(faqs) frequently asked questions ?

1. Q My place of work provides match funding, how do we go about this? W hat are your bank details for making a bacs payment?

Answer: Our fundraising team will provide you with our bank details together w ith a unique reference identifying you as the recipient of the donation. Each company’s match-funding policy is different; however, we work with the company contact to ensure the correct paperwork is made available and signed off.

2. Q I am looking for a donation bucket to be collected. Is this possible?

Answer: We are happy to give buckets to anyone who needs one to aid their f undraising. We will issue a letter of authority which confirms the person accepts r esponsibility for keeping the bucket(s) safe and making sure they are returned t o us.

3. Q I’m taking part in a running challenge and would like to wear a BCC top. W here can I buy one?

Answer: Our Beatson Cancer Charity t-shirts and running tops are FREE to everyone that is fundraising for us, no matter the challenge or event! Please email fundraising@beatsoncancercharity.org to request a t-shirt in your size.

4. Q How do I receive my fundraising items?

Answer: We can post most items such as our t-shirts, but donation buckets need to b e collected and returned to our Glasgow office. You can also download fundraising materials such as posters via our website.

Do you still have some questions?

Don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team at BCC!

5. Q How do I approach businesses for raffle prizes?

Answer:

1. Prove you are genuine. Once you’ve confirmed a date and venue for your event, our fundraising team can provide you with a letter of authority to support your request for support and prizes.

2. Make your request personal. If you have time, find out the name of the person you are contacting (maybe it’s on their website, if not just phone up the business and find out who to send the letter to). Addressing someone by their name means that you recognise them personally and can help get your request noticed!

3. Make your request relevant. Tell the business owner why you think a prize from them would be perfect for your event.

4. Tell the owner about the event. Saying that the business’ logo can also be on a programme or displayed on the prize table for everyone to see, may help the owner feel they are getting some business benefit beyond the pride of supporting a worthy cause.

6. Q Do I need to transfer the money from JustGiving over?

Answer: No, if you have set up a JustGiving page for your fundraising activity, the money comes directly to us.