Do your own thing

If you’ve been inspired to raise money for families facing cancer, you’re in the right place. We have lots of ideas to help you get started.

Whether you want to fundraise with friends, work colleagues, family, your classmates or on your own, take on a challenge, donate your birthday or organise an event, we’ve got you covered. There are no limits for what you can do!

Every bake sale or sponsored silence makes a big difference. Raising money for Young Lives vs Cancer will directly help children and young people with cancer, and their families. Thank you.

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Looking for fun ways to inspire children to raise money? Maybe a young person in your community is facing cancer and you want to do something to support them? That's lovely. Start here for ideas and tips.

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Got a question? Our friendly team is on hand with tips and to cheer you on! Email us at fundraisingevents@younglivesvscancer.org.uk or give us a call on 0300 330 0803.

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