SUPPORTER STORIES & FUNDRAISING IDEAS

There are lots of ways to raise money for Down Syndrome Cheshire

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Could you support us in 2026?

Are you planning to run, jump, skip, hula hoop, skydive, swim, or star jump for DSC? Then don't forget to share your plans and stories with us so we can re-share them here and on our socials.


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Our Fundraiser Fanfare - sharing amazing supporter stories


A young adult with Down syndrome serving afternoon teas

A Super Sunday Afternoon Teas

July 6, 2026
What an incredible Sunday Tea's event we had last Sunday! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the day such a wonderful success. To our amazing volunteers who gave their time, our talented bakers who created so many delicious treats, and everyone who came along to enjoy a cup of tea and buy cakes, we couldn't have done it without you. Thanks to your generosity and support, we're delighted to share that we raised an incredible £1,000 for Down Syndrome Cheshire!

Golf Day 2026 Round-up

July 3, 2026
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Charity Golf Day and helped make it such a fantastic success. From the first tee-off to the final putt, it was wonderful to see so many teams enjoying the day, sharing plenty of laughs, and supporting such an important cause. We'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to: 🏌️ All the golfers who took part 🤝 Our sponsors and supporters 🙌 Our amazing volunteers ⭐ Our dedicated staff team Events like this simply wouldn't be possible without the generosity, enthusiasm, and hard work of so many people. Every team entry, donation, and raffle ticket purchased will help us continue supporting children and adults with Down syndrome and their families.  We're incredibly grateful to everyone who played a part in making the day such a success and for helping us raise over £2,000!
Two young men, one with Down syndrome, stand together in a doorway giving a thumbs up to the camera

Superstar family treked 213km across March for DSC!

May 18, 2026
Family raise over £2500 for DSC by treking 213km in March '26

Be More Theo!

By Rebecca Goodier • March 16, 2026
We are incredibly proud of Theo, who has raised an amazing amount of money for Down Syndrome Cheshire before and after his heart surgery last year. His determination and positivity continue to inspire us all. It was fantastic to see Theo sharing his story on ITV Granada News, and thanks to the interview almost £500 was raised in just one day! 🙌 Theo still has 3 more bags of litter to collect to complete his challenge — so there’s still time to support him by clicking the button below to visit his Just Giving page. Y ou can also join Theo for his final bag collection on World Down Syndrome Day (21 March) at the DSC Hub a nd help him cross the finish line. 👉 Book your space here: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FZQY If you missed the interview, you can watch it here: Teen with Down Syndrome on a mission to tidy Northwich and raise money for charity | ITV News Grana… We couldn’t be prouder of you, Theo. 💙👏

WAYS FOR YOU TO GET INVOLVED...

When it comes to fundraising - the sky's the limit (unless you're planning on wing-walking or sky-diving...then, not so much!).  We host regular annual fundraisers throughout the year that are hugely popular and well-supported, and we've included some great hints and tips below to help you decide on how you might want to go that extra mile for us. 

Grab a DSC Sponsorship form here

Walk Up For Downs


This World Down Syndrome Day challenge was so popular we’re continuing through the year. Why not grab a cuppa, take a look through the information and plan your walk with friends or family. Click the button to download our toolkit.


Join Our Team


Our fantastic team of fundraisers help in a wide variety of ways whether it’s a bag packing at a supermarket, selling merchandise or helping at our Sunday Teas event. If you’d like to join the dream team, please email us admin@dscheshire.org.uk

Doing Your Own Thing


It could be a marathon, bungee jump or anything that challenges you! If you’ve got a great fundraising idea then we’re here to support you with information and merchandise.

Fundraising For Schools


If you’re looking for a charity partner, having a dress-down day or taking part in an enterprise challenge then we’d love to work with you and your school. We offer free awareness and inclusion assemblies so support the curriculum. Many schools sell our famous gingerbread sock biscuits to raise funds every March in the lead up to World Down Syndrome Day. If you’d like your school to get involved, please use the button.

Fundraising At Work


We have merchandise, collection boxes and banners we can supply if you choose to support Down Syndrome Cheshire in your place of work. Use the button to register. If you are able to qualify for match funding for your fundraising and require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.


GIFT AID is a scheme that allows us to reclaim the tax you have paid and gain an additional 25% on certain donations at no cost or hassle to you.   So, if you are a UK taxpayer don't forget to type 'Yes' in the box if it appears at the checkout of an item you are purchasing (please note: by indicating this, you are confirming that you are a UK taxpayer and that you understand if you pay less income tax and/or capital gains tax in the current year than the amount of gift aid claimed on that donation, it is your responsibility to pay the difference to HMRC)


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