Fundraise For TASFund
Turn Your Ideas Into Support For Local Mental Health
Whether you’re taking on a challenge, organising an event, fundraising at work or celebrating a special occasion, your efforts can help ensure people across Tameside have access to welcoming, peer-led mental health and wellbeing support.
Why Fundraise?
Your fundraising helps keep support available
Fundraising for TASFund is a powerful way to bring people together while supporting local mental health and wellbeing. Whether you raise £20 or £2,000, your efforts help us continue providing safe, welcoming and peer-led support across Tameside.
Support Local People
Help people in Tameside access mental health support, connection and understanding when they need it.
Raise Awareness
Fundraising can start important conversations about mental health, suicide prevention, grief and wellbeing.
Bring People Together
Whether it is a workplace event, community challenge or coffee morning, fundraising helps build connection.
Make A Difference
Every fundraiser helps us continue offering support, activities and safe spaces for our community.
You do not need to do something huge to make a difference. Small, simple fundraising ideas can have a real impact.
Fundraising Ideas
Inspiration for your fundraiser
There is no right or wrong way to fundraise. Whether you prefer something simple, adventurous, creative or community-focused, every fundraiser helps support local mental health and wellbeing services.
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Challenge Events
Take on a sponsored walk, run, cycle, swim, hike or personal challenge and ask friends and family to support you.
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Coffee Mornings
Invite friends, colleagues or neighbours for coffee, cake and conversation whilst raising funds for TASFund.
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Workplace Fundraising
Hold dress-down days, office challenges, bake sales, sweepstakes or team fundraising events.
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Celebrations
Ask for donations instead of gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or other special occasions.
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Schools & Groups
Schools, colleges, youth groups and community organisations can organise events and awareness activities.
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Community Events
Host quiz nights, concerts, community fairs, raffles or local events that bring people together.
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In Memory Fundraising
Celebrate the life of a loved one through a tribute fundraiser, memorial event or anniversary appeal.
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Your Own Idea
Have a unique fundraising idea? We’d love to hear about it and help you make it happen.
Need Help Planning Your Fundraiser?
Our team can provide advice, resources and support to help make your fundraiser a success. Whether you already have a plan or are looking for inspiration, we’re here to help.
Set Up Your Fundraising Page
Get started in just a few minutes
The easiest way to collect donations is through an online fundraising page. JustGiving allows friends, family and colleagues to donate securely, track your progress and add messages of support throughout your fundraising journey.
Create Your Page
Set up your fundraising page through JustGiving and select The Anthony Seddon Fund as your chosen charity.
Tell Your Story
Explain what you’re doing and why you’re supporting TASFund. Personal stories often inspire more donations.
Share Widely
Share your page with friends, family, colleagues and on social media to maximise support.
Make A Difference
Every donation raised helps us continue supporting mental health and wellbeing across Tameside.
Top Tips For Successful Fundraising
- Set yourself a fundraising target.
- Add a photo to your fundraising page.
- Tell people why the cause matters to you.
- Share updates throughout your fundraiser.
- Thank people for their donations.
- Use social media regularly.
- Ask friends and family to share your page.
- Celebrate milestones along the way.
Ready To Start Fundraising?
Setting up a fundraising page takes just a few minutes and can help you reach supporters wherever they are.
Keeping Your Fundraising Safe & Legal
A few important things to keep in mind
We want your fundraising to be enjoyable, successful and safe. Most fundraising activities are straightforward, but some events may need extra planning, permissions or checks depending on what you are organising.
Collections
Public collections may require permission from the local authority, venue owner or event organiser. Always check before collecting money in public spaces.
Raffles & Lotteries
Raffles, prize draws and lotteries can have specific rules. If you are planning one, please check the requirements before selling tickets.
Food & Drink
If you are serving food, think about hygiene, allergens, storage and labelling. For larger events, further food safety guidance may be needed.
Public Events
Events may need risk assessments, venue permission, first aid arrangements, insurance checks or safeguarding considerations.
Simple Fundraising Checklist
- Make sure you have permission to use any venue or public space.
- Think about risks and how you will keep people safe.
- Check whether your activity needs licences or additional permissions.
- Be clear that you are fundraising in aid of TASFund.
- Keep any money collected secure and recorded.
- Use official fundraising links wherever possible.
- Ask for advice if you are unsure about anything.
- Let us know what you are planning so we can support you.
If you are planning a larger event, public collection, raffle or anything you are unsure about, please contact us before going ahead. We will be happy to help you think things through.
Promote Your Fundraiser
Spread the word and maximise your impact
The more people who hear about your fundraiser, the more support you’re likely to receive. Sharing your story and keeping people updated can make a huge difference to your fundraising success.
Share Your Story
Tell people why you’re fundraising and why supporting mental health and wellbeing matters to you. Personal stories often inspire greater support.
Use Social Media
Share your fundraising page regularly on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
Ask Others To Share
Encourage friends, family, colleagues and supporters to share your fundraiser with their own networks.
Keep People Updated
Share progress updates, photos and milestones to keep momentum going and encourage further donations.
Top Promotion Tips
- Set up your fundraising page before promoting it.
- Add photos to make your page more engaging.
- Share your fundraiser regularly, not just once.
- Explain why you’re supporting TASFund.
- Celebrate milestones and fundraising achievements.
- Thank people publicly for their support.
- Use photos and videos where possible.
- Ask supporters to share your fundraising page.
Let Us Help Promote Your Fundraiser
If you’re fundraising for TASFund, let us know. We may be able to help promote your fundraiser through our website, social media channels and community networks.
Resources & Support
Everything you need to support your fundraiser
We can provide helpful resources, forms and guidance to support your fundraising. Most of what you need is already on this page, but these tools can help with planning, promotion and keeping things organised.
Sponsor Form
Download a printable sponsor form for collecting offline donations and sponsorship.
Social Media Pack
Download ready-made social media assets to help promote your fundraiser online.
Risk Assessment Template
Useful for larger events, public activities or fundraising where extra planning is needed.
Press Release Template
A helpful template if you want to contact local media or promote your fundraising story.
Tell Us About Your Fundraiser
Planning a fundraiser? Let us know what you’re doing so we can support you where possible.
Request Materials
Request fundraising materials such as posters, sponsor forms, bunting, leaflets or logo files.
Additional Downloads
Send In Your Funds
Getting your fundraising to TASFund
Thank you for supporting The Anthony Seddon Fund. Once your fundraising activity is complete, there are several simple ways to get the money you’ve raised to us.
JustGiving
This is the easiest way to fundraise. Donations are transferred directly to TASFund, meaning there’s nothing further for you to do.
Bank Transfer
If you have collected cash or donations offline, we can provide our bank details so funds can be transferred directly.
Cash Donations
Cash raised through events, collections or sponsorship can be delivered to the TASFund centre by arrangement.
A Few Helpful Reminders
- Keep any money raised secure until it can be transferred.
- Record donations where possible.
- Use official fundraising pages whenever you can.
- Let us know about larger fundraising activities.
- Keep sponsorship forms for your records.
- Contact us if you need support sending funds in.
Thank You For Your Support
Every pound raised helps us continue providing accessible, peer-led mental health and wellbeing support across Tameside. We are incredibly grateful for your time, effort and generosity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Fundraising
Here are some of the questions we are most commonly asked by people fundraising for The Anthony Seddon Fund.
Do I need permission to fundraise for TASFund?
Most fundraising activities do not require permission from TASFund. However, some activities, such as public collections, raffles, lotteries or larger public events, may require permissions, licences or additional planning. If you’re unsure, please contact us.
Can children and young people fundraise?
Yes. We welcome fundraising by schools, youth groups and young people. Children should always have appropriate supervision from a parent, guardian, teacher or responsible adult.
Can my workplace or business fundraise for TASFund?
Absolutely. Businesses can support TASFund through workplace fundraising, charity partnerships, sponsorship, employee challenges, payroll giving and community initiatives.
Can I fundraise in memory of someone?
Yes. Many people choose to fundraise in memory of a loved one through tribute pages, memorial events, challenge events or anniversary appeals.
Can I use the TASFund logo?
Yes, but we ask that you use the approved logo files and branding guidance available in our fundraising resources section. If you need help, please get in touch.
Can TASFund help promote my fundraiser?
Often, yes. If you tell us about your fundraiser in advance, we may be able to help promote it through our social media channels, website and community networks.
What support can TASFund provide?
We can provide advice, fundraising resources, promotional materials, social media support and guidance to help make your fundraiser a success.
How do I send the money I have raised to TASFund?
If you use JustGiving, donations are transferred directly to TASFund. For offline fundraising, we can arrange payment by bank transfer or discuss options for delivering funds to the centre.
Do I need insurance for my fundraising event?
Some larger events may require insurance, risk assessments or additional planning. If you are organising a public event, please consider this carefully and seek advice where needed.
Who do I contact if I have a question?
You can contact The Anthony Seddon Fund on 0161 376 4439, email reception@tasfund.org.uk, or use our contact form. We are always happy to help.
Ready To Get Started?
Turn Your Fundraising Idea Into Real Impact
Whether you’re taking on a challenge, organising an event, fundraising at work or celebrating a special occasion, your support helps us continue providing welcoming, peer-led mental health and wellbeing support across Tameside.
Every fundraiser helps create hope, connection and support within our community.
Thank you for choosing to support The Anthony Seddon Fund. Together, we can ensure that more people have access to mental health and wellbeing support when they need it most.