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Autism Jersey: Championing a full and inclusive life for people with autism, Aspergers Syndrome and other associated complex developmental disorders, by raising awareness and working in partnership with all agencies to help and support them, their families and carers.

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  Getting involved in fundraising for Autism Jersey

 

How to raise funds for Autism Jersey through local services

An exciting new concept has hit Jersey's shores. A new Travel Web site which is for the benefit of the Islands' charities and community clubs etc.  All you have to do is log in to Goanddonate.com. You will be then faced with a choice of household travel companies such as Flybe  to Condor, Avis to Olympic holidays. Once you have registered you can then choose from the drop down box which charity club PTA or  good cause on the island you wish to make your beneficiary and Autism Jersey is on the list.

When the booking is made the web site holders direct 80% of the commission  derived from the booking to your chosen charities account with them  (i.e. Jersey Autism). You will be advised shortly after of the amount and when donations reach over £25.00 funds are forwarded to the charity on a quarterly basis. There is no extra cost to the user and as it is only an extra click there is no reason not to use it. We can all benefit hugely from our members using this . We understand  we are already in the top five receiving donations. So there is already a balance building up for Jersey Autism, so get booking and make a difference.

www.easyfundraising.org.uk is similar to Go and Donate but covers a range of online retailers and insurers.  First, register on the Easy Fund Raising website, selecting Autism Jersey as your chosen charity.  When you wish to make a purchase, visit your chosen online retailer via the easyfundraising website.  Once you have made your purchase, a donation is made by the retailer to Autism Jersey.  You can also see on the site how much money you have raised overall. 

 

Another website to check out is www.charactercakes.info.  Penny Chapman donates half of the proceeds from the cakes to Autism Jersey, makes lovely cakes and has a wide range of popular designs.  Check out her picture gallery to see what we mean.

 

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Individual fundraising ideas

 

We welcome all donations, whether large or small.  There are lots of different ways that you can raise money for Autism Jersey.  Click here to find out about some of the people that are currently raising money for us.

By organising  fun runs, sponsored skydives, pub-crawls, sponsored silences, quizzes and much more, the money you raise can make a difference in the life of a person with autism.  Click here for an official Autism Jersey sponsorship form.

You can also leave us a gift in your will.  To find out more about how to do this, please contact us on 01534 871888.

Cheques for funds raised can be made payable to Autism Jersey and sent to the Treasurer, Autism Jersey, AJ's, 4 Edward Place, The Parade, St Helier, Jersey.

 

Corporate fundraising ideas

 

 

Fundraising through your workplace is a fantastic way to raise money for Autism Jersey on a larger scale. Whatever your company's size or structure with your help, we can raise much needed funds. 

There are many ways in which your company can help Autism Jersey:

Employee fundraising
By holding an event for Autism Jersey or adopting us as your Charity of the Year, you have fun while you fundraise.  Some ideas of what you could do:

  • Hold a FAB Day.  To find out more about FAB Days, click here.

  • Dress down day/Fancy dress day/Jeans and t-shirt day

  • Charity concerts

  • Golf days (or other sports days)

  • Raffle – ask bosses to donate the top prize and then ask others to bring in bottles/chocolates etc.

  • Bingo nights

  • Quizzes – enter your team in an inter-office competition

  • Cake Sale / Coffee Morning

  • Sponsored walk/run/marathon

  • Ask your boss if you can all donate money to charity to be allowed to watch 'the big match' whilst at the office

  • Office talent competition

  • Office showcase – invite local clients to attend an open day and maybe have an auction or raffle whilst they are there – helps business & raises cash.

  • Hold a sponsored headshave/leg wax

  • Give it up – chocolate, smoking, alcohol etc and get sponsored for it

  • Sponsored weight loss

  • Have an Autism Jersey collection box on the reception desk or other prominent location

  • Sell Autism Jersey Christmas cards, or give a donation in place of sending corporate Christmas cards.

Check if your company does matched giving – they may match the money you raise, making even more of a difference. Click here for an official Autism Jersey sponsorship form.  If you are intending to use the Justgiving website to collect online donations, you can link your fundraising page directly to the Autism Jersey Justgiving page and the donations will be transferred directly to Autism Jersey on your behalf.

 

Volunteering
Autism Jersey is always happy to have more help with our events, as well as in our shop or as a Befriender. This can range from handing out flyers and selling tickets for an event to marshalling a soapbox derby race. There is also the opportunity to get involved - you could end up hurtling down the hill in your soapbox derby entry!

Straight Donation
A straight donation from your company will help us in our work with people with autism and their families. Every pound that is donated to us is a step closer to providing a full and inclusive life for those with autism.  If you would like a donation box to place in your shop or office, please contact us to obtain one.

Where to send your donations or funds raised

Cheques for donations or funds raised can be made payable to Autism Jersey and sent to Autism Jersey, AJ's, 4 Edward Place, The Parade, St Helier, Jersey.

If you would like any further details of how you or your company can help Autism Jersey, please call us on 01534 871888.