Gaming for good
Computer games can do good! If you or someone you know plays a lot of FIFA, Minecraft or some other game, why not have a look at JustGiving, to see how they can turn all that gaming into money raised for CAFOD.
Games day: scrabble, chess, trivial pursuits etc
If the British weather is keeping you indoors, why not hold a marathon board game tournament? Either pay to play or get sponsored. Take pictures or a video and post to social media, tagging @CAFOD and invite donations to CAFOD on our JustGiving site.
Give it up!
Whether it's your favourite sweet treat or computer games or perhaps you're even thinking of going vegetarian, donate the money you save, set up a sponsorship page for CAFOD on JustGiving or download a sponsorship form to fill in yourself.
Download sponsorship form
Helpful fairies
Children, (big and small!) why not be a washing up or laundry 'fairy' for your family. You could offer to clean the house, tidy up, or cook! Charge a fee for these odd jobs and donate it to CAFOD. It's also a great way to keep in your family's good books!
Hula hoop contest
How many times can you spin the hula hoop? Organise a hula hoopathon! Don’t forget to get sponsored by the spin, or the length of time you keep the hoop going.
International evening
Hold a themed international night and decorate your church or school hall with flags from across the globe.
Search for recipes from around the world or encourage people to bring their own and charge an entry fee. Why not also hold a fundraising quiz and test your friends’ geographical knowledge?
Irish dancing
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to Riverdance the night away for CAFOD. Use your experience (even if it's just a little) to run an Irish dancing class for friends or family or in your parish. If you have no experience, that's no reason not to get involved, host an Irish dancing competition with your friends and see who can put on the best (or maybe the least worst...) show. Or host a ceilidh in your parish or local community and enjoy an evening of fun that raises money for CAFOD. Abh mor ort!
Jamboree
Make and sell jam at a CAFOD jamboree and satisfy your sweet tooth while raising money for CAFOD. Our downloadable guide is full of ideas, tips, and a recipe that will make sure your event is delicious!
Joke-athon
Why did the chicken cross the road? ...well maybe it was to go to a joke-athon for CAFOD!
If you think your friends and family would like an evening of jokes (even bad ones) then why not host your own? All you need is a webcam and an internet connection. Get sponsored! It can be competitive, or see how long can you keep your friends laughing? If the jokes are really bad, make them pay a fee to leave.
Jollof rice lunch
Come together as a community over a plate of delicious Jollof rice. Nutritious, affordable and low on washing up (you only need one pot!), it's the perfect dish for sharing. Invite people from your parish or local community, you can charge a small fee or ask for donations and make a real difference to the lives of people living in poverty.
Jumble sale
One person's old party outfit can be another person's treasure. Hold an old-fashioned jumble sale – complete with tea, coffee, and cake - and raise money to support CAFOD's work in style!
Karaoke
Host a karaoke event for CAFOD and sing for hope this summer. Set up your stage or host an event online, there are numerous sites which offer online Karaoke, and you can join with others as you do it. Donate to take part or watch – or even place bets – who will be the best or worse singer? Who’ll be the first to miss their cue or to crack out a song by your favourite artist? Bonus points for a duet!
