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Fundraise anytime

Fundraise anytime

Your way. Your way. Your impact

Fundraising doesn’t have to be big or complicated to make a real difference. With our ready-made anytime fundraising events, you can create something meaningful whenever it suits you — whether that’s a relaxed get-together, an outdoor gathering, or a simple moment shared with friends, family, or colleagues.

From Cake and a Cuppa and Summer BBQs to Open Gardens, Sparkle Days, and our new Walk for Support event, our flexible events come with everything you need to get started. Fundraise at your own pace — and help provide emotional support, counselling, and practical guidance to families affected by brain tumours.

Win a Premier League weekend break for two

Enjoy match tickets, hospitality and more while helping families affected by brain tumours

Football fans could win an unforgettable Premier League weekend in Ipswich, including two hospitality tickets to Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest, an Airbnb voucher, a restaurant voucher and a signed Ipswich Town shirt. The complete prize package is worth more than £500.

Entries start from just £5, and every entry will help Brain Tumour Support provide free, specialist support to individuals and families affected by a brain tumour diagnosis.

Enter before 1 pm on Monday 24 August 2026 for your chance to win.

Find out more and enter
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Explore our anytime fundraising events

Pick an idea. Make it your own. Fundraise when it works for you.

Our anytime fundraising events are simple, flexible, and ready whenever you are. Whether you’d love a cosy get-together over cake, a sunny outdoor BBQ, or an afternoon welcoming guests into your garden, we’ll provide ideas, resources, and support to help you make your event a success.

Choose what feels right for you, personalise it, and help make a real difference for families navigating life after a diagnosis.

Cake and a Cuppa

A warm, welcoming way to bring people together

Share a slice, raise a smile, and make a difference. Whether you host a small coffee morning or a larger bake sale, Cake and a Cuppa is an easy, heartfelt way to support families who need emotional and practical help.

Start your Cake and a Cuppa event

Summer BBQ

Good food, good company, real impact

Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, a BBQ fundraiser brings friends, neighbours, or colleagues together for a relaxed event with purpose. We’ll equip you with ideas, posters, and resources to make planning simple and enjoyable.

Plan your Summer BBQ

Open Gardens

Turn your outdoor space into a place of connection

Big or small, every garden has fundraising potential. Open your gate, welcome guests, and share your outdoor space while helping fund counselling, emotional support, and guidance for families facing a brain tumour diagnosis.

Host an open garden event

Sparkle Day

Add a little sparkle and make a big difference

Bring a touch of fun and creativity to your fundraising with Sparkle Day. Whether it’s a themed dress-up, a sparkly coffee morning, or a joyful get-together with friends or colleagues, every sparkle helps fund vital emotional and practical support for families affected by brain tumours.

Plan your Sparkle Day

Walk for Support 2026

Walk in support. Walk in memory. Walk your way.

Walk for Support is a flexible walking fundraiser for Brain Tumour Support. Take part on 20 to 21 June, or choose a date that works for you. Sign up for £10, set up your JustGiving page, and turn everyday walking into vital support for people affected by brain tumours.

Your walk helps Brain Tumour Support be there for families, carers and friends when they need it most.

Sign up to Walk for Support

More ways to fundraise

Ideas, tools, and inspiration — all in one place

Looking to take your fundraising further? Our Fundraising Hub is packed with expert advice, creative ideas, downloadable resources, and practical guidance to help you plan, promote, and run a successful event.

From setting up your JustGiving page to finding new ways to boost donations, everything you need is right here — with friendly support whenever you need it.

Explore our fundraising hub
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We’re here to help

Whether you’re planning a walk, hosting a Cake and a Cuppa, organising a BBQ, or creating something completely your own, our friendly Fundraising Team is here to support you.

We can share ideas, resources, and guidance to help make your fundraising simple, enjoyable, and meaningful.

01454 414 355 (Monday – Friday, 9 am–5 pm)

Contact our fundraising team online

No question is ever too small. We’re here to cheer you on and help your plans succeed.

Moya and Mike’s Story

Moya and Mike shared their story to help others in a similar situation, and to encourage support for our vital services. In late May 2022, Mike started getting symptoms of brain fog, forgetfulness, total exhaustion, and feeling more emotional. He…

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Events coming soon. Stay tuned

30 October 2026 6 November @ 12:00 pm - 6 November @ 1:00 pm

Support group | High grade family and friends group

This online support group is run by our Support Professionals for anyone supporting someone with a grade 3 or grade 4 brain tumour.

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29 September 2026 6 November @ 2:00 pm - 6 November @ 3:30 pm

Face-to-face regional group | Cardiff

These regular face-to-face regional support groups held in Cardiff provide a safe space for those who have a brain tumour to connect with others.

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13 July 2026 7 November

South Downs Hiking Trail 2026

Take on the South Downs Hiking Trail 2026 Experience the beauty of the South Downs National Park while taking on an unforgettable hiking challenge in support of people affected by brain tumours. Starting at the stunning Goodwood Estate, the South…

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