Rally your community
Nothing brings the community together quite like school. There are plenty of opportunities to fundraise and connect with people of all ages.
Rare, less common and complex cancers can feel tricky to explain, but sharing some of your story and providing a local connection can encourage your community to get behind your fundraising efforts. Schools also have opportunities to raise awareness through newsletters, speaking at assemblies or sharing information on social media. There are often informal parents’ groups too that can help you spread your fundraising message even further.
Fundraising ideas at school
Harness the power of the whole school community with events like a mufti day, sausage sizzle or colouring competition. Schools often have a large population to draw from, so keeping it simple and asking for a gold coin donation can quickly add up to have a big impact!
Things to consider
- Schools may get lots of requests to fundraise for different causes, so plan ahead as far as you can
- Consider teaming up with groups like the school P&C to reach a larger audience, and split the proceeds
- Look up the school values and demonstrate how your fundraising aligns with them
- Share your personal connection or purpose to encourage families to share your fundraising beyond the school gates.
Fundraise
Create your own event
You can create an online fundraising page to take all the hard work out of creating an event, plus collect all your donations online.
Take on a fitness challenge
Getting involved in events is a great way to show your support for rare.
Join the Kosi Challenge
The Kosi Challenge is our major annual fundraiser, uniting our rare community to take on Australia's highest peak.
Fundraise at work
Tips and tricks to get the most from your workplace fundraising event.
Fundraise at school
Tips and tricks to get the most from your school fundraising event.
Leave a gift in your will
A bequest could be the most important gift you ever give. Leaving a gift in your will, known as a bequest or legacy, can be one of the most important gifts you ever give.
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