I want to take part in an event for Ayrshire Hospice - how do I get involved? Expand You can help make today matter by taking part in an event or challenge to raise funds for Ayrshire Hospice services. Have a look at our upcoming events on how to register, get in touch on 01292 288488 or email [email protected] to speak to one of our friendly and experienced fundraisers.
I want to take part in an event but it's not on your website, can I still fundraise? Expand Absolutely! Get in touch to let us know a little bit about your event. You can download your fundraising pack here or contact us and we can post one out to you. You can contact us on 01292 288488 or email [email protected]
Do you have any tips for fundraising? Expand Check out our fundraising booklet to get you started! You can always contact our community team on 01292 288488 for support and guidance.
How do I pay in the money I have raised? Expand Please remember that it is not safe to send cash in the post. You can pay in your funds raised by: BACS: Please ensure that you quote your full name and title of your fundraising event in the bank reference i.e. JOHN SMITH QUIZ NIGHT. Our bank details are as follows: Bank of Scotland, 43/45 Townhead Street, Cumnock KA18 1LF Account name: Ayrshire Hospice Account number: 00144778 Sort code: 80 06 24 Cheque: post a cheque with an enclosed note including your contact details and nature of the fundraising event. Send to Ayrshire Hospice Fundraising, 29 Miller Road, Ayr KA7 2AX Credit or debit card: we can take card payments over the phone on 01292 288488 or in our fundraising office at the above address Cash: cash can be handed into our fundraising office at the above address
What does "in aid of" mean? Expand Holding a fundraising event on behalf of the Ayrshire Hospice is called an "in aid of" event. We have lots of wonderful in aid of supporters doing fantastic things for us across Ayrshire. There are a few guidelines that you should follow when holding your own event and more information can be found in our fundraising booklet. For more information, please contact the fundraising team on 01292 288488 or at [email protected]
What happens if I get injured? Expand If you get injured while training we recommend that you contact your GP, physiotherapist or specialist sports injury clinic. They will be able to advise you if you are fit enough to take part in our sponsored events. If you need to withdraw, please let Ayrshire Hospice and the race organisers know, as you may be able to defer your place (this will depend on the event).
What does 'Minimum Sponsorship' mean? Expand For some events there is a minimum amount set to raise for the charity, this is so that we can raise as much as possible to continue our vital work. This may feel daunting but we have lots of hints and tips for raising as much as possible and our events team will be on hand to help you reach your target. If some of your minimum sponsorship is to be used to cover the costs your event (e.g. a trek or skydive) you must make your donors aware of this. If you have purchased your own place directly through the event organisers you do not have to raise a minimum amount, you can set your own target and fundraise as much as you can!
What is Gift Aid? Expand The Government operates a scheme called Gift Aid that allows charities to claim the basic rate tax on every pound donated. So if you are a UK taxpayer and you donated £100 to Ayrshire Hospice, it means that we will actually receive £125 at no extra cost to you.