Fundraising
We rely on the generous support of individuals, communities and businesses to continue our vital work to transform lives through literacy.
Whether you fancy hosting a book sale, taking part in our annual Where’s Wally? fun run, or challenging yourself and your colleagues to an adventure in the Arctic – there’s something for everyone and we’ll be with you every step of the way!
Festive fundraising
Give the gift of reading this Christmas, and help to change the life stories of some of the UK's poorest children.
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Change a child’s life story this Christmas
Donate to the National Literacy Trust this Christmas and you could give a disadvantaged child a brighter future.Learn more -
Christmas cards
Send our special Christmas cards this year, designed by children we work with in disadvantaged areas.Learn more -
Christmas fundraising ideas for the office
Festive fundraising ideas for you and your colleagues.Learn more
Take part in an event
Are you ready to challenge yourself and raise vital funding for the National Literacy Trust?
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The Arctic Challenge
The Arctic challenge is a unique opportunity to test your resilience and explore one of the most unspoilt environments on the planet.Learn more -
Where's Wally? fun run 2020
We are taking our annual Where's Wally? fun run, sponsored by Clarks, to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday 15 March 2020.Learn more -
London Landmarks Half Marathon
Join us for this incredible, closed road central London half marathon.Learn more
Fundraise at work
You and your colleagues can make a real impact on the future prospects of children in your community
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Corporate team challenges
Our challenge events make ideal team-building activities with a difference.Learn more -
Rugby World Cup 2019 sweepstake
The 2019 Rugby World Cup kicks off in Japan on Friday 20 September. Why not get involved and raise money to improve the literacy skills of disadvantaged children with our...Learn more -
Quiz night
Test the general knowledge of your friends and family, and help us raise vital funds to continue our work.Learn more
Fundraise at school
From a dress up (or dress down) day to a bake sale, there are lots of ways that your school can support our work
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School fundraising guide
We would love to team up with your school to raise money for our work!Learn more -
Organise a bake sale
Bring family and friends together to fundraise and celebrate the importance of reading with a National Literacy Trust Books & Bakes event.Learn more
Organise your own event
However you decide to make a difference, we'll be here to support you and help bring your idea to life!
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Fundraising guide
Whatever you decide to do, we'll be here to support you and help bring your idea to life!Learn more -
Fundraising ideas
Want to support our work through an event of your own? We have some ideas!Learn more