Your fundraising makes a difference
At Seamab, we provide safe, nurturing residential care and specialist education for children and young people who cannot live at home.
But we don’t do it alone.
Our community of supporters helps us go beyond the basics — creating moments of joy, belonging and opportunity that every child deserves.
When you fundraise, you help turn ordinary days into meaningful memories.
How fundraising helps
Your support allows us to:
Create warm, welcoming spaces with homely touches
Help children join clubs and activities in their local community
Celebrate birthdays, holidays and important milestones
Provide therapeutic resources that support healing and growth
Fundraising ideas
Whether you want something simple or adventurous, there’s an idea for everyone.
At home
Coffee morning or dinner party
Bake sale
Quiz night
Garden party or BBQ
Online gaming marathon
At work
Dress down day
Office bake sale
Quiz or games tournament
Matched giving campaign
Payroll giving
Take on a challenge
Sponsored run, walk or cycle
Skydive or abseil
Mountain climb
Cold water swim
Sponsored silence
In your community
Bag packing at supermarkets
Bucket collection
Pub quiz night
Community fun day
Raffle or auction
How to get started
1. Choose your activity
Pick something you’ll enjoy and that fits your time and resources.
3. Spread the word
Share your page on social media, email friends and family, and tell your story.
4. Get your employer involved
Ask about matched giving or sponsorship support.
5. Say thank you
Thank your donors and let us know about your fundraising so we can thank you too.
We’re here to help
Our fundraising team can provide:
Fundraising materials and posters
Advice and ideas
Promotional support
Collection tins and buckets
Recognition for your efforts
If you need support or inspiration, contact us on 01577 840307 or email fundraising@seamab.org.uk
Important information
To keep your event safe and compliant, please note:
Collections
Public or house-to-house collections require a licence.
Food hygiene
Food safety laws apply when serving food. Check guidance at Food Standards Agency.
Raffles
Small raffles held during an event usually don’t need a licence, but check guidance at Gambling Commission.
Licences
Ask your local authority whether you need to obtain any special licenses (e.g. public entertainment, collection or alcohol licenses).
Risk assessments
Identify any hazards and assess any risk connected with your event or activity that you’ll need to consider.
Consent
If your event is on private property, get permission from the owner or manager.
Handling money
Count money with another person present.
Make cheques payable to Seamab and bank cash promptly.
Paying your money in
For donation enquiries, call 01577 840307 or email fundraising@seamab.org.uk
Ready to start?
Your fundraising can help create stability, celebration and opportunity for children who need it most.