Fundraising and event resources

On tap... our bi-annual fundraising magazine

On tap is WaterAid's twice yearly fundraising magazine which contains information on forthcoming events, ideas and reports from fundraising activities around the UK.

The Spring 2009 issue has stories ranging from extreme cycling to the power of song, plus see how our supporters put on their thinking caps for WaterAid!

Download the current issue of On tap today to get the latest on fundraising activities for WaterAid ( PDF 903KB)

Planning to fundraise for WaterAid?

Thank you for supporting WaterAid. We've compiled a step by step guide to using our fundraising and event resources to help you achieve the most from your efforts.

Great fundraising ideas – lots of fantastic and different ideas for successful fundraising.
Setting up your online sponsorship page – this is the easiest and simplest way to raise money from all your friends and family. Email a link to everyone you know!
Sponsorship form ( PDF 112KB) – carry it everywhere you go to make sure you don't miss out on any opportunities!
Splashing fundraising ideas ( PDF 419KB) – see how other people have raised money and read handy hints and checklists.
Legal and safety considerations – please read our safety guidelines carefully. They contain advice on risk assessment, safety considerations and insurance.
Security tips – advice on how to keep your fundraising money safe and make sure your hard work and efforts are not wasted.
Publicising your event – top tips to help you create a buzz about what you are doing!
Use Facebook to maximise your sponsorship – keeping your sponsors updated, sharing your Justgiving page and more!
How to get your sponsorship to us – easy instructions on how to send in your online and offline sponsorship.
Don't forget to ask everyone to Gift Aid their donations, it helps your fundraising go further as WaterAid can claim an additional 28p for every £1 sponsored!

If you would like to provide longer term support for WaterAid you could set up your own local fundraising group in your area. Find out more about Setting up a local group ( PDF 440KB). Alternatively search for existing groups in your region with our events and groups search tool.

We also have a wide range of leaflets, posters and stickers to help you advertise your event and WaterAid. To see the range and order your resources please download our Resources list ( PDF 2.8MB).