Fundraise
You can support the work we do through fundraising! To get started, just download our Fundraising Pack.
Fundraising Ideas
There are hundreds of fun ways to get involved and help raise funds for Wild at Heart Foundation.
Fundraisers are a great way to socialise, meet new people (and dogs!), bring communities together, and – of course – raise vital donations for dogs who urgently need our help. From baking to bungee jumping, swimming to space-hopping, the only limit on your fundraising potential is your imagination.
If you’re struggling to decide how to help us, here are just a few ideas to get you started…
Hold a bake sale or competition
Organise a bake sale at your work or school and enjoy a guilt free slice (or two) knowing that your contribution has supported international stray dog welfare. Or add a competitive element and challenge your peers to a bake-off style competition all in the name of dog.
‘Wild Walks’ – Organise a group dog walk
Group walks are not only a great way to fundraise, they’re also a brilliant opportunity to meet local dog-lovers, socialise, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Challenge Yourself
Whether it’s running, hiking, swimming or even sky-diving, there are so many ways to challenge yourself in the name of stray dog welfare. Join an organised challenge or race, or simply set yourself a target, and encourage friends and family to sponsor you.
Run For Charity
We have partnered with Run for Charity to access events nationwide – so you can run and raise money to change the lives of stray dogs all over the world.
There really is something for everyone…from running, to ultra walks and fun runs for kids. You can even get involved with inflatable obstacle courses and adrenaline-inducing bungee jumps; the choice is yours.
With your support, every pound raised will make such a difference! Thank you!
Choose your region
Hampton Court Palace 10k
The Palace 10k is a flat and picturesque course which starts and finishes inside Hampton Court Palace. Running at this historic venue offers not only a perfect opportunity to run a personal best but also to visit and run inside one of the UK’s major tourist attractions.
Hampton Court Event details
- Sunday 19th November 2023
- 9am – 12 noon
- Start/finish – Hampton Court Palace
- Registration deadline – 9th November 2023
- Registration fee – £15
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £200. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Yorkshire Marathon
2023 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Yorkshire Marathon!
The event is now such a global draw that spectators come from across the world to be part of the experience and to add their support. Whether you’re aiming to smash your personal best or just looking to cross the finish line, the Yorkshire Marathon is the perfect experience for beginners and experienced athletes alike. Be part of this incredible festival of running in the beautiful city of York, whilst supporting stray dogs in need.
Event details
- Sunday 15th October 2023
- Start time – 9.30am
- Start location – University of York, Heslington, YO10 5DD
- Registration deadline – 31st August 2023
- Registration fee – £30
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £300. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Solihull Half Marathon
Starting and finishing in Solihull town centre, take the unique opportunity to run a half marathon around the closed roads of the area.
**PLEASE NOTE: There is a 3 hour cut off time for this Half Marathon due to road closure restrictions in place.
Event details
- Sunday 13th August 2023
- 9am – 12 noon
- Start location – North Solihull sports centre, B37 5LA
- Registration deadline – 3rd August 2023
- Registration fee – £20
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £300. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Chase the Sun 5k
In the inspiring setting of London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, chase the setting sun during this evening race on this flat and fast course.
Event details
- Wednesday 14th June 2023
- 7pm – 8.30pm
- Location – Waterden Road, London E15 2EE
- Registration deadline – 4th June 2023
- Registration fee – £15
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £200. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Hackney Half Marathon
Run 13.1 miles through the heart of East London for Wild at Heart Foundation whilst soaking up the area’s creative spirit, and taking in local landmarks including historic Broadway Market, Hackney Empire and the Olympic Stadium. Perfect for seasoned runners or first time participants, this flat course also offers live entertainment to keep you motivated along the way!
Event details
- Sunday 21st May 2023
- Location – Homerton Road, London E9 5PF
- Distance – 13.1 miles
- Registration deadline – 4th May 2023
- Registration fee – £25
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £300. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Battersea Park 10k
Battersea Park, one of London’s most picturesque parks, offers a wonderful opportunity to stretch your legs and push yourself to a personal best on this completely flat course. Starting and finishing at the Bandstand, the course simply laps the park, offering your supporters great vantage points for cheering you on.
Event details
- Saturday 1st April 2023
- 9.30am – 11am
- Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ
- Registration deadline – 22nd March 2023
- Registration fee – £15
- Minimum fundraising pledge – £200. Please ensure that you’re confident you’ll be able to reach the minimum sponsorship target before signing up to this event.
Inflatable Obstacle Races
With four different distances – 2.5K, 5K, 10K, and 15K – to choose from, anyone can take part; and it’s a great fun-filled, bouncy day out with friends, family or colleagues.
Plus, with events nationwide and taking place throughout the year, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Then all you need to do after registration is set up your Just Giving fundraising page and start raising money for Wild At Heart Foundation. With your support, every pound raised will make such a difference; thank you!
Bungee Challenges
This high-octane, one-off event won’t involve a gruelling training schedule or take up too much time; it’s just a case of commit, fundraise, jump! Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together to raise even more money?
All you need to do is find a convenient bungee jump to take on and get your adrenaline surging, all in the knowledge that you’ll be raising funds for stray dogs in need!
With sites nationwide and events happening throughout the year, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Then all you need to do after registration is set up your Just Giving fundraising page and start raising money for Wild At Heart Foundation. With your support, every pound raised will make such a difference; thank you!
How To Fundraise
Whether you’re seeking sponsorship from friends and colleagues, or holding a sale or event, the following pointers will help you get started. If you have any further questions about fundraising for Wild at Heart Foundation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
1. Setting up your fundraiser
There are now more ways than ever to fundraise for Wild at Heart Foundation. We’re registered across a number of platforms, ensuring that you can choose the fundraising model that’s right for you.
Start a fundraiser on Facebook (a popular option for people who generously choose to ask for donations in place of birthday presents or other special occasions), or add a donation button to any post. How to set up a Facebook fundraiser.
Add a Wild at Heart Foundation donation sticker to your Instagram stories to help raise funds without having to navigate away from the app. Simply select the ‘Donations’ sticker and search for us in the list of verified charities. How to use Instagram donation stickers.
JustGiving
Set up your own fundraising page and start raising money for Wild At Heart Foundation.
Alternatively, you can run your fundraising campaign offline and donate the proceeds directly to us once completed. See below for more information about how to process cash / offline donations.
2. Collecting donations
Social media provides a quick, easy and engaging way to share the link to your fundraising page. Try to share the story of why you’re doing what you’re doing, why you’ve chosen to support Wild at Heart Foundation, and any other details that will help people to connect with your personal challenge; we all love a story! Make sure to tag us in your posts and stories and we’ll do our best to share.
3. Encouraging people to take part
Be sure to tell your friends, family, and colleagues about your plans – email details of your fundraiser and share on social media to encourage people to sponsor you or attend your event.
If you’re holding an event or physical fundraiser, consider advertising and promoting locally through flyers and Facebook groups. Local businesses might be happy to promote on your behalf and may even donate raffle prizes.
4. Processing cash / offline donations
If you’ve collected cash donations or proceeds from a raffle, sale or event, you can send these to Wild at Heart Foundation in a number of ways. The easiest is to bank it yourself, and then send us a donation via our website for the same amount. You can also send via cheque or bank transfer.
Full details of our address and online banking details can be found here.
If you’re running an online fundraiser and would like to add cash donations to your overall personal fundraising meter, you can bank the cash in your own personal account and then add a donation to your own fundraising page. Find out more information on how to do this on JustGiving (same process applies for all major fundraising platforms).