Revitalise is a leading UK provider of breaks and holidays for disabled people and carers across three purpose-built centres. We create lasting experiences that stay with our guests long after they return home and we campaign for equal access to breaks and holidays.
Disability affects us all, two-thirds of UK adults can expect to become an unpaid carer during their lifetime, highlighting the importance of respite breaks for the majority of the UK adult population.
Each year we help thousands of disabled people and carers take much needed respite breaks, and with your help, there are thousands more we could support.
Revitalise began 60 years ago, and through six decades of growth has become the vibrant, innovative, revitalising charity of today. Our vision is to create a society in which every disabled person and carer is able to take the break or holiday they want. We firmly believe that disabled people should have the same rights, freedom, responsibilities and quality of life as those without disabilities.
‘Sixty for 60 Challenge’
To celebrate our 60th anniversary, we’ve come up with 60 ideas to inspire your fundraising and get the ball rolling. All the money you raise will go towards changing the lives of those who need it most, so whether it’s as simple as a coffee morning with colleagues, or a fashion show with friends, we’d love for you to get involved.
Why not challenge yourself this year and help us reach another 60 years! Offering disabled people and carers a holiday they want no matter the disability.
We are here to get you started contact us fundraising@revitalise.org.uk
“My husband had a nice break and knew I was in safe hands. We had quality time together and could be man and wife. Disability didn’t matter. The break made me feel alive and less alone.”
Zoe and William stayed with Revitalise in Southport
Office olympics
First one to the water cooler and back is the winner. You can even make stationery medals.
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Host a street party
Bunting, cakes and trestle tables, whats not to love? Make sure you seek permission.
Karaoke night
Charge for entry, and then find out who the real Dancing Queen of your friends is.
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Open mic night
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Music, comedy, poetry, if it can be done on stage, it can be done in a front room!
Barn dance/ceilidh
Put on your dancing shoes and Do-Si-Do the night away.
BBQ/hog roast
Nothing gets people together more than food and fire. Just provide for the vegetarians!
Host a coffee morning
They are so much better when not on zoom, and we missed them.
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Gaming tournament
(Host a board game/e-sports tournament)
Whether you are battling online, or just rolling to pass. Go, everyone loves a games night.
Knit and natter night
Young people, its not just for old folks! Old folks, show us what you can do!
Organise an escape room/murder mystery night
You can buy a “mystery in a box” online, or just make your own.
Go viral! 60 second clips of something funny
Everyone deserves their 15 mins of fame, add a link to us, and get recording.
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Head Shave
Speed Dating
Be a match maker and a fundraiser all in one night.
Are you ready to brace the shave, if this is a step too far, why not dye your hair a kooky colour.
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Film Night with a 60 twist
Why not choose a film with the number 60 in the title; Gone in 60 seconds, Sixty years with Bob Hope, Sixty minutes to Midnight or Zero to Sixty, raise funds by charging entry.
Donate a ‘Cost of a Coffee’ for 60 days
On average a coffee from a high street provider is £5, you could raise £300 or more over 60 days to give to charity.
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Face your Fears Challenge
Get sponsor to do something that makes your heart beat a little faster.
Car Wash
Grab a bucket and sponge, get scrubbing.
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Give it up for 60 days challenge
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Bingo Night
Get prizes donated by local businesses and then charge for each bingo game to maximise money raised.
Spa Night
Have a night of relaxation with friends.
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Be a little thrifty for 60 days and once done donate the money you saved. Why not try pack lunches instead of shop brought, cut out your daily coffee, walk instead of the bus or train.
Organise a sports day
Get everyone involved, raise funds through sport activities and challenges
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5-a-side football
Set up a 5 a side tournament between friends, family and colleagues.
Tough mudder
Not for the faint-hearted, 30 obstacles over a 15K run, but the bragging rights are incredible.
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Run a marathon
With runs across the country, all year round, they are always popular. Get in touch, we may have an entry.
Bungee jump
If you like falling with nothing but a rope, this is for you! One small jump for you, one giant leap for fundraising. Skydive
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Seek organised events, & contact us first!
If you like the idea of bungee jumping, but think “That’s not enough falling to the ground”, this is the one for you.
Polar plunge
Go jump in a lake, but organised, and cold, so very cold.
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Sleep Out
All it takes is a sleeping bag and sheer determination to help raise money.
Assault course/ outdoor adventure
Ever watched Bear Grylls and think “I can do that”? This is your chance. But only through organised events.
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Organise a themed fun run Zombies, werewolves, Santa Clause. One of the few things that these three have in common, you can have a fun run dressed as them.
Summit a mountain
You don’t have to go all the way to Kilimanjaro when we have mountains right here.
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Centre to centre (walk/hike the distance from Sandpipers to Jubilee Lodge)
The distance between our two centres is 210 miles, so you can walk, hike, skip, swim that in support. Just not in one go!
Raffle off a quilt (or handmade item of your choice!)
Once you’ve made it, share the love, whilst showing off your talent.
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Deliver a masterclass /workshop
If you are an expert in anything, share your wisdom! People love to learn more.
Spot 60 bird species
For all you twitchers out there, this is a great opportunity to raise money as you do what you love.
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Create a photo calendar and sell it
All it takes is 11 more friends, family, colleagues and they will fly off the shelves.
Hire a handyman
Builder, plumber, electrician, the list goes on. If you have a skillset, hire them out, and donate the proceeds.
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Make 60 crafts (knit, crochet, cards, needle felting, sewing, jewellery, candles, soap, bath salts, etc)
Everyone has a talent, why not get a sponsored hobby, and see how you improve?
Host a bake sale
Release your inner bake off, minus the meltdowns. Everyone at work/school will love you.
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Commissions (portraits, art, photography)
For the creative types, showcase your skills and get even more exposure.
Read 60 books this year
We all need to read more books, and this is the excuse you’ve been looking for.
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Photo ‘60’ challenge
60 things that inspire you show the world what makes you you. From the everyday to the extra-ordinary.
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Go live!
Live stream an activity of choice; video games, exercise, etc.
Endurance challenge
Stand on one foot, climb trees, planking, hula hoop, skip rope, yoga poses.
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Bucket collection
See how much you collect in an hour; don’t forget permits.
Dog walking
Offer up hour slots to neighbours.
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Sponsored silence
Shush…See how long you can be quiet and raise funds for your silence.
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Host a 1-hour competition Lego building, sewing bee, bake off, upcycle an old object into something new within an hour??
Paint jam
Charity street art events – often called “paint jams” – bring together several street artists to paint live, attracting fans to watch the artists in action, either in-person or by livestreaming. You can also sell art supplies beforehand so your audience can join in on the fun.
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Donate an hour at our centres
Volunteer at one of our centres for a day or even stay over to find out more contact volunteer@revitalise.org.uk
Email your boss
Re: Corporate Sponsorship
Most companies want to help out good causes such as ours, just ask them to reach out.
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Donate to our charity shops
Let us take your clutter off your hands, donate it to one of our shops and we do the rest!
Encourage your local school/PTA to support Revitalise Mufti days, book sales, there are so many ways schools can raise funds, all it takes is a converation.
Spring clean/clutter clearout/garage sale and sell profits for Revitalise
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This could be as an individual, family, workplace or community, the more the merrier.
You can also have the proceeds go directly to us via ‘Shop and raise money’ Revitalise Ebay shop: www.ebay.co.uk/str/revitalisecharityshops
Buy from our eBay store
We sell online too, so once you’ve de-cluttered, have a look what might fill those empty spaces.
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Host an afternoon tea/dinner party
Invite your friends round, you can make it fancy or have a theme!
Do a birthday fundraiser on Facebook
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All it takes is a few clicks, and they can donate directly to us, in your honour.
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Host a film/ game night
Get some friends, donate, and press play. Don’t forget the popcorn!
Host a community cook off
Use your connections to get the whole community together and try everyone’s cooking!
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The quickest, and easiest way to make such a huge difference for the work we do.
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Donate on our website – easiest way to support us
For more information visit www.revitalise.org.uk or contact us fundraising@revitalise.org.uk
