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Step 1 Yourself

Your contribution

Work out how much you can pay from the savings you already have and then create a plan on how you can save/fundraise the difference.

Fundraise $1000 in 7 days

Student stories of fundraising

Tips for writing your letter requesting funding.

Fundraising ideas

Ask your family and friends to donate.

Ask for a donation instead of birthday or Christmas gifts.

Ask your employer to sponsor you (our courses are tax deductible as a training expense).

Contact your local newspaper to profile your goal and ask for support.

Sell unwanted items or hand-made crafts on Trade Me.

Mow the lawns or wash the cars of all your neighbours in your street - it's a great way to get to know them too!

Host a fundraising event

Trivia night - invite 20 people for $10 each.

Movie night - invite 20 people for double the ticket price and sweeten the deal with some lollies or home-made popcorn.

Sponsored fun run/walk - ask for $2 for each km and boost your fitness!

Sausage sizzle - ask your local butcher for a deal on sausages.

Mufti or themed dress-up day at school or work - ask for a gold coin donation

Fundraising application form