Christian Aid Week 2026 is here! Seven days. One powerful chance to make a difference together. And it’s easier than ever to start fundraising.
There's no action too big or too small. The most powerful fundraisers are often the simplest ones that bring people together to spark collective action.
However you choose to take part, your actions will transform lives and support communities around the world facing hunger and poverty.
Whether you’re a church volunteer, part of a school or community group — or simply want to do something meaningful — here’s some fundraising ideas to help you get started now.
Keep it social: organise an event
1. Serve up an event for foodies
Bring people together and raise money with culinary creations. Why not host a lunchtime soup, fancy afternoon tea or a curry night? You could put on one of our Big Brekkie events and sell take-home treats to help boost your fundraising. Visit our resources for details.
All food for thought!
2. Sell, sell, sell
Holding an art, toy, book, craft or plant sale is a great way to connect with your community while fundraising. Get your kids' ministries involved by holding a toy sale is a great way to invite your wider community to engage with your fundraising sale. Any opportunity to clear out unused toys is always very welcome!
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3. Let the games begin
For those with a competitive streak, a games night is a great shout; think quizzes, board games or video games. These events are family-friendly and a great opportunity to open up your fundraising to a wider audience.
Find a great presenter who can keep the energy high and the fun will last all evening!
4. Join the fashion pack
If you have a community hall or church space you can use, why not hold a clothes swap and sell tickets? Invite people to donate good condition clothes they no longer wear, organise them into size and style, then display them in a way that makes them easy to browse. Clothes swaps are a great way to raise money, and promote recycling and sustainability.
Fundraising for Christian Aid Week 2026 is about taking part and putting your hope in action. Every action counts. Stand with others and help create lasting change.
Get active or creative
5. Make a day of it
A family fun day or fete is a super opportunity to get your local community involved with your fundraising efforts, while also raising awareness for Christian Aid. You'll likely have pleanty of your own ideas, but activities, stalls and displays always work well. Maybe you could invite a choir or youth group to perform? The more you offer, the better.
And don't forget cake. Lots of cake!
6. Take on the 70k in May challenge
Cover the 70km any way you like, whether that’s swimming, walking, running or hiking.
Do it alone or with your church, friends or family. Split it into manageable sections or even do it in relay.
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7. Track down treasure
A great way to bring people together is by putting on a treasure hunt, fun family trail, or scavenger hunt. If you’re inviting friends and family, the event could be in your own home.
Or go big! Use church spaces Top tip and invite the community.
8. Make it a movie night
Get the popcorn ready, because it’s time to turn films into fundraising. You could use the Christian Aid Week film as a preview before the main film?
Or you could end the night with a screening of the Christian Aid Week film .
Fundraise from anywhere
9. Hold a collection
Collecting in your local community can be a great way to raise funds and start conversations about Christian Aid’s work. You could have a Christian Aid themed church service and take a collection, or hold a street, station or supermarket collection. Please note, we can only conduct door-to-door collections during Christian Aid Week. If you’re planning to collect donations anywhere that isn’t your church, please talk to us to get guidance on how to secure the correct permissions: belfast@christian-aid.org or dublin@christian-aid.org
10. Ready for Praise night?
Join together with friends or family to pray and lift each other up in faith. You could organise a praise and prayer service in your church which includes a focus on Christian Aid's work globally. During the evening, you could show the campaign film, use the prayer resources available online and take up an offering that will go to supporter the work of our teams and partners.
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Creating a fundraising page is quick and easy. Share your challenge or event, spread the word, and watch your community get behind you!