Did you know you and your friends can raise money for the University just by doing something fun?
For the first time, alumni and friends can get involved in raising money for causes such as cancer research at Birmingham.
You might choose to hold a dress-down day at work, or organise a bake sale with the proceeds going to Birmingham. You could arrange a karaoke night and ask friends to pay for each song they sing; or auction yourself to colleagues for an afternoon.
‘We’re open to any ideas people might have, whether they’re tried and tested or something more original,’ says Nick Blinco, Director of Development and Alumni Relations (DARO). ‘This is a brilliant way for our alumni and other supporters to raise money and enjoy themselves at the same time.’
To kick things off, a team from DARO with alumni, staff and students will be running the Birmingham Half-Marathon on 23rd October 2011 to raise money for Cancer Research at Birmingham.
‘We already have fifteen people signed up but are hoping even more will join, including other staff and alumni,’ adds Nick. ‘The money we raise will go directly to support Cancer Research at Birmingham, ensuring patients see the benefits as quickly as possible.’
You can also use Just Giving to set up a fundraising page for any other events that you are taking part in. Please follow the link below to set up your page using Just Giving
To find out more about fundraising for Birmingham, please contact Laura Clark, Annual Giving Officer, on l.clark.1@bham.ac.uk or +44 (0)121 414 8894