into a new home.

£50

Could provide essential household items to help someone settle into a new home.

£100

Could support life-skills sessions that help people build confidence and independence.

Festive Fundraising Ideas

Whether you’re fundraising at work, in your community or with family and friends, we’ve got plenty of ways to get involved.

Each idea below has a easily downloadable and editable poster for your fundraiser.

Christmas Jumper Day

Pull on your favourite festive knitwear and ask colleagues, friends or classmates to donate. Simple, fun and guaranteed to spread some Christmas cheer.

Hold a Festive Bake Sale

Nothing brings people together like cake. Ask your star bakers to whip up festive treats, from gingerbread people and mince pies to Christmas cakes.

Host a Christmas Quiz

Gather your colleagues, friends or local community for a festive quiz. Charge an entry fee, offer a prize and let the friendly competition begin.

Gift Wrapping for Good

Set up a gift-wrapping station at work, in your community or at a local event. In return for a donation, help people get their presents ready for the big day.

Christmas Raffle

A festive raffle is one of the easiest ways to raise funds. Ask local businesses or colleagues to donate prizes and sell tickets throughout December.

Festive Tombola

Perfect for Christmas fairs and community events. Gather donated prizes, spin the drum and spread some festive fun.

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Make your own fundraiser

Have your own idea? We’d love to hear it.

From festive concerts and carol singing to gaming challenges and Christmas markets, there are countless ways to support Changing Lives this winter.

Ready to make a difference?

Help someone find warmth, support and hope this Christmas.Start your fundraising today.

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We’re here to help

Please email us on fundraising@changing-lives.org.uk to let us know your plans this Christmas and we’ll support you every step of the way.

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