Stay Safe And Legal

How to fundraise safely and legally for Christian Life Today

Stay safe and legal.

How to fundraise safely and legally for Christian Life Today, please be aware that this a guidance page and the onus is on the individual and the parent/guardian to make sure that UK laws and regulations are adhered to.

We are appreciative that you have decided to raise money for Christian Life Today. In order for us to work together to improve the lives of beneficiaries, we sincerely hope that everyone has fun while participating in your fundraiser and that you are able to raise the maximum amount of money.

In order to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved, it is imperative that you take the time to identify any potential dangers to you and others you involve in your activity before you get started. You should also obey all legal requirements and laws outlined below.

• Suggestions for raising money during the COVID-19 outbreak and any other further outbreaks – We want to put your health and safety first during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic so you can conduct your fundraising in a responsible and sensitive manner, adhering to the Code of Fundraising Practice and the most recent recommendations from the UK government on the virus. 

Fundraising Regulator Advice for respectful interaction with the public

In order to provide you with the greatest fundraising experience possible, if you are raising money for Christian Life Today in your community, we kindly ask that you abide by the following advice:

• Do not apply undue pressure to donors. As the services provided by charities come under increasing demand, public donations are more important than ever to enable charities, like Carers UK, to meet those demands. Although you can talk about your cause and why a donation matters to your charity, this needs to be in-line with the Code of Fundraising Practice (see section 1.2). You must not apply undue pressure (for example, intrude on their privacy or to press ahead with a fundraising ask if they have already said ‘no’). See section 1.1.3 of the code for more information.
• Be polite and respectful. You must remain polite and respectful at all times. This is particularly important now as people’s daily lives have changed so dramatically and there is heightened concern around personal and financial wellbeing. See section 1.1 of the code for more information.
• Consider the possible reactions of the general public to your fundraising. While the public’s support for charities has not decreased despite the epidemic or costs of living crises, don’t count on everyone wanting to give or interact with you in the same manner. While a large number of people will be eager to donate and wish to help, others may be going through financial hardships, anxiety, or bereavement. Although it is impossible to know every person’s circumstances, you should consider the spectrum of probable answers and make sure that your fundraisers are capable of and actively responding to every individual’s signals and requirements, You should be prepared and willing to discuss your motivation for fundraising in detail, as well as the precautions you have taken to make sure it is done appropriately.

Thank you so much for choosing to fundraise for Christian Life Today.

Your support is always greatly appreciated, particularly during these unprecedented times.

Code Of Fundraising Practice – Fundraising Regulator

Christian Life Today Liability

• Christian Life Today accepts no liability for events organised by third parties. The information provided in this section of the website is not exhaustive and you should seek further advice, where required.
• Before moving forward with your event or activity, please consider any additional potential hazards.
• Please research the rules governing charity fundraising as well as suggestions for what needs to be done by fundraisers. Before proceeding with your event or activity, please consider any additional potential dangers. Street collections – It is illegal to collect money for a charity on the street or house-to-house without a licence. To apply for a street collection licence in England and Wales.

• Licences -Ask your local authority whether or not you need to obtain any special licences (such as public entertainment, collection or alcohol licences). If you are holding the event in a public place, you must have permission from the council or landowner.

Risk assessment-

When you’re organising a fundraising event of any kind, it’s important to identify potential risks so that everyone involved stays healthy and safe. Identify all the potential hazards that might cause harm to yourself and/or others at your fundraising event by following these steps:

• Identify the potential risks and hazards.

• Identify who could be injured or made ill.
• Prioritise the risks as low/medium/high.
• Record the actions you need to take to remove or control those risks.
• Review your assessment as you plan/once you have set up your event to check for any additional hazards or risks.

• Ensure you have adequate first aid cover available for the size of your activity. If you’re not sure, check with your local council. 

• Lotteries and raffles – If you hold a small raffle on the day of your activity you do not need a licence, so long as all ticket sales and the draw itself take place during the main event. It is okay if your event lasts more than one day. Tickets must all be sold for the same price with no discounts applied. You must make it clear who is running the raffle. Check the latest information and advice from the Gambling Commission and from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.

• Busking Licence

• Insurance- Please remember you are responsible for the activity and Christian Life Today cannot accept liability for any fundraising activity or event you undertake. If you are planning an activity that involves the general public, you’ll need to budget for public liability insurance, which can be obtained from any insurer. If you are holding the event in a venue which has liability insurance (such as a village hall or pub), check they have the appropriate insurance and that it covers your activity. For more information visit the government website. We cannot provide insurance for you.
• Children and young people – If children and young people will be at your event you should pay special attention to the risks involved in your planned activity and at the venue itself. You should check that they have permission to take part and that there is suitable adult supervision. If you are taking photos or videos, you always need to gain parental consent and should never be published or distributed without their explicit permission. If your event is on private property, get permission from the owner or manager. The NSPCC has guidance on child protection and safeguarding including photography and image sharing.

• Food and drink/ food hygiene- Food safety laws apply when food is available, whether it is for sale or not. Ensure you follow food hygiene procedures. Contact your local council for food hygiene regulations at events or have a look at the Food Standards Agency’s website. If you intend to serve alcohol at your event, you need to check whether you need a licence and, if so, what type. You must not serve alcohol to anyone under 18 years of age. Visit the government website for further details. When thinking about food events please consider the safety of people with food allergies.

• Children and raising monies

• Getting permission from your local council

• Handling cash and paying in – For your own protection, if at all possible, make sure you count the money you’ve collected with another person present and have them verify the total amount raised. Ask people who want to donate by cheque to make it payable to Christian Life Today rather than you are personally. Make sure any cash donated is kept in a secure place and is banked as soon as possible. For more information on paying your money in use our contact page

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