In Celebration Fundraising
Mark your special occasion by supporting Changing Lives. Instead of gifts, invite friends and family to donate in your honour and help people facing the challenges of homelessness including domestic abuse, long‑term unemployment, and those in recovery.
You can do this for birthdays, weddings or civil partnerships, anniversaries, retirements, and any other celebration.
How It Works
1. Ask for Donations Instead of Gifts
Let your guests know you’re supporting Changing Lives and why it matters to you. You can include this message on invitations, emails, social media posts, or thank‑you cards.
2. Set Up Easy Ways to Give
Online fundraising
- Create a JustGiving or Facebook fundraising page
- Share the link with your guests in advance
- Set a target if you’d like (for example, £400 for a 40th birthday)
Cash or cashless collections
- Use a collection box or donation envelopes at your event
- Display a QR code linked to your fundraising page so guests can donate cashlessly
(Collection materials and envelopes can be ordered by emailing our fundraising team.)
3. After Your Celebration
If you collect donations on the day, remember to pay them in so we can thank you and your guests properly. You can also include your fundraising link when sending thank‑you cards.
Extra Ways to Get Involved
- Send an eCard for birthdays or retirements – quick, easy, and meaningful
- Share your fundraising page on social media to boost support before and after your event
Need Support?
We’re here to help you every step of the way. Get in touch with our fundraising team for materials, advice, or guidance.