Inspire Your Community to Make a Difference
Fundraising at school or university is a brilliant way to bring students, staff and communities together while supporting life-saving ovarian cancer research.
Whether you're organising a charity event, taking on a challenge or running a campaign with your classmates, every pound raised helps create a future where no woman dies of ovarian cancer.
From sports matches and fundraising challenges to coffee mornings, raffles and awareness events, there are lots of ways for students and schools to get involved.
We’ll provide ideas, resources and support to help you turn your fundraising plans into action.
What are the different ways I can fundraise?
There are so many ways to fundraise in university, 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.
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
Fundraising tips, support and materials
We’re here to support you every step of the way with fundraising materials, practical resources and guidance to help make your fundraiser a success.
Whatever challenge, event or fundraiser you choose, we’ll be on hand to help you make the biggest possible impact.
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.
Our fundraising promise
We do all we can to ensure that fundraisers, volunteers and third parties working with us to raise funds comply with the Code of Fundraising Practice and with the law.