10 fundraising ideas to raise money for DofE
Fundraising for the DofE charity is a great way to feel involved and support more young people to complete a life-changing Award.

Over the past year we’ve seen lots of you taking on our challenge events to raise vital funds for the DofE, thank you! From taking on one of our challenge events or fundraising in your own way, there are plenty of ways to raise money.
So whether you’re a lifelong DofE supporter or you’ve just achieved your Award, here are our top 10 fundraising ideas to support the DofE.
Host a bake sale
Invite your friends and family along to try your homemade goods and raise money for a good cause!
Organise a quiz night
Give your colleagues or friends the chance to show off their knowledge of current affairs, music, history, books, general knowledge and sport.
Lead a fun run or walk
Encourage participants canto raise sponsorships to take part.
Wash cars
Got a sponge and a free afternoon? Why not fundraise by washing your neighbours’ cars?
Introduce collection tins
Whether it’s at your local sports club or in the office, you’ll be surprised at how much loose change could be lying around!
Get crafty
Sell your homemade goods either in-person or you could set up an Etsy or eBay page.
Host a raffle
We’re all guilty of holding on to more than we need, why not host a raffle? It’s a great way to have a clear out and raise money for a good cause!
Put on a coffee morning
Whether its in-person or virtually, ask your friends or colleagues to donate. It’s also a great opportunity to check in with each other!
Hold a game night
Grab some board games and some friends and kindly ask for donations. You could also host a virtual games night!
Set up a fundraising page
if you need help creating your online fundraising page please email [email protected] and our friendly team will be happy to help.


