EVENTS & CHALLENGES. Give precious memories when you create yours

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1 EVENTS & CHALLENGES Give precious memories when you create yours

2 OUR HISTORY Summer sunshine at the beach Exploring somewhere new A simple few days away with the ones you love We all know how much happier a break can make us feel. But what if you ve never had this opportunity? What if a severe illness or disability is making life painfully difficult? Or what if you are confronted with mental health problems or domestic violence on a daily basis? So many families are trapped in terrible situations like these, and they desperately need our help. They need a reason to smile. OUR WISH Our aim is to double the number of families offered a break by the end of 2020 already supporting the families, has been changing the lives of those truly in need by offering them a short break or day out. We exist to give people relief from their stresses at home, to improve their wellbeing and help create cherished memories. Sadly, there are so many more families that need our support. That s why we ve set ourselves a goal to double the number of families offered a break annually by the end of It s ambitious, but by working together, we can reach our target and change even more lives. For over 40 years the Family Holiday Association, aided by professionals Together, we can help families find sunshine through the rain. JOIN TOGETHER IN THE OFFICE The possibilities are endless! Grab your aprons and put your baking skills to the test with a classic bake sale, turn your organisation s away-day into an exciting challenge, put together a quiz night and raffle or nominate us as your charity partner. Join in Shades Day in May - our national fundraising and awareness day when everyone wears fun shades, whatever the weather! Shades Day Quiz night Bake sale Fancy dress Dress down

3 WALK, RUN AND RIDE TOGETHER Whether you re a seasoned runner or novice jogger, a keen hiker or a biker, we have an event for you. We have places in some of the country s favourite sporting events. This is your chance to tick the iconic London Marathon off your bucket list, or maybe start your running journey with a less daunting 5k. For cycling enthusiasts, we have places in the RideLondon Surrey 100, or perhaps venture farther afield for the London to Paris Cycle. For all you wannabe sleuths, we run an annual treasure hunt where you can discover hidden treasures in our capital city. Whatever your challenge, you can count on us for encouragement and support! Virgin Money London Marathon Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon Great North Run Hampton Court Palace Half Edinburgh Marathon Festival 5k & 10k Thames Treasure Trail London Marathon & Half Marathon Walk RideLondon Surrey 100 London to Paris Cycle JOIN TEAM STARFISH BECOME PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER When you take part in a mass participation or endurance event for us, you become part of a special team Team Starfish. You will receive special updates every month and be invited to join our Team Starfish Facebook group, where you can share experiences and swap tips. Epic!!! From start to finish it was the most amazing experience of my life. Team Starfish London Marathon Runner

4 JUMP, FLY AND DIVE TOGETHER If you re seeking an adrenaline rush, why not experience a skydive? Or maybe take the plunge with a bungee jump or feel the rush of air as you re swept through the skies on the wings of a plane! These once-in-a-lifetime experiences are not only fantastic challenges, but also give you the chance to create unforgettable, personal memories. Tandem Skydive Bungee Jump Wing Walk JOIN TOGETHER AS A TEAM Collect your colleagues, fix up your friends or even grab your granny! There are so many events that you can get involved with as a group. You could be setting sail at our annual regatta, teeing off at our golf day, or perhaps putting your trainers on to jump over inflatables at the Rough Runner! Whatever you fancy doing, we can help you out. Regatta Santa in the City Rough Runner Gauntlet Games Spartan Race Golf Day I can honestly say the organisation was the best I ve seen (and I work in this industry). I have been trying to find some constructive ideas to make the event better but simply can t. Please continue to host these superb events for such a fantastic charity. Regatta Participant

5 YOUR BUCKET LIST THEIR BUCKET & SPADE Climb the mountain. Jump out of an aeroplane. Learn to tap dance. Or enter your first run. When you step up for your next big challenge you can provide struggling families with a much-needed break. So when you seek out new horizons, you broaden theirs. Help families create some happy memories to treasure Fundraise for the Family Holiday Association and we ll ensure more families facing the worst that life can throw at them, get some invaluable bucket & spade time. By pushing your own limits you can lift families from theirs, help them get away from the worries and stress at home and create some happy memories to treasure. Read on to see how you can get involved... We have had a lovely break away and time together as a family. It gave us the opportunity to talk, play and figure out how to work together again Family feedback

6 THE SKY S THE LIMIT When it comes to taking on a charity fundraising event, the only limit is your imagination. Our charity is all about creating happy memories and making a difference. By setting yourself a challenge and doing something you enjoy, you will not only be challenging yourself, but you will also be helping struggling families to create their own precious memories. Whether you re joining in one of our events or doing your own thing, we have all sorts of fundraising materials to help from posters and balloons to t-shirts and collection tins. The more support you have, the more successful your fundraising will be so drop us a line or visit FamilyHolidayAssociation.org.uk/Events Together, we can double the number of lives changed for the better. Together, we can give families a reason to smile. Together, we can help families find sunshine through the rain. It s easy to get involved. And it s amazing what can be achieved when we all work together. To join in one of our events or have a chat about organising your own fundraiser, please contact Michelle Shepherd from our charity team on or michelle@familyholidayassociation.org.uk The Family Holiday Association is a registered charity in England and Wales (800262) and Scotland (SC048203). FAM354 FamilyHolidayAssociation.org.uk/Together