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Fundraising for the SGPCT


St George's Police Children Trust is now, more than ever in need of your support to help fund our continued support of families of police officers.  Taking part in sponsored fundraising events/challenges are great ways to help us raise money, and we offer you all the support you need.

Your amazing efforts really will help us to make sure that St George's Police Children Trust can continue to provide support to Police families by helping ease the financial pressures of bringing up children in the face of life-changing circumstances.  There are so many ways you can get involved –Take part in an organised event, or plan your own!


Taking Part in an Organised Event


Take up a challenge and become a SGPCT Fundraising Hero! Whether it's a cycle, swim, run, walk or something a bit adventurous...there are plenty of ways you can support the SGPCT.

Stuck for inspiration? There are plenty of national events that you can part in and fundraise for the SGPCT.



Take a look at our calendar of events below. *Please note that these dates may be subject to change due to COVID-19.* 

Download our 2021 Calendar of Fundraising Ideas here. 



Organising Your Own Event

Holding a fundraising event is a fantastic way to support St George's Police Children Trust, and there are plenty of things you can do!

Your event could be a bike ride, a run or even a head shave...just about anything! From a sponsored bake-a-thon to Zumba - check out our A-Z of Fundraising Ideas​ & get inspired!

At the moment, you may not want to be out and about taking part or running your Fundraising Events. So why not try a virtual fundraising event that you can complete with no limits on time or llocation! Perhaps you have had an event cancelled this year and would like to replicate it from the comfort of your own home?

Why not do a fun run in the garden, climb Ben Nevis on your stairs or host a bake-a-long with friends?

Take a look at our Virtual Fundraising Ideas for inspiration:


 

 

If you’re raising funds for St George's Police Children Trust we’d love to hear about it. Contact us today on 01423 504448 or email us to receive your free Fundraising Hero Kit and to have a chat about your ideas. 

Fundraising Hero Kit

When you become a Fundraising Hero we will send you a Fundraising Hero Kit and merchandise to give you all the tools and ideas you need to make your event a success.

Get in touch with us and we can provide:
  • Fundraising Hero Kit
  • Sponsorship Forms
  • Gift Aid Forms
  • Posters
  • Letter of Authorisation
  • Template Press Release

Start Fundraising!

Online fundraising pages are a great way of raising funds. Just click below and start fundraising!


Fundraising Heroes

Take a look at some of our success stories from our Fundraising Heroes: 
Amanda Francis Takes On The Newport Marathon
Date Published: 22/09/21


St George's Police Children Trust Beneficiary, Amanda Francis is taking on the  Newport Marathon!
Amanda tells us why she decided to take on the challenge:

"In 2005, Chris died suddenly when Milly was three years old. Ever since then St George’s Police Children's Trust have been helping us. Their grant helped us so much, especially when I was a single parent. We’ve stayed at their holiday home, they paid for Milly’s driving lessons and she gets a Higher Education Grant now she is at University.

I turned 50 this year and decided to try to run a marathon. The furthest I have ever run is a half-marathon, so this is quite a challenge. I started running in 2017 after doing Couch To 5K and can’t believe how much I love running! I want to run my first marathon for this amazing charity, who do so much to help the bereaved families of Police Officers.

My husband, Darren Francis, is running three marathons in four weeks. The Virgin London Marathon, The Eden Project Marathon and The Newport Marathon. He is asking for anybody who would like to sponsor him to use this page and donate to the SGPCT."

You can support Amanda and Darren here: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AmandaFrancis8/1

2019 Fundraising Heroes
Date Published: 04/12/19
A huge well done and thank you to our 2019 PTC Fundraising Heroes. Keep an eye on our social media for more ways to support SGPCT in 2020.

Tough Mudder Challenge Complete!
Date Published: 15/06/18

Huge congratulations and thank you Paul and Harry Matthews!Tough Mudder

The father and son team took on Tough Mudder in aid of St George's Police Children Trust! This was Harry's first Tough Mudder and Pauls 6th! Harry was keen to take on the challenge as both of his parents are serving police officers.

The team have raised an amazing £310...but there is still time to donate. Read more about their story and donate to their fantastic challenge at; https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/harry-matthews34

Liverpool Half Marathon
Date Published: 12/04/17
A team of GMP Police Officers took part in the Liverpool half marathon on Sunday 2nd April. This was the first time any of the Officer's had undertaken such an event!

In an effort to get fit and raise funds for a worthy "police family" charity, Lyndsey and Andy Watson-Perry, Ian Deary and Lee Jamieson all got together to take part in Liverpool's half marathon fundraiser. 

This was the first time any of them had run a half marathon, so they thought it would create a great sponsorship opportunity with families,friends and colleagues.The team discussed a number of worthy causes to support and were all clear that they wanted a charity which benefited the Police family, and thus settled on the St George's Police Children Trust.

When asked why they chose to support St George's Police Children Trust, they responded with; 

"In terms of the Trust we were chatting in the office one day and wanted to do something for the Police family but maybe for a charity that deserves more support and offers something so meaningful. When we mentioned St George's to colleagues, not many had heard of it but loved its concept and aim. We look forward to raising funds for this amazing cause, which helps future generations."

Police officers are very often the first responders to serious accidents and dangerous incidents, which can sometimes result in the unthinkable happening. While no amount of money can replace a parent, support from the Charity can provide a degree of financial certainly in difficult times and is provided for on or off duty incidents. 

"The three of us have lost colleagues both on and off duty and it leaves the children needing so much support and this charity ensures they are given opportunities fulfill their potential in times of such adversary. You also  only have to be reminded of the high profile murders of Nicola and Fiona within GMP and Dave Phillips and Neil Doyle within Merseyside to appreciate the heightened danger Police officers now face.

Please support us. We are making a huge effort to undertake and complete Liverpool Half Marathon for a fantastic cause. Together we can help safeguard the future of our police officer's children.

So please give what you can. It will make a difference - Thank You."


It is not too late to show your support and sponsor the team, please visit their justgiving page. 


Great Manchester Run
Date Published: 05/04/17

                                        

Pete Henson, the Treasurer at the St George's Police Children Trust (SGPCT), is doing the 10K Great Manchester Run on 28 May 2017 in order to raise funds for the Trust.

When asked why he chose to support SGPCT, he said; 

"During my entire career as a police officer I was acutely aware that each and every day on duty I was putting my life at risk. My greatest fear though, was how would my wife and children cope, if the worst was to happen. I have been fortunate in my life and career and I wish to support the children of fellow officers who are sadly no longer with us."

The nature of policing and life itself, carries risks, injuries or even loss of life. No amount of money can replace a parent, but financial support from the Trust can make a real difference to the lives of police officers' children.

Support the Trust and together we can help safeguard the future of these children. You can sponsor Pete through his just giving page by clicking here. 
Trustee's LEJOG challenge
Date Published: 23/11/15
On 21st May 2016 Jackie Mulller will begin her cycle journey from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of the St George's Police Children Trust.

Jackie, from the Scottish Police Federation, is a Trustee for the Trust. She said "Over the years I have assisted in the submission of far too many applications for grants to make life a little easier for the children of colleagues who have lost their lives and now, as a Trustee, I wanted to do something more tangible to raise awareness of this tremendous charity."

You can sponsor Jackie, and watch her progress via Justgiving - www.justgiving.com/JackieMuller/
Halloween fundraiser a 'spooktacular' success
Date Published: 05/11/15
A huge thank you to Zoe from Police Scotland who organised a Halloween Party and has donated the money raised at the event to the Trust. We also received these fantastic photos from the night!

The event raised a fantastic £467.65 and this will be split between the St George's Police Children Trust and Care Of Police Survivors (COPS). 

Support from events like this make a huge difference to the care and support we can provide to these children and young people. 

We would like to pass on our gratitude to Zoe and all those who attended the event.
SPCU Supports the St George’s Police Children Trust
Date Published: 02/03/15
The Scottish Police Credit Union Ltd (SPCU) staff raised £1,500 for the St George’s Police Children Trust by wearing their festive jumpers! 


SPCU Staff in their Christmas Jumpers

The SPCU decided that they wished to raise money for a police charity in the run-up to Christmas, and after approaching Chief Executive Officer, George Nedley, they chose to ‘dress down’ by wearing their Christmas jumpers on the five Fridays before Christmas.
 
Honorary Life President, Tom Rowatt, suggested that any monies raised would be donated to the St George’s Police Children Trust, which he remembered well from his previous life as an officebearer with the Scottish Police Federation.

All staff that joined in contributed £1 each on each of these Fridays & a ‘JustGiving’ page was also set up to allow members, friends and supporters of SPCU to contribute too.

The target which was set on the ‘JustGiving’ page was £1,000. Through the efforts of SPCU staff, visitors to their office and donations to the ‘JustGiving’ page, a total of £744 was raised. The staff was delighted when the SPCU Board of Directors agreed to match that and their donation brought the total up to £1,500.

SPCU staff derived a lot of fun and pleasure in the run-up to Christmas and they are pictured wearing their Christmas jumpers!


Chairman, Austin Dorrian, (left), Honorary Life President, Tom Rowatt and CEO, George Nedley
Gordon's Personal Triathalon page
Date Published: 14/01/14
Gordon Dixon, Chairman of the Board of Trustee at the St George's Police Children Trust, will be completing his own personal triathlon throughout August and September 2014. 

Triathlon details as follows: 

23 August - Great Scottish Swim 

6 September - Highland Perthshire Half Marathon 

14 September  - Etape Trossachs Medio


Gordon has chosen to raise funds for the Trust, as being in the Police Service himself he knows only too well the dangers it can bring. He knows that the support from such a good cause can prove invaluable to a family in need and hopes to raise £1000 to support the Charity. To sponsor Gordon please visit his just giving page by clicking here.

Having now completed 2 out of his 3 challenges, Gordon says;
" During my two events so far I have had a lot of time to reflect on the reasons for what I am doing, while continually saying why am I doing this?? I know why because when you visit bereaved families and see how brave they are, faced with something that it is hard to even imagine how you as an person would cope with never mind as a child. I am doing it for children who didn't choose and certainly don’t want to be beneficiaries. I know that I can’t change the situation but may help even a little bit."

Please show your support and sponsor Gordon Dixon at www.justgiving.com/Gordon-Dixon
Prudential Ride 100
Date Published: 01/01/14
​Sunday 10 August 2014

Fundraiser at the Police Treatment Centres, Deborah Rack will this year be taking part in the Prudential Ride 100, a 100 mile bike ride and raising funds for the St George's Police Children Trust. 

Celebrating the legacy for cycling created by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 starts in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, then follows a 100-mile route on closed roads through the capital and into Surrey’s stunning countryside. With leg-testing climbs and a route made famous by the world’s best cyclists at the London 2012 Olympics, it's a truly spectacular event for all involved.

Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 finishes on The Mall in central London, shortly before 150 professional cyclists race in the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey Classic on a similar route.
Raising money for St Georges and Smile Train.

Deborah Rack; "Last year i completed the route in just over 7 hrs including having to have a new wheel fitted at the top of Box Hill. Currently training and up to 70 miles at a time but now beginning hill climb training. I hope as part of this event to raise some money for the great work carried out by the St George's Police Children Trust."

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