The start of an incredible journey......

Kenya Team Assembled

The final list of Kenya 2017 students has now been released! Meaning the start of what can only be described as an epic adventure begins for 27 students and staff. Fundraising is the main focus over the next few months and todays update looks to cover some ideas and thoughts on this area.


Fundraising Support:A helpful blog on what other students and other schools have done to raise money for the trip. Worth a look when brain storming ideas and seeing how others have advertised their ideas.  https://www.african-adventures.co.uk/volunteernews/.

A helpful website http://fundraising.co.uk/ for general information on events, how to set them up, things to consider etc.                                                    A great way to advertise events and collect money in a more efficient less bouncer style approach (can have a bigger population reach).   http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/giving/

Its important to think and plan events before advertising. Miss Wilson and Mr Laywood have a year plan to spread the bigger events out to ensure you have access to more people and attention for your events is full.


                                       
Things to consider are:

•        What health and safety aspects do you need to consider (does a risk assessment need to be carried out)

•        What other events could potentially clash with yours (exams, whole school events etc.)

•        How many people do you need for it to be a success? (The more people you have the less funds you will receive but not enough people equals a poor event!)

•       Be creative and try and ensure you give something back (that could be your time, food or entertainment)

A fundraising after school session will be happening in the next few weeks keep an eye out on twitter/emails for selection of days to attend. The session aims are to get you to meet your future team members, brain storm ideas, go through planning an event and creating a letter for companies and businesses to start connecting with the wider community.  Let the fundraising commence.....