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Growing up with a serious or life-limiting condition can be difficult and, for those who have challenging circumstances in addition to their health needs, it can be even harder. Each month, fundraisers just like you are helping us to have the biggest impact, on hundreds of children and young people from across the UK.

We have plenty of ways for you to get involved. Whether you want to run, cycle, climb a mountain, bake a cake, host a raffle or create your own event - you'll be sure to find something that’s right for you.

Download a fundraising pack

Fundraising ideas

Check out our A-Z of ideas! From climbing a mountain, to baking cupcakes, there are lots of ways you can help put a smile on the faces of those who need it most.

Already heave your own idea? We would love to hear about it and support you along the way. Tell us about your fundraising.

Download a fundraising pack

Fill in a super simple form for your free fundraising pack full of useful resources and helpful ideas to get you started.

Create a Just Giving Page

It is really easy to create an online fundraising page. It takes just a few minutes to set up and allows you to easily collect sponsorship for your fundraising event or challenge. The money is sent directly to us, making things much easier for you, and means you don’t need
to worry about collecting cash or cheques.

Don’t worry if someone does give you cash, you can just bank the money yourself and add it directly to your page.

Other ways to donate

We have lots of other ways you can donate to Dreams Come True, for example, you could play our lotterly, sign up to Amazon Smile or leave a gift in your will. 

Or you can simply donate now. 

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Published: 10th September, 2019

Updated: 2nd November, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

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