Save a Baby’s Life Fundraising Tips

If you are running a free to attend Save a Baby’s Life workshop check out our fundraising tips!

Tip 1

Be sure to introduce RLSS UK as a charity, or mention that the work we do is funded by voluntary donations

Tip 2

Why not sell some RLSS UK merchandise? Packs of wristbands are available through RLSS Direct

Tip 3

As well as donations envelopes, you might like to display a collecting tin on a table during your workshop

Tip 4

Attendees can donate a sum of their choice directly via our Save a Baby’s Life campaign page on JustGiving

Tip 5

Attendees can choose to do a fundraising activity themselves to raise funds for Save a Baby's Life projects

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