Your sponsored event could transform the lives of mentally ill people today!

Doing your own fundraising for BasicNeeds is a great way to help poor mentally ill people throughout Africa and Asia get the treatment they desperately need.

And what's more, holding an event couldn't be easier!

Your event or activity can be large or small, it doesn't matter. All you need is the drive to get out there and do something amazing: helping to transform the lives of some of the most marginalised people in the world. You never know, you might surprise yourself along the way!

Why not take something you love doing and then find a way to raise money for BasicNeeds?

If you love to keep fit, why not take part in a sponsored run? It doesn't have to be a marathon, there are many local races around the country that you could take part in. Carl, BasicNeeds' finance manager, recently ran the Leamington 10Km race and raised over £1000 for BasicNeeds! Read his story and get inspired >>

Raising money doesn't have to be a record-breaking event. Even the simplest things can be a massive success. For example, how about holding a 'Sanity' day at work? Everytime someone uses the word 'mad' or 'crazy', they have to put £1 in a jar. You'll be surprised how quickly it can all add up!

BasicNeeds loves to support you in your sponsored event. We can offer:

• Personalised sponsorship forms and posters, which explain about you as well as about us!
• Leaflets, fliers and information to give to all of your supporters.
• BasicNeeds t-shirts to wear at your event.
• Local public relations support (if appropriate).

When you’re getting people to donate money, don’t forget to ask them to Gift Aid their donations! This means that we can claim an extra £28 for every £100 you raise, for free! Our sponsorship forms make this very clear and easy to do.

Please contact us on the information below for sponsorship forms and if you need more help with Gift Aid.

If you would like to talk to someone about ways that you could help BasicNeeds raise money, for sponsorship forms and more information about BasicNeeds, please ring Jane Cox on 01926 330101 or email here Jane.Cox @ basicneeds.org