Do your own fundraising
Get ideas for how you can do your own fundraising for GOSH Charity, from hosting tea parties to starting your own fundraising event.
Do your own fundraising
You can find everything you need to pick, plan and organise your own fundraising for GOSH Charity by downloading our fundraising pack, which is full of tips and ideas on how to create your own fundraiser..
Want to fundraise but not sure what to do?
Whether you host an afternoon tea or an Xbox tournament, your fundraising can help make hospital a little bit easier and a lot more fun for the thousands of seriously ill children treated at GOSH every year.
If you need a bit of help deciding what to do for your fundraiser, check out our A-Z of fundraising ideas.
Host your own fundraiser for the Children's Cancer Centre
Every year, around 1,800 families in the UK are told their child has cancer. And every week, around five children in the UK lose their lives to cancer. That’s five families who are faced with the worst news possible.
We’re building a new, world-leading Children’s Cancer Centre at GOSH. Looking to do your own fundraising for the Children’s Cancer Centre? Find out how your fundraising can help us make this incredible building a reality.
Register your fundraising
Already know how you're going to fundraise for GOSH Charity? That’s great! Keep us in the loop by registering your fundraising.
Already registered? Set up a page for your solo fundraiser on JustGiving.
Fundraising through JustGiving is quick and easy, and the money will make its way to GOSH Charity without you having to do a thing. Once you’ve set up your page, don’t forget to personalise it to help boost your donations.
Hear from fellow fundraisers
Paddy's solo fundraiser
Paddy, who was treated at GOSH as a child, took on an incredible swimming challenge to fundraise for GOSH Charity.
"It has always been a dream of mine to swim the English Channel, and I thought there was nowhere better to raise money for than GOSH,” he says. “It was only due to the heroic efforts of doctors and nurses at GOSH that I am able to enjoy my life today.
"Swimming the Channel is nothing compared to the things that some of these parents and children are going through. This is my first fundraising initiative. Rare diseases are often overlooked and if there is anything I can do to help, I want to do it.”
Scarlett's school fundraising event
Superstar Scarlett came to GOSH for care when she was eight years old. She needed urgent surgery and spent the week recovering with her family by her side.
"The dedication, love, support and care you feel when walking into GOSH is greater than any hospital I’ve ever experienced,” says her mum, Gemma. “GOSH will forever be in our hearts.”
To help fundraise for GOSH Charity, Scarlett organised a dress-down day at her school. Along with her little sister, she also presented an assembly to share her experience. They inspired everyone to take part, and their fundraising event raised an amazing £500.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start my own fundraiser?
Starting your own fundraiser is easy! Firstly, pick your idea - this might be a solo fundraiser or with your community; it might use skills your already have or new talents. When you have decided on what you are going to do, set up a JustGiving page and share your story with those who might like to donate.
When you've chosen what you would like to do, get in touch with GOSH Charity so we can give you any support you need.
How to host a fundraising event
A fundraising event can be a great way to raise money for seriously ill children at GOSH. You'll need to think about when the event will take place, what activities will be involved, and who can help you. You might want to start small - could you host a bake sale at your workplace, or use your birthday party to fundraise?
GOSH Charity has lots of tips and guidance on hosting your own fundraising event, including how to stay safe and legal. You are always welcome to get in touch with any questions you have about your event.