Fundraise your way
Whether you’re taking on a personal challenge, bringing your community together or celebrating a special occasion, however you decide to get involved, every pound you raise helps drive progress and brings hope to more women.
Ideas, challenges and ways to get involved
What is individual fundraising? Fundraising on your own is all about taking action in a way that works for you. Anyone can get involved, and by fundraising on your own terms, you can turn something meaningful to you into vital support for ovarian cancer research and life-saving progress.
Fundraising on your own never means you’re alone – we will be there for you every step of the way. All you need to do is choose an idea, pick a date and start fundraising – and we’re here to help! Explore how you can get involved and start fundraising today.
What are the different ways I can fundraise?
There are so many ways to fundraise on your own, which means you can choose an activity that suits your interests, goals and lifestyle. You could find a challenge that suits your interests and goals, from endurance events to personal milestones.
Ready to start fundraising?
Follow these three simple steps to get started:
- Let us know about your fundraiser to get signed up
- Set up your JustGiving page to kickstart your fundraising
- Order your free fundraising materials including t-shirts, posters and symptoms cards!
Once you’re signed up, we’ll be in touch with expert fundraising advice, dedicated support and buckets of enthusiasm, along with your FREE fundraising guide. In the meantime, check out our top tips to bring your fundraiser to life.
Every fundraiser has a story behind it.
People choose to support Ovarian Cancer Action for many reasons – to honour a loved one, celebrate a survivor, raise awareness, or help create a future where fewer women are affected by ovarian cancer.
Still have questions?
No problem! We’ve answered your most frequently asked questions!
Every pound you raise helps fund our life-saving ovarian cancer research and awareness raising campaigns, bringing us closer to earlier diagnosis, better treatments and improved outcomes for women affected by ovarian cancer.
By fundraising for Ovarian Cancer Action, you’ll be helping to drive life-saving research and raise awareness of a disease that affects thousands of women every year.
We've invested over 13 million into ovarian cancer research and the UK's leading ovarian cancer research charity.
The best fundraising idea is one that feels personal, enjoyable and achievable for you. Whether it's a challenge, event, celebration or something completely unique, choose an activity that suits your interests and your supporters.
Set a target that feels motivating but realistic based on your fundraiser and the time you have available. Remember, every pound raised helps make a difference and brings us closer to our mission.
Absolutely! Many supporters combine activities, such as hosting a raffle alongside a taking on a challenge or head shave, to boost donations and engage more people.
We recommend using a trusted online fundraising platform, such as JustGiving, to securely collect donations and track your progress. If you're collecting cash, be sure to keep it safe and pay it in as soon as possible.
Of course! Our team is always happy to answer questions, share advice and help you make the most of your fundraiser, no matter how big or small your idea may be.
You can call us on 020 7380 1730 or email us at the fundraising@ovarian.org.uk