Organise a charity sporting event

Raising money through sporting events is a great way to rally the community and bring people together for a good cause. No need to worry about your ability, a charity game is all about having fun and raising money for seriously ill children and their families.

Planning an event? We'd love to hear about it and support you throughout the process. Get in touch to let us know.

How to organise a charity sports event

Pick a date

Once you have chosen what sport you'd like to play, the next step is to pick a day. Think about how much time you might need to plan and get your teams together. Ensure there's enough time for people to get it in their diaries!

Choose a location

Think about what kind of venue you will need, as well as making sure it is accessible for everyone. Make sure to decide on a venue well ahead of the event date.

It's worth asking your venue if they would consider giving you a reduced rate for your event!

Assemble your teams

Get your friends, family, colleagues and classmates together and send out your invites! Make sure you don't overfill your spots so that everyone can have a chance to play.

Ask your participants to share the event among their own networks, to spread the word and increase spectatorship.

Fundraise at your tournament

Set up a fundraising page ahead of your event to maximise the time you can collect donations. Ask participants for a contribution to take part in the event, and spectators for donations in return for attending.

You could sell refreshments, or half-time snacks to raise some extra money.

How to collect and pay in your charity fundraising money

Not sure how to pay in your fundraising money? Read our guide on how you can do this in just a few clicks.

Here's how your money helps

For families

1274 families with a seriously ill child were provided practical and emotional support so they didn't have to cope alone.
For siblings

645 siblings supported, which mean brothers and sisters of a seriously ill child have someone to talk to and the chance to have some fun.
Support

4051 hours of support given to seriously ill children, including sitting by their hospital bed.
Transport

1897 hours of transport support, including to vital medical appointments, alleviating the stress for exhausted parents.
Bereavement

60 families were provided with bereavement support, giving them time to talk about their grief and to keep their child’s memory alive.