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Thank you for taking the first step towards supporting Reseed. Our aim at Reseed is to support livelihoods and empower local people in Sierra Leone, and we are working hard to create and sustain numerous projects that work towards this goal. However, our work is only possible with the support from people like you. Whether you decide to hold a bake sale, take part in a sponsored run or set yourself a personal challenge, all of your efforts will help support vital initiatives and have a positive impact on the livelihoods of many people in Sierra Leone.

There are so many ways to fundraise - you can host events, incorporate some of your hobbies and interests or push yourself to do something completely out of your comfort zone! It’s a great way to challenge yourself and get creative. Here are a few different ideas to get you started on your fundraising journey!


ORGANISE SOMETHING IN YOUR COMMUNITY GET INSPIRED AND GET INVOLVED 

There are so many ways to fundraise - you can host events, incorporate some of your hobbies and interests or push yourself to do something completely out of your comfort zone! It’s a great way to challenge yourself and get creative.

Here are a few different ideas to get you started on your fundraising journey;

  • Host a coffee morning. A great way to get your friends involved in fundraising and enjoy each other’s company! Simply invite everyone to bring over some treats (homemade is not essential!) and a small donation to raise funds for sustainable livelihoods in Sierra Leone

  • Host a raffle, prize draw or sweep stake. A super simple way to raise money between colleagues and friends. Consider involving local businesses to provide prizes and encourage people to get involved.

  • Hold a bake sale. Classic fundraising as who can't be tempted by a bit of cake. This is a great way to engage with people about the cause you are fundraising for, and it’s also a great activity to get family members and friends involved in.

  • Host a dinner party or organise come dine with me (nearly) everyone loves a lasagne don't they?! Ask all your friends to come for dinner, BYOB, do a couple of games and ask everyone for a minimal donation which goes straight to our projects

GET ACTIVE AND CHALLENGE YOURSELF 

Sports and challenge events are a fantastic way of raising money, and are really effective at inspiring people to support you - and maybe even start fundraising themselves.

Need an excuse to tick off a bucket list dream? Extreme challenges might be for you! Climb K2, do an ironman, walk to the arctic circle. Essentially decide to do something a bit bonkers, and then do it for Reseed.

Are you or your kids or friends part of a club or society? Convince everyone involved and make it easier for yourself; more people = easier fundraising

Not feeling active? Try giving something up and encourage your loved ones to sponsor you - it could be sugary drinks, snacks or social media but set yourself a goal and stick to it! Let your imagination run wild and challenge yourself for a good cause.

Feeling brave? Think BIG! Why not cross off that 'bucket list' activity you've always dreamed of or face your fears? Whether it's diving with sharks or sky diving, ask us for help on how to get there.

There are hundreds of different ways to fundraise - try out a few different methods and see what works best for you! We’ll be there to advise and encourage you along the way - we’ll be able to help you get the most out of your efforts and keep you motivated throughout your journey!

HOW TO GET STARTED

Now that you've decided you want to fundraise, it's time to get planning. We understand it can seem daunting at this stage, but we're here to make the experience as exciting and productive as possible.

Here's our step-by-step guide to the fundraising process: 

  1. CHOOSE YOUR ACTIVITY Have a think about what you would like to do to raise money. Use our guide for inspiration, or go creative and think outside of the box. 

  2. SET UP YOUR FUNDRAISING PLATFORM First things first, create yourself a page on a fundraising platform. There are plenty to choose from, we tend to use Crowdfunder but there are plenty to choose from. 

  3. PICK A DATE Once you've got your activity decided, it's time to set a date. For many sporting events or marathons, prior sign-up is required so make sure to leave yourself plenty of time to register. We do have limited access to some events so please let us know if you want help getting a place.

  4. SET YOUR TARGET Set yourself a target amount that you would like to raise - it doesn't matter if you end up raising more or less, having a goal to work towards is a great way to boost motivation and encourage support from your friends and loved ones. Most events will have a set fundraising target but it's always good to aim higher - at Reseed small donations make a difference so don’t feel intimidated! 

  5. SHARE, SHARE, SHARE Once you have everything set in place, start spreading the word about your goal! Social media is a great way to quickly and easily share information about your fundraising, and can help you towards meeting your goal. Sharing on work platforms like slack or Teams is also a winner. Most people hate asking for money, but you’ll find that most people don’t mind giving it - so ask for that cheeky fiver and get to your target.

  6. HAVE FUN! Remember, fundraising is an incredibly rewarding experience and we want you to make the most of it along the way. Use it as a way to connect with friends, and to do activities that you love. Don't forget, we're here to help so let us know what you’re up to and we’ll do as much as we can to help.