Organise a playdate
Host a play date for family, friends or colleagues. The play date can be wherever you like, at the park, at home, or even at a hired venue.
Sign up nowFundraise for Rainbow Trust by hosting a fun-filled playdate for children, family and friends, and you will be supporting families with a seriously ill child who need our help now.
The official Rainbow Playdate will take place during Rainbow Week, which is the 26 May to 2 June, but you can host whenever you like. Whether you play in the garden, decorate biscuits, or play some rainbow themed games, your support will help families who are facing the unimaginable.
Download our handy activity resources and get creative! Get involved and create colourful decorations, rainbow-themed snacks, fun games (think obstacle courses, face painting, or even a mini bouncy castle!), and anything else that sparks joy.
Host a play date for family, friends or colleagues. The play date can be wherever you like, at the park, at home, or even at a hired venue.
Sign up nowAsk your friends and family for a small donation to Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity in return.
Ask for donationsNo matter how big or small your play date will help us provide practical and emotional support to families caring for a seriously ill child.
Pay in your fundraisingBy joining the Great Rainbow Playdate, you're helping Rainbow Trust provide vital support to families facing unimaginable challenges. Let's create a wave of colour and compassion, one playdate at a time!
Don't forget to download our resources for plenty of ideas for your playdate fundraiser.
Providing fun activities is a great way to keep everyone busy and engaged throughout your playdate.
We have a range of easy and fun 'Boredom Buster' activities that you can download for free. There's colouring sheets, DIY jigsaw, craft activities and so many kid-friendly games. Have a look, and download your favourites to make your playdate extra spectacular!
Order your free copy of our wonderful kids newspaper to entertain the little ones on your playdate. From colouring to puzzles, there's fun for all ages with plenty of activities for everyone.
We will send it straight to you so you can get doodling, crafting and sharing with us, and you could win one of our amazing monthly prizes.
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity supports families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
Find out moreRainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker, giving them practical and emotional support.
Find out moreBy fundraising for Rainbow Trust you are helping us continue to support families with a seriously ill child.
Read family storiesGet involved and fundraise for Rainbow Trust by hosting a fun-filled play date.
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