An incredibly simple but effective way to raise funds for a project that is close to your heart, is to ask that your loved ones provide a donation to your chosen charity rather than a gift for your birthday, first communion, confirmation, wedding or anniversary. 

If you know of a theatre production, concert or lecture that is being planned, perhaps you could ask the organisers to give a portion of ticket sales to the project, or make an announcement at the interval to tell the audience about the project and ask for donations in buckets as they leave the venue? Don't be shy. Often organisers like to be associated with a project that their audience is likely to feel connected to.  

Set yourself a goal - perhaps a marathon, a cross-country cycle or simply jumping on the new family trampoline - and then ask friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you. With social media and online sponsorship sites, you will be amazed how much goodwill, and money, you can raise while having fun. 

Your time and skills can be the greatest fundraising assets that you have and they are very very sought after! Kids Care hosts at least one fundraising event a month, if not two (or more!). Perhaps you could help behind the scenes with the organisation, or the setting up before the event, or on the day/evening itself. It is a great way to meet people!