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 perhaps even 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!

Challenge events

Are you ready to challenge yourself and raise vital funding for the National Literacy Trust?

Santa Run 2018

Sign up for London’s biggest Santa run to help raise money for our vital work!
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London Landmarks Half Marathon

Join our team for the incredible London Landmarks Half Marathon and help change the life stories of disadvantaged children.
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Berlin Marathon 2019

The Berlin Marathon is the world’s fastest marathon, and its flat route means that it is perfect for first-timers.
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London to Brighton cycle challenge

Join in the London to Brighton cycle challenge and raise important funds for the National Literacy Trust.
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Where's Wally? fun run

The 2018 Where’s Wally fun run was a cold but brilliant day. Hundreds of Wallys lined up on the start line and...
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TrekFest: The Peaks 2019

Join us for TrekFest: The Peaks to help give disadvantaged children a route out of poverty. Choose a 25km or 50km...
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TrekFest: The Beacons 2019

Join us for TrekFest: The Beacons to help give disadvantaged children a route out of poverty.
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Perkins Great Eastern Run

Take on one of the flattest, fastest half marathons in the country - the Great Eastern Run!
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Arctic Team Challenge

Our Arctic Team Challenge is a great opportunity for you and your colleagues to compete against other companies for...
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Organise your own event

Do you want to support us but don't fancy a challenge event? There are plenty of fundraising ideas to choose from below, or contact us if you have any other ideas.

Fundraising at your school

We would love to team up with your school to raise money for our work!
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Books & Bakes

Bring family and friends together to fundraise and celebrate the importance of reading with a National Literacy...
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Quiz night

Test the general knowledge of your friends and family, and help us raise vital funds to continue our work.
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Big Book Sale

Share your love of reading and help raise vital funds for our work by hosting a Big Book Sale!
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