110 ways to fundraise Be part of a special year celebrating 110 years since John Taylor Hospice first opened its doors to people needing care at the end of their lives. In 1910 the hospice was founded on donations from the public and your fundraising could provide hospice care for the next person who needs it. We’ve found 110 different and exciting ways for you to fundraise. From coffee mornings to climbing Kilimanjaro, from a bingo competition to a Bollywood night and from a hike to a sponsored head shave – every pound you raise helps us to care for local families. Whether it’s a fun activity with your friends and family or a challenge of a lifetime, take a look at our ideas and decide how you want to fundraise for John Taylor Hospice. Whatever the event you opt to organise or attend, our Fundraising Team will support you every step along the way – just get in touch on 0121 728 6739 or email [email protected] And don’t forget you can download information and sponsor forms from our website www.johntaylorhospice.org.uk Many thanks for fundraising for John Taylor Hospice – your event will help us make every moment matter every day. Pete Swaine and his family began their fundraising journey with John Taylor Hospice over a decade ago. From taking part in daredevil adventures such as wing walking, skydiving, abseiling and zip wiring, to organising annual sell-out quiz nights and sponsored hair cutting and moustache shaving events, their commitment has raised thousands of pounds - helping to ensure other local families have access to the care and support they need at the hospice and in their own homes. Pete said: “My step-daughter Catherine was just 23 when she died in January 2009. From the moment she arrived at John Taylor Hospice, Catherine was surrounded by so much love and support and she received the very best care, for which we’ll be forever grateful. When Catherine died, the hospice teams were a lifeline for us in so many ways. The staff at John Taylor Hospice feel like our extended family and we are so proud to support their vital work. We look forward to our next fundraising challenge and to ticking another incredible experience off the list! John Taylor Hospice is a registered charity in England and Wales (No 1156964) and company limited by guarantee (No 08991245). 76 Grange Road, B24 0DF 0121 465 2000 jthospice @jthospice [email protected] jthospice John Taylor Hospice johntaylorhospice.org.uk Founded 110 years ago, John Taylor Hospice is one of the oldest hospices in the country. 1910 – In April a public meeting is held at Birmingham Council House and a resolution passed to set up Taylor Memorial Home of Rest for women with gynaecological cancers. In June 1910 the Taylor Memorial Home opens in Park Road, Sparkhill for up to six patients. 1911 - Taylor Memorial Home moves to Showell Green House in Sparkhill where it expands and can now take up to 20 patients. 1935 - BBC Radio Appeal marks the 25th anniversary of the Taylor Memorial Home. 1941 - Taylor Memorial Home moves from Sparkhill after suffering Nazi bombing and is re-opened at White Lodge in Cannock. 1950 - The Taylor Memorial Home moves to The Grange in Grange Road, Erdington – its home for the past 70 years. 1970s - The home begins admitting men and patients with conditions other than cancer. 1990s - The Taylor Memorial Home is renamed John Taylor Hospice and a new Inpatient Unit wing opened. 2011 - John Taylor Hospice leaves the NHS and becomes a community interest company. 2018 - John Taylor Hospice becomes a charity and opens its first shops in Erdington, Wylde Green and Castle Bromwich. 2020 – John Taylor Hospice celebrates 110 years of care. Pete flies high for hospice “ ”
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110 ways to fundraise
Be part of a special year celebrating 110 years since John Taylor Hospice first opened its doors to people needing care at the end of their lives.
In 1910 the hospice was founded on donations from the public and your fundraising could provide hospice care for the next person who needs it.
We’ve found 110 different and exciting ways for you to fundraise. From coffee mornings to climbing Kilimanjaro, from a bingo competition to a Bollywood night and from a hike to a sponsored head shave – every pound you raise helps us to care for local families.
Whether it’s a fun activity with your friends and family or a challenge of a lifetime, take a look at our ideas and decide how you want to fundraise for John Taylor Hospice.
Whatever the event you opt to organise or attend, our Fundraising Team will support you every step along the way – just get in touch on 0121 728 6739 or email [email protected]
And don’t forget you can download information and sponsor forms from our website www.johntaylorhospice.org.uk
Many thanks for fundraising for John Taylor Hospice – your event will help us make every moment matter every day.
Pete Swaine and his family began their fundraising journey with John Taylor Hospice over a decade ago. From taking part in daredevil adventures such as wing walking, skydiving, abseiling and zip wiring, to organising annual sell-out quiz nights and sponsored hair cutting and moustache shaving events, their commitment has raised thousands of pounds - helping to ensure other local families have access to the care and support they need at the hospice and in their own homes. Pete said: “My step-daughter Catherine was just 23 when she died in January 2009. From the moment she arrived at John Taylor Hospice, Catherine was surrounded by so much love and support and she received the very best care, for which we’ll be forever grateful. When Catherine died, the hospice teams were a lifeline for us in so many ways.
The staff at John Taylor Hospice feel like our extended family and we are so proud to support their vital work. We look forward to our next fundraising challenge and to ticking another incredible experience off the list!
John Taylor Hospice is a registered charity in England and Wales (No 1156964) and company limited by guarantee (No 08991245).
76 Grange Road, B24 0DF
0121 465 2000
jthospice
@jthospice
jthospice
John Taylor Hospice
johntaylorhospice.org.uk
Founded 110 years ago, John Taylor Hospice is one of the oldest hospices in the country.1910 – In April a public meeting is held at Birmingham Council House and a resolution passed to set up Taylor Memorial Home of Rest for women with gynaecological cancers. In June 1910 the Taylor Memorial Home opens in Park Road, Sparkhill for up to six patients.1911 - Taylor Memorial Home moves to Showell Green House in Sparkhill where it expands and can now take up to 20 patients.1935 - BBC Radio Appeal marks the 25th anniversary of the Taylor Memorial Home.1941 - Taylor Memorial Home moves from Sparkhill after suffering Nazi bombing and is re-opened at White Lodge in Cannock.1950 - The Taylor Memorial Home moves to The Grange in Grange Road, Erdington – its home for the past 70 years.1970s - The home begins admitting men and patients with conditions other than cancer.1990s - The Taylor Memorial Home is renamed John Taylor Hospice and a new Inpatient Unit wing opened.2011 - John Taylor Hospice leaves the NHS and becomes a community interest company.2018 - John Taylor Hospice becomes a charity and opens its first shops in Erdington, Wylde Green and Castle Bromwich.2020 – John Taylor Hospice celebrates 110 years of care.
Pete flies high for hospice
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Sign up for the Sunset WalkBag pack at your local supermarketOrganise a vintage car rallyBe a dancing queen with a themed discoCheck out our Wills Month in September Support the hospice through regular giving Join our hospice lottery Take part in our annual Light up a LifeOrganise a sponsored zumbathon
Virtual trek, run or cycle – for 110 miles! Hit the Three Peaks Challenge Hold a sports day Organise a sponsored danceathon Climb Snowdon at Night Set yourself a running challenge with the Great Birmingham Run Pot the black with a snooker tournament Cycle LEJOG – Land’s End to John O’GroatsWalk the Jurassic Coast Challenge Ride the Birmingham Velo Hold a charity car washHost a dinner partyOrganise a plant saleTest your spelling with a sponsored scrabble tournamentIndulge in a wine and cheese eveningOrganise a horse showBring your four-legged friends together for a pet showHit a high note with a Battle of the Bands
Organise a golf day Scale Los Tres Picos - the Spanish Three PeaksHold a fundraising barbecueBrew up an afternoon teaDress up for a Halloween party Aim for a bullseye with a darts match Organise a sponsored silenceJoin your local fun run Give your vocal chords an outing with a karaoke night Head North with the Arctic dog sled challengeEnjoy a tipple with a gin festival Ask your children’s school to hold a non-uniform day
Party the night away at our Secret Garden Ball Fly high with a skydive Sign your school or nursery up for our Rudolph Run Pound the streets in the Great North Run Bungee jumpGive our special 110 pin badges as wedding favoursAsk your gym to organise a sponsored fitness marathon – or do your own
Pull on your goggles for the Great North Swim Apply for matched giving for your donationHold a bingo night Bring a touch of X Factor with a talent show Organise a jazz night Get the needles out for a sponsored knitathon Feel festive at our Christmas FayreTurn up the heat with a firewalk Undertake a sponsored ‘give it up’ Host a New Year’s Eve party Revisit former fashions with a vintage clothes sale Organise a yoga event Exercise your funny bone with a comedy nightEnsure maximum points with a Eurovision night
Trek the Great Wall of China Climb Kilimanjaro Make and sell your own crafts Hold a quiz night Open your garden to visitorsAsk for donations in place of presents for special occasions Lace up your running shoes for the Great Birmingham 10k Hold a fundraising party Donate items to our charity shopsParty with a school disco Organise a coffee morning
Organise or have a stand at a car boot sale Give your friends John Taylor Hospice Christmas cardsEnjoy a classic with a film night Organise an Easter egg hunt Hold a raffle Set yourself a walking challengeBring colleagues together for an office sweepstake Organise a supermarket collection Indulge with a pamper party Hold a bucket collection Do a sponsored jog with your dog Join our wing walk daySponsored cycle Organise an antiques auction Clear the cupboards with an unwanted gift sale Organise collection tins in local shops Zip wire challengeHit the school playground with a sponsored skip
Register for Christmas tree recycling Remember John Taylor Hospice in your willClimb the Yorkshire Three Peaks Organise a family fun day Support our Spring Appeal Organise a teddy bear’s picnic at school or nursery
Abseil
Take your fundraising to new heights and face your fears – sign up to abseil The Fort today!
Run with #TeamJ TH
Pull on your trainers for the Great Midlands Fun Run
Get creative
Hold a fancy dress party
#BigBrummieBake
Hold a Big Brummie Bake
Host a music showcase Step back in time with a seventies Disco Invite friends and family to an international evening Hold a netball tournament Take part in a sponsored swim Organise a village fete Enjoy a Bollywood evening
£110 Challenge – Use your favourite fundraising ideas to turn a £110 investment into as much money as possible in 110 days
Sponsored gaming challenge - Scrabbling around for fundraising ideas? Why not hold a Games Night! Online or offline, up your game and raise vital funds
Facebook birthday fundraiser – Celebrate your birthday whilst celebrating ours! Set up a Facebook page and ask for donations to mark 110 years of John Taylor Hospice
Spicetember – Spice up your night in and get your friends and family together during September for a curry to raise vital funds for John Taylor Hospice
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