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Five ways to help save young lives
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4. Make a night of it
harities across the country are facing imminent collapse owing to the impact of coronavirus. Sector bodies have estimated that the third sector will miss out on at least £4.3 billion of income throughout the worst of the crisis, though the true figure is likely to be a lot higher.
Whilst Zoom and Teams have their limits, a formal online dinner with a few drinks could provide you with a much-needed excuse to don your glad rags. You would be surprised just how much dressing up and enjoying a semi-formal dining experience can improve your outlook, and, knowing a small donation will go to charity will leave participants with a shared feel good factor too.
The NACFB’s charity partner, CLIC Sargent, has been far from immune to the impacts. Cancer is not stopping for coronavirus. CLIC Sargent are seeing a 60% drop in their income, while the number of families in crisis increases rapidly. Young cancer patients and their families truly need you now, more than ever. So, we have compiled our top ways you and your organisation can help support them remotely. Most of us will never want to partake in another virtual quiz ever again, whilst there are other ways to raise much needed funds for a worthy cause, here are just five.
1. Share your knowledge We all know something someone else does not. Whether it is a musical instrument, green-fingered expertise or the secret of a great risotto. Now is the perfect time to share that knowledge with the wider world. For a nominal donation, you could set-up a virtual tutorial and share your unique insight with friends, family and colleagues.
5. Spring clean auction
2. The 2.6 challenge The pandemic has had a catastrophic effect with the cancellation of thousands of events and the loss of billions in income through fundraising events. The 2.6 Challenge can be any activity you like – from running 2.6 miles to holding an online workout with 26 of your friends. Whatever your age or ability, you can take part. Charities are not looking for superheroes, but all would welcome the efforts of home heroes.
3. Virtual guided tours Being house bound for as long as we have been has resulted in an inevitable sense of wanderlust. Whilst we may not be able to travel too far, you could record a guided tour of your local area, complete with unique historical insight. It is a great way to help people see the world through your eyes and could inspire future excursions once restrictions are eased. 52 | NACFB
Spending so much time at home can inevitably make one crave something of a spring clean. Why not kill two birds with one stone and auction unwanted household items for charity? From old clothes and books, to records and even furniture, the feeling of an uncluttered existence – coupled with the proceeds supporting a worthy cause – will no doubt help boost your esteem.
You can find out more about the NACFB’s chosen charity partner, as well as ways to donate by visiting: clicsargent.org.uk. Alternatively you can make a donation via: justgiving.com/fundraising/nacfb
