The support of fundraisers like you really does make a difference. With your help, we can provide specialist care for people in the community and at our Hospice.
Will you help us to support families?
There are so many ways for you to fundraise for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, whether you are an individual, business, school or group. Your fundraising activities will play a vital role in helping our doctors, nurses and health care assistants to look after patients and their families.
Your fundraising journey
Here are some ideas to get your fundraising activities started:
Throw a birthday party and hold a raffle in aid of the Hospice
Hold a bake-off at work and get colleagues to vote for the best cake!
Arrange a sponsored event like cycling from John O'Groats to Lands End
Take on a couch to 5k, 10k run, or a marathon!
Host a dinner party and ask guests for donations
Take part in a sponsored hair shave or grow facial hair in Movember!
Fundraising in school
Get your school involved in fundraising for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice! From bake sales to fun runs, there are so many exciting ways to support our vital care services whilst inspiring the next generation to give back.
Fundraise your way
Whether it’s a sky dive, buying wedding favours, or joining our Christmas tree collection campaign, you can support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in your own unique way. However you choose to fundraise, your efforts make a real difference!
Fundraise in your workplace
Bring your team together to support the local community! From dress-down days to charity challenges to payroll giving or choosing us as your Charity of the Year, there are so many ways your workplace can support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice.
How to make the most of your fundraising efforts
Step 1
Determine how much money you aim to raise and set a clear fundraising target.
Step 2
Decide on the type of fundraising event or campaign you want to organise, such as a sponsored run, bake sale or charity event.
Step 3
Get in touch with our Fundraising Team, who can offer advice and provide you with branded T shirts, running vests, banners and collection pots.
Step 4
Use social media, emails, word-of-mouth, and other channels to promote your fundraiser and reach a wider audience.
Step 5
Encourage friends, family, colleagues, and community members to get involved by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word.
Step 6
Make it easy to donate by creating an online page along with a paper sponsor form encouraging your sponsors to complete the Gift Aid section to boost their donations by 25%.
Start your fundraising mission
Your dedicated support will help us to provide patient care. Contact our Fundraising Team to start your mission today!
Contact us:
0161 624 9984
Featured upcoming events
March and April 2026
Bunny Hop
Spring into action for our Bunny Hop, donning your bunny ears to raise funds for patient care.
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11 June 2026
Corporate Golf Day
Compete in the Dr Kershaw's Cup for a great corporate day out whilst making a real difference by raising vital funds for our Hospice.
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18 June 2026
Ascot Ladies’ Day
Join us for a fabulous day of fashion, racing, and fundraising at our annual Ascot Ladies’ Day charity event in support of hospice care.
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Take on a Dr Kershaw’s Challenge
Is this your year to rise to the challenge, make your mark or even conquer your fears?
We can help support you with your own fundraiser such as a sky dive or sponsored run or you can sign up to Born Survivor to support us, taking on one of our Hospice places.
Find out more about the challenges that you could take part in.
I raised over £5,000 to give back and say a massive Thank You after such a special time at the Hospice with mum
TERESA WALKER
Matilda's daughter
A thank you to our fundraising champions
Thank you to Jill from Tesco Greenfield who dropped of dozens of boxes of Christmas crackers for us to use next festive season
Thank you to Roxie and Kim from Visiting Angels who donated £550 after their staff raffle
Thank you to Joan Williams, who over the years has raised more than £8,000 through her Annual Christmas Raffle and Slim Club at James Briggs
Thank you to the Care Your Way Team for donating four wonderful hampers!
Shree Temple with a visit from MP Jim McMahon hosted a fantastic CommuniTea event in Oldham town centre, raising funds and awareness for our Hospice
Thank you to Blue Coat School whose year 8-11 pupils surprised our Inpatient Unit staff with beautiful hampers and handmade Christmas cards
Thank you to Oldham Ladies Darts League for their £265 donation at their awards evening
Thank you to Rose and the team from Tesco Failsworth for their generous £300 donation!
Our annual visit from Master Palm Properties brought a wonderful 6 hampers – thank you!
Thank you to Royton Road Runners who arrived at the Hospice in festive outfits to donate £800!
Thank you to our wonderful Santas who took part in the Saddleworth Santa Dash raising over £2,000!
