Information for competitors

On this page you will find all the information and resources that you need in preparation for the challenge. Keep checking, as we'll be adding new tools and resources regularly!

Resources

Fundraising
Training
Useful documents

Fundraising

Auction of Promises
Raise money with very little time and effort by getting your colleagues to come make a 'promise' that you can auction off.

Fundraising in action
Watch our video about how United Utilities raised £9,000 for WaterAid through team building football and netball tournaments.

Fundraising toolkit ( PDF 279Kb)
This toolkit provides all the information you need to help you and your team in your fundraising efforts.

Let People Know
The more people who know about your challenge the more people you'll have behind your team, so use our tips for maximising your support.

Cisco Euro Challenge pledge form (PDF 260Kb)
Every penny you raise for WaterAid by participating in the Cisco Euro Challenge can help some of the world's poorest people gain access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education. Fundraising pledges also mean you will gain invaluable clues to help you on the day!

Set your target
Advice on how to set your fundraising target.

Setting up your sponsorship page
Follow these instructions to set up your Justgiving page. Then sit back and watch the donations pour in!

Suit sponsorship
Find out more about how selling space on your suit is a great way to raise funds. You'll need to submit the suit sponsorship form, available to download via this link, to Challenger World along with the logos by 31 July 2008.

Summer Sizzle
No summer is complete without a barbeque with friends, family or colleagues so get everyone together and treat them to some great food whilst raising money for your challenge.

Sharpen business skills through fundraising
Participation in the challenge requires a team to plan, organise and carry out the fundraising element. Read more about sharpening business skills through fundraising and download an example project brief.

Wimbledon 2008 office sweepstake  ( PDF 59Kb)
Extend the enjoyment of Wimbledon 2008 by running an office sweepstake to raise money for WaterAid and add some office fun.

Training

We have teamed up with health and fitness consultancy Active Interest to ensure that you have the strength, aerobic fitness, flexibility and nutrition you will need to complete the challenge.

Core strength ( PDF 84Kb)
Aerobic Fitness ( PDF 61Kb)

Useful documents

Sponsorship form ( PDF 82Kb)
Use this form to collect offline sponsorship for your team.

WaterAid resources  ( PDF 331Kb)
This list of resources shows the wide range of leaflets, posters and stickers to help you advertise your event and WaterAid.

Risk assessment form ( Word 50Kb)
It is advisable to carry out a risk assessment to ensure that you have proper plans for public safety. In addition, please read the 'Keep it safe, keep it legal' section in the fundraising toolkit for more information on risk assessments.