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Show your support for children and young people in your local community and help make a lasting difference in their lives.

Schools
Churches

Ideas for schools and colleges

Schools and colleges are at the heart of The Bridge Project’s work. By fundraising for us, your pupils and students can support trusted chaplaincy and help other young people feel seen, known and valued.

Fundraising can also bring your school community together, develop leadership and teamwork, and give pupils a practical way to make a difference. Here are some ideas to get you started.

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    Sponsored class challenge

    Could your tutor group, science class or drama group challenge another class to a sponsored race, swimathon, walk or sporting event?

    Add some friendly competition by keeping a class leaderboard or setting a shared fundraising target.

  • Young girls and boys sitting on the floor at an event, with a girl smiling and looking to her right in focus.

    Non-uniform day

    It is a classic for a reason. Invite pupils and staff to make a small donation in exchange for wearing their own clothes to school for the day.

    You could connect the day to a theme such as hope, kindness or belonging.

  • A young girl in a white school uniform interacts with a female adult, possibly a teacher, at a classroom desk. The woman is smiling and holding a small object towards the girl, who is looking at it. The background features a bulletin board with colorful post-its and a whiteboard with writing.

    Themed day

    Choose a theme that connects with the work of The Bridge Project, such as wellbeing, hope, listening, community or supporting others.

    Pupils could wear a particular colour, take part in themed activities or create displays that raise awareness as well as funds.

  • Children sitting on a blue gym floor while a woman stands at the front of the room giving a presentation. A large screen displays a question about how small things make a difference. The classroom is decorated with African animal paintings and a wooden cross on the wall.

    Host an assembly

    Introduce pupils and staff to the work of The Bridge Project and explain how school chaplains support young people through a trusted and consistent listening presence.

    Pupils could help to plan and lead the assembly, share fundraising ideas and invite the whole school to get involved.

  • A large gathering of people seated at tables inside a church or hall, attending an event or dinner, with a stage at the front where a person is speaking. The room has tall stone arches and decorated with banners, plants, and string lights.

    Quiz night

    Host a quiz for pupils, families, staff or the wider school community. Charge an entry fee, include a raffle or sell refreshments to raise additional funds.

  • Person slicing a lemon cake with white icing, garnished with lemon slices, on a white plate. Part of a cake slice with icing and lemon garnish on a separate dish in foreground.

    Cake sale or bake off

    Invite classes, year groups or staff teams to take part in a bake-off challenge. Sell the cakes afterwards and donate the proceeds to The Bridge Project.

  • A woman with long, curly red hair reading a book titled 'The Lost Sheep' surrounded by five young girls sitting outdoors on a wooden bench with green plants and flowers in the background.

    Charity of the Year

    Choose The Bridge Project as your school or college’s Charity of the Year and support us through fundraising, awareness activities and special events across the academic year.

    We can help your pupils understand the difference their support is making and celebrate their fundraising achievements with them.

Ideas for churches

Churches have always been central to the story of The Bridge Project. Through prayer, generosity and practical support, your church can help us provide a trusted Christian presence in schools and communities, supporting children and young people in their wellbeing, spirituality and hope for the future.

Use these ideas to shape fundraising activities that work for your congregation.

  • Three young women standing on a stage in front of an audience, engaging in a presentation or discussion at a church. One woman is holding a microphone, another has a paper, and the third is listening. Several guitars are on the left side of the stage, and an abstract artwork is in the background.

    Invite us to your church

    Invite a member of The Bridge Project team to speak during a service, small group or church event. We can share stories from our work, explain the importance of school chaplaincy and help your congregation understand the difference their support can make.

  • Two people exchanging money in a wicker basket, with a church or chapel setting in the background.

    Hold a collection or special offering

    Dedicate a Sunday offering, harvest collection, carol service or other special event to the work of The Bridge Project.

    A one-off gift or regular church contribution can help sustain chaplaincy in local schools and create more opportunities for young people to feel seen, known and loved.

  • Group of hikers walking through a scenic mountain trail surrounded by greenery and wildflowers, with a large mountain in the background.

    Organise a sponsored event

    Bring your church community together through a sponsored walk, cycle, run, sports challenge or family event.

    Children’s groups, youth groups, small groups and the wider congregation can all take part, raising funds while building community and having fun.

  • A woman with curly red hair reading a book titled 'The Lost Sheep' to five young girls sitting on a wooden bench outdoors surrounded by green foliage and pink flowers.

    Choose us as your Charity of the Year

    Make The Bridge Project your church’s Charity of the Year and support us through prayer, fundraising and regular giving across the year.

    We can help you plan key moments, provide updates and share stories so your congregation can see the impact of their partnership.

Our funding partners

Set up your fundraising page

The simplest way to collect donations and sponsorship is to create an online fundraising page through JustGiving.

It gives you an easy way to explain why you are supporting The Bridge Project, share your event with friends, family and colleagues, and keep everyone updated on your progress.

Donations made through your page come directly to us, so there is no need to collect or pay in cash yourself. It also makes it easy for supporters to give securely and add Gift Aid where eligible.

Once your page is live, share it by email, on social media, in newsletters and across your school, church or workplace community.

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