Do your own thing

Host your own fundraising event in 2025

Fundraise to save lives! Get creative by using your hobbies to develop fun ideas for raising funds for Malaria Consortium. Do-It-Yourself (DIY) fundraising allows you to enjoy your favourite activities while raising awareness and vital funds. Whether you bake, draw, sing, or climb, anything goes with DIY fundraising!

Some tips to help you on your fundraising journey

1. Name your event

Pick a fun or descriptive name for your event.

2. Plan your goals

Write a short description of your event, what you’re going to do, and what you hope to achieve.

3. Let us know and set up your fundraising page

Use platforms like JustGiving or Facebook to collect donations and to collect donations and tag Malaria Consortium. Be sure to personalise your page with your story.

4. Add photos or videos

Include some photos or videos of yourself (and your team, if you have one) to make your page more engaging.

5. Spread the word

Talk about your fundraising plans with family, friends and colleagues. Share your page regularly across your social media.

6. Say thank you

Show your appreciation to your supporters and keep them updated on your progress.

Need inspiration?

Not sure where to start? Whether it’s a quiz night, coffee morning, five-a-side football tournament, or a livestream gaming challenge, there’s a fun way for everyone to get involved. Whatever you choose, enjoy yourself – and remember that every effort helps bring us closer to ending malaria for good.

Stair climbs
Choose a tall building and climb the stairs, with sponsors donating per floor.
Dress-up events
Organise a themed dress-up event with friends and set up a JustGiving page to make donations for the best and worst dressed!
Quiz nights
Host a quiz night, charging for entry and setting up collection buckets.
Bake sales or auctions
Organise a bake sale or auction of items or services.
Walk for World Malaria Day
Organise a walkathon or relay walk with friends, colleagues, or family to raise money on World Malaria Day and join our community of walkers.