As an individual

Whether you organise an event at your school, university, or with family and friends, your contribution will help ensure that UCEP continues to support children through education.

Fundraise at your school or university

Examples of how you can fundraise at…

Nursery School Activities:

  • Dress up day – dress up as your favourite superhero etc
  • Have a dance party
  • Bake sale
  • Teddy bear picnic – bring your favourite teddys in for a picnic
  • Teddy swap – swap teddys with each other – give your friend a new teddy friend
  • Raffle
  • Obstacle course
  • Bring your sibling in for the day

Primary School Activities:

  • Fancy Dress
  • Pyjama Day
  • Dance-a-thon
  • Selling candy canes at Christmas for students to send to their friends
  • Bake Sale
  • Talent Show
  • Ice Lolly Sale
  • Sponsored Walk

Secondary School Activities:

  • Fancy dress
  • Pyjama (PJ) day
  • Dance-a-thon
  • Sell sweets and cakes at Christmas for students to send to their friends
  • Bake sale
  • Camp out at school – stay for 24 hours on school grounds
  • No-tech day – use only pen and paper
  • Sponsored run
  • Host a bingo event for the local community, with a small entry fee
  • Host a Christmas fair
  • Teachers vs. pupils football match

University or College Activities:

  • Sponsored group cycle/run.
  • Bake sale
  • Raise awareness around the university!
  • Pub quiz
  • Raffle
  • Clubbing nights with proceeds going to UCEP charity?
  • Karaoke night
  • Sponsored night walk in your degree ‘uniform’

Fundraise with family and friends

Get your whole family and friends involved in raising money to help make a difference for children in West Africa. Below are some fantastic ideas you can use to start fundraising. From selling (and enjoying!) your favourite baked treats to dancing non-stop, there are many creative ways to support UCEP today. Register your event below to receive tailored guidance and support from our fundraising team.

Examples of how you can fundraise

  • Family or friends competition – host your own mini Olympics
  • Sponsored walk with family and/or friends
  • Create a JustGiving or GoFundMe page and share it with your network
  • Cycle relay – ride a set distance in stages as a team
  • Celebrate your birthday or special occasion by asking for donations instead of gifts
  • Danceathon (Just Dance challenge)
  • Board game tournament
  • Host a dinner party
  • Coffee morning gathering
  • Guinness World Record challenge day – attempt to break a record together

Register your interest

Please register your interest in this partnership programme, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are here to support you in your efforts to give back.

Volunteering with UCEP

We are always looking for volunteers to support the work of the charity. Some roles require specialist skills, while others simply need enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to help.

There are many areas within UCEP where your time, skills, and experience can make a meaningful difference.

Please help a child today

Whether you’re making a one-off gift or a monthly donation, thank you. Your gift will help children get the education, mentorship, and care they need.

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