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About fundraising

About fundraising

Raise money to support life-saving research right here in Yorkshire

You can be a life-saver

There are so many ways to raise funds to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer in Yorkshire. You could host an afternoon tea, climb a mountain, attend a car boot sale or hold an in memory event for a loved one.

Pick your own fundraising style and make a difference to lives of people in our region.

Tell us about your fundraising
Two women laughing together and wearing Yorkshire Cancer Research sashes while hosting a charity afternoon tea

Fundraising - a step by step guide

  1. Fundraising ideas From quizzes to sporting challenges, explore a variety of fundraising activities to give you inspiration.
  2. Tell us about your fundraising Let us know what you have planned using the form below and we will do all we can to support you.
  3. Set up your fundraising page It's quick and easy to fundraise online - if you've not already set one up, we've created a JustGiving template to get you started.
  4. Kit yourself out From running vests to cycling jerseys, our online shop has everything you need to make your fundraising a roaring success, including:
    • Balloons and balloon sticks
    • Banners (3m x1m and 2m x 1m)
    • Bunting
    • Cardboard collection boxes
    • Pens
    • Aprons
    • Tote bags
    • Stickers
    • Pin badges
    • Car stickers
    Don't forget to read our guidance on how to fundraise safely.
  5. Pay in your fundraising Your fundraising donations will reach us automatically if you have used JustGiving. You can also pay in your fundraising online, or simply email us fundraising@ycr.org.uk if you'd like to pay by bank transfer, phone or by post.

“We wanted to do something special for people that are close to us who have had cancer, as well as everyone who has been diagnosed in Yorkshire. We were proud we managed to raise so much.”

Fundraisers
Group of friends taking part in Virtual London Marathon in support of Yorkshire Cancer Research

Tell us about your fundraiser

Whether you're hosting a tea-party or conquering a mountain, we are here to help support your fundraising efforts.

Let us know what you are planning using this form, and we'll be in touch to make your fundraising efforts go further.

  • About you
  • Your fundraising

Here to help

If you have any questions or would like advice about your fundraising, please contact our Fundraising Team on 01423 877210 or fundraising@ycr.org.uk.

Yorkshire Cancer Research events team at Great North Run charity village