Spread some cheer this Christmas by turning your classic Secret Santa into a fundraiser for ellenor! Instead of a typical gift swap, ask participants to donate a small amount to join in on the Secret Santa—perhaps £5 or £10. This donation goes directly to ellenor, making each gift exchange extra special, as it also supports local hospice care. You could even donate your gift into our hopsice!

Put your festive knowledge to the test and help ellenor provide much-needed care to our community! Host a holly-jolly Christmas quiz with friends, family, or colleagues, and ask each participant to donate an entry fee to take part. Get creative with rounds like ‘Name that Carol,’ ‘Festive Film Frenzy,’ or ‘Christmas Traditions Around the World.’ Offer a prize for the top team or individual (maybe a Christmas hamper or handmade certificate), and you’ll have everyone dashing through the questions while raising funds for a great cause. It’s a merry way to gather together, share some laughs, and make a difference!

Whip up some holiday magic by hosting a festive bake sale that spreads sweetness while supporting ellenor’s care! Encourage family, friends, or coworkers to bake their favorite seasonal treats—think mince pies, gingerbread cookies, and yule logs—and sell them to raise funds. Add a dash of holiday cheer by labeling each treat with a fun, pun-filled name like ‘Reindeer Brownies’ or ‘Frosty’s Cupcakes.’ Every delicious bite will go toward providing comfort and compassion to those who need it most this Christmas. It’s a tasty way to make spirits (and donations) bright!

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Deck the halls—and yourself—in the ugliest, brightest, or sparkliest Christmas jumper you can find! Host a Christmas Jumper Day at your school, office, or social club, and ask everyone to make a donation to participate. Encourage people to go all out, with prizes for the ‘Most Festive,’ ‘Funniest,’ or even the ‘Most Over-the-Top’ jumper. You’ll be raising funds (and a few laughs!) while supporting ellenor’s care services, helping us keep local families warm with comfort and care during the season. It's the perfect way to wear your support on your sleeve—literally.

Bring a sprinkle of holiday magic to little ones (and the young at heart!) with homemade ‘Magic Reindeer Food.’ Mix up oats, glitter, and a dash of Christmas spirit, then package them in small bags with a festive poem or label. Sell these little bags of wonder at school events, local fairs, or even in the office, and invite everyone to make a donation. Each sprinkle on Christmas Eve helps guide Santa’s reindeer—and every penny raised helps ellenor provide vital care to families over the holidays. It’s a magical way to give and make wishes come true for our community!

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Turn your favourite festive films into a fundraising event with a Christmas Movie Marathon! Invite friends, family, or colleagues to join in for a cosy day or night of holiday classics, from Home Alone to Elf. Set up a donation box with all proceeds going to ellenor. For extra fun, have a ‘Best Christmas PJ’ competition, serve hot cocoa and popcorn, and include a holiday trivia round between movies. Every laugh, tear, and heart-warming moment will help us provide vital care and support to local families this season. It’s ‘snow’ joke—your movie night makes a difference!

Wrap up some festive fundraising by offering a Christmas gift-wrapping service! Set up a station at a local school, workplace, or community centre, and invite people to bring their gifts to be beautifully wrapped for a donation. Provide holiday-themed paper, ribbons, and tags to give each present that special touch. Not only will you save them time and add a little sparkle to their gifts, but every donation supports ellenor’s care for local families during the holiday season. With each bow tied and gift wrapped, you’re helping to wrap our community in comfort and compassion!

Get crafty this Christmas by hosting a bauble decorating fundraiser! Gather friends, family, or colleagues and invite them to decorate their own festive baubles. Provide plain baubles, glitter, paint, and ribbons, and encourage everyone to get creative. Once decorated, they can either take them home or donate them for sale at a holiday market or event, with all proceeds benefiting ellenor. Not only will you add some personal flair to your tree, but you’ll also be spreading holiday cheer and helping us bring comfort to local families this season. It’s a ‘bauble’ of joy that gives back!

Get ready to belt out your favorite Christmas tunes for a cause with a festive Carol-oke night! Host a karaoke-style event where participants can sing their heart out to classic carols and holiday hits. Charge a small entry fee for singers or encourage attendees to donate per song. For extra fun, offer prizes for the ‘Most Festive Performance,’ ‘Best Duo,’ or ‘Most Creative Christmas Carol.’ Whether you’re a star or a ‘Silent Night’ singer, every note you hit will help raise funds for ellenor’s care services this Christmas. It’s the perfect way to spread cheer and support a great cause with every song you sing!