Bake sales
Bake sales are a deliciously fun way to raise money whilst socialising with friends and family.
They can be held almost anywhere and at any time of the day or evening, making them a really flexible option for you. Here are some things to think about when planning your bake sale.
1. Where and when?
If you are hosting a bake sale at work, choose a busy day of the week. For example, some colleagues working part-time hours won’t be around on Fridays. Your building receptionist or security guard is usually a great person to ask what days of the week are busiest. Choose a busy, accessible area where it’s easy for colleagues to see and visit you.
Hosting a bake sale at home? To make sure as many as your friends and family are available, try to avoid public holidays or dates of popular events.
2. Who can help?
Encourage lots of different people to bake to ensure a variety of different goodies. Ask your bakers to fill in a 'cake name card', highlighting any potential food allergens. Those who don’t want to bake can drop off some of their favourite store bought treats.
3. Spread the word
Promote your bake sale as much as possible – share details on social media, email and text your contacts, put up posters, etc.
4. Don't forget
Remember you’ll need plates, napkins, food bags and a cash float.
5. JustGiving
You might have friends and family who would like to support your fundraising event, but can't make it along to your bake sale. It's a good idea to set-up a JustGiving page in advance and share the link when promoting your sale.
We can supply:
- Collection cans
- Flyers about the cause you are supporting
- Donation forms
- Branded t-shirts (we have a limited supply of t-shirts for some Centres/Clinics)
Just let us know what you need and we’ll be delighted to help.
Get inspired
Pauline Ward
From selling cakes in a world record bid to running a 10k, Pauline Ward shows that supporting a cause can be heaps of fun.
Suzanne Wallace
Suzanne raised £1,000 in aid of endometriosis research through her coffee and cake evenings.
Catherine Noonan
Catherine and colleagues organised Afternoon Tea to support low grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC) research.