Fundraise
Join our mission to transform lives through reading
Are you planning to take part in a charity run or fundraising event? We’d love you to support The Reading Agency!
Already have a place?
If you’ve secured your own place in the Big Half, London Marathon, or any other event, please consider fundraising for us. Your support will help us reach more people who struggle with reading across the UK.
Looking for a charity place?
Apply for one of our charity places in events like the Big Half or London Half Marathon. Help us champion the power of reading while challenging yourself!
Why your support matters
In the UK today:
- 1 in 6 adults (8.5 million people) struggle to read
- 1 in 4 children in England cannot read well by age 11
These statistics represent limited life chances and choices. At The Reading Agency, we’re changing this reality through our proven programs that touch lives across the country.
Reading changes lives by:
- Building imagination and creativity
- Fostering empathy and understanding
- Supporting health and wellbeing
- Developing essential skills
- Creating social connections
- Opening doors to opportunity
- Bringing joy to everyday life
Last year, our activities reached two million people through public libraries, prisons, hospitals, and community settings. But with over 67 million people in the UK, we need to do more.
Your fundraising efforts will directly support our mission to inspire social and personal change through the proven power of reading.
Get in touch today to find out more about supporting The Reading Agency through your fundraising activities.
Other fundraising ideas
Organising a fundraising event doesn’t have to be difficult. We’ve put together some ideas here, but feel free to think up your own, and don’t forget to let us know what you’re doing!
- Bake Sale: Host a cake sale at your local library or bookshop. Include raffles and games to engage the visitors
- Read-a-thon: Gather sponsors who pledge to donate based on the number of pages read during a short time period.
- Book Quiz: Hold a book quiz evening in your local pub or another venue. Charge everyone an entry fee and test your knowledge!
- Sponsored walk: Gather sponsors for a group walk with your colleagues or reading group.
- Book Sale: Compile your groups unwanted books and take them to a car boot! 50 books sold for £1 each would make £50!
Fundraising materials
Download our fundraising guide to find ideas, tips and materials to get you started on your fundraising journey.
Take a look at our posters, shareable social media assets and DIY bunting template to help you host a successful fundraiser.
