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Fundraising Ideas

Fundraising for Orchardville is a fun and meaningful way to make a real difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism. Whether you want to get your friends, family, colleagues, or community involved, there are countless ways to raise funds — and have fun doing it!

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Orchardville is a regional charity and all the money we raise we spend in Northern Ireland.

Community Events

Bringing your local community together is a fantastic way to fundraise for Orchardville while building connections. Consider events like:

  • Quiz nights – test knowledge while raising money per team entry

  • Coffee mornings or bake sales – perfect for a small, friendly fundraiser

  • Bingo nights – lots of fun and easy to organise

  • Fun days or fairs – include games, food, and stalls to raise money

  • Seasonal events – Valentine’s discos, Halloween parties, Christmas markets

Community events are great for engaging lots of people, and they offer an opportunity to raise awareness about Orchardville while having fun.

Workplace Fundraising

Your workplace is full of potential fundraisers! With a bit of creativity, you can get colleagues involved and raise a significant amount. Ideas include:

  • Dress-down or themed days – donate to join in the fun

  • Office bake sales or coffee mornings – treats always go down well!

  • Team challenges – steps, cycling, or even a friendly quiz

  • Staff raffles or auctions – great for team bonding and fundraising

  • Sponsored silences or challenges – fun, memorable, and conversation starters

Workplace fundraisers also help build teamwork and morale, while supporting a cause that makes a real difference.

Active & Challenge Fundraising

For those who love a challenge, combining physical activity with fundraising can be motivating and rewarding. Some ideas:

  • Sponsored walks, runs, or cycles – get friends and family to sponsor your efforts

  • Fitness challenges or danceathons – track achievements online and raise money

  • Team sports tournaments – friendly competitions that double as fundraisers

  • Adventure or obstacle events – exciting and memorable ways to raise funds

Active fundraising not only supports Orchardville but also encourages a healthy and engaging lifestyle.

Creative & Lifestyle Fundraising

If you or your supporters are creative, there are endless ways to turn talents into fundraising:

  • Art or craft sales – paintings, handmade goods, or exhibitions

  • Fashion or talent shows – showcase creativity while raising funds

  • Music or performance nights – concerts, open mics, or theatre nights

  • Wellness or lifestyle events – yoga classes, mindfulness sessions, or workshops

Creative fundraising is personal, memorable, and often a lot of fun for both organisers and participants.

Everyday & Online Fundraising

Fundraising doesn’t have to be limited to big events — even small, everyday efforts make a difference:

  • Birthdays, anniversaries, or personal milestones – ask for donations instead of gifts

  • Online fundraising pages – share with friends and family via social media

  • Collection tins in your local business or community hub

Even small contributions add up, and online fundraising allows supporters near and far to get involved.

Get Started Today

Whatever your fundraising idea, Orchardville is here to support you. For online fundraising, you can quickly set up a page using our Enthuse platform.

Together, we can make a lasting difference for people with learning disabilities and autism.

Thank you for choosing to support Orchardville — your ideas, effort, and creativity help change lives every day.

Once your fundraiser is complete, let us know and a member of our team will arrange to meet with you at one of our sites to collect the donation and thank you in person.

And if you ever need any help, feel free to contact leanne.gouck@orchardville.com

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