We are thrilled you have chosen to fundraise for Brook. This page provides more details about how to keep your fundraising safe and legal to make it a huge success.
You can also find helpful guidance and information on fundraising regulations on the Institute of Fundraising website.
Events
- If you plan to serve alcohol or include entertainment such as singing, music or dancing you may need to apply for a licence. Check if the venue is already licensed and, if not, speak to your licensing authority (this will usually be your local authority) about seeking a temporary licence.
- Follow food hygiene regulations at all events (www.food.gov.uk).
- You may not need a licence to sell food at your event, check with your local authority to make sure.
- Make sure all necessary insurance is in place, such as public liability cover. Check this with the venue prior to your event.
- All events needs to have been risk-assessed to reduce the potential risks to those attending
- Seek permission from the venue owner or from the local council if you are using a public place or could obstruct traffic
Bucket collections
- If you are collecting on a private property (such as a pub, theatre or supermarket) then all you need is written permission from the owner or manager
- To collect in the street or a public place you’ll need a licence from your local council. Applications can take time to process so make sure you plan ahead.
- Make sure you use collection tins or buckets with a closed lid or are sealed with a sticker
- If you need a letter authorising you to collect on behalf of Brook, please email supportbrook@brook.org.uk and this will be provided.
Raffles
- If you’re planning a simple raffle at a fundraising event then you don’t need a licence. All you need to do is sell the tickets at your venue during the event. You can announce the winner(s) after the event.
- Have a look at the Gambling Commission’s guide to holding a raffle for charity.
Promotional materials
- You will need to make sure that any fundraising materials you produce include all legally required information.
- Any posters or flyers should state ‘Registered charity number 703015’.
- Please contact us at supportbrook@brook.org.uk if you’d like us to send you poster templates for you to adapt and print.
If you have any other questions about any of the above, please contact the income generation team.
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