Finding a Fundraising Idea That Felt Right

When Helen decided she wanted to raise money for Options, she knew one thing straight away.

She didn’t want to ask people for donations.

For some people, asking friends, family or even strangers to give money comes naturally. For Helen, it didn’t. She wanted to support a cause she cares about, but she wanted to do it in a way that felt right for her.

That’s when she realised she already had something she could offer.

Helen had been making handmade jewellery for some time. She enjoyed being creative and loved turning simple materials into something unique. Jewellery making wasn’t something she started because she wanted to fundraise – it was already a hobby she genuinely enjoyed.

When it came to supporting Options, Helen decided to bring her jewellery along to fundraising events. Instead of asking people to donate, she invited them to buy something she had made. People could support Options while taking home a handmade piece of jewellery, and Helen could raise money in a way that felt comfortable and enjoyable.

It turned out to be the perfect fit.

Selling her jewellery gave Helen the confidence to meet new people, share something she was proud of and play her part in supporting other people who access Options.

That’s one of the reasons we love Educake.

Yes, it’s about enjoying tea and cake together. But it’s also about making the event your own.

Perhaps you’ll bake your favourite cake, organise a simple raffle or decorate your venue with handmade bunting. Maybe, like Helen, you’ll bring along something you’ve made for people to buy alongside the cakes.

There isn’t one right way to hold an Educake event.

The best events are the ones that reflect the people organising them.

So, if selling cakes isn’t the only idea you have, don’t be afraid to add your own creative touch. You might just inspire someone else while raising even more money to help people supported by Options enjoy the opportunities that make life richer.

Every Educake is unique.

Just like the people who make it happen.