Fundraise For Variety

You can change a child’s life by raising money your own way. All it takes is a big heart and a great idea.
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Why fundraise for Variety?
Every child deserves the chance to explore, grow and dream without limits. When you fundraise for Variety – the Children’s Charity, you’re helping to provide practical and essential support to kids who are sick, experiencing disadvantage, or living with disabilities.
It’s not just about raising money. It’s about giving kids the freedom to be kids, supporting families in tough times, and making sure no child is left behind because of their circumstances. Your effort, no matter how big or small, creates real, lasting impact. Together, we can help every child reach their full potential and feel that they truly belong.
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Ready? Great – It All Starts Here!
Step 1: Download our Fundraising Guide
Step 2: Register Your Fundraising Event or Activity
Step 3: Let People Know !
A-Z of Fundraising Ideas
It is easy to start fundraising for children in need. Get inspired by these great ideas.

A for Auction

Gather donated items or services from local businesses and run an online auction.

B for Bake Sale

Host a morning tea at work or school. Ask attendees for a donation in exchange for delicious cakes, tea, and coffee.

C for Car Wash

Set up a car wash with volunteers—great for schools, sports teams, or youth groups.

D for Dinner Party

Host a themed dinner (Italian night, BBQ, potluck) and charge per plate or table.

E for Eco

Raise money by doing something good for the planet (e.g., collecting litter, planting trees).

F for Fun Run

Organise a fun run, walk, or even a pram push at your local park. Participants can register with a donation and maybe even collect sponsorship pledges for every kilometre completed.

G for Garage Sale

Declutter and do good at the same time! Not only do you raise money, but you also give items a second life.

H for High Tea

Host an elegant afternoon tea with finger foods, scones, and entertainment.

I for Ironman

Host a scaled-down triathlon (swim, bike, run) or fitness circuit with entry fees or sponsorships.

J for Jewelry

Teach people how to make beaded or wire jewelry and sell the pieces or charge for the class.

K for Karaoke

Sing for a cause—charge entry, sell snacks, or take song requests for donations.

L for Lottery

Sell raffle tickets with donated prizes (check legal requirements in your area).

M for Mini Golf

Bring out the fun and friendly competition with a mini golf tournament!

N for Non-stop

Walk, dance, read, or game nonstop for a set time—sponsors donate for each hour completed.

O for Outdoor Movie Night

Set up an outdoor screening and sell tickets, popcorn and drinks.

P for Pancake Breakfast

Host a community breakfast and charge per plate or accept donations.

Q for Quiz Night

Host a quiz night at your local hall, pub, or even online. Charge entry per team, offer prizes and test everyone’s general knowledge.

R for Recycling

Ask your neighbors, friends and team mates to save their cans and bottles. Gather them up and recycle for cash.

S for Sausage Sizzle

Nothing beats the smell of a sizzling sausage on the BBQ! Host a Sausage Sizzle at your local park or community center and bring people together for a delicious cause. Perfect for a casual and fun fundraising event.

T for Talent Show

Sell tickets to a show where people showcase their talents (music, magic, comedy, etc.).

U for Used Book Swap

Ask your community to donate their pre-loved books and set up a fun “swap shop.” Attendees can browse the collection and pay a gold coin donation (or a set fee) to take home their “new” reads.

V for Volunteer Donations

Volunteers do tasks like lawn mowing, dog walking, or cleaning in exchange for donations.

W for Wine & Cheese

Partner with local wineries or cheese shops for donations or discounts. Charge a ticket price that includes tasting flights and light snacks.

X for Xbox gaming

Host a competition on Xbox games with entry fees and prizes.

Y for Yoga

Host a relaxing or energising yoga session. Participants pay a fee to join.

Z for Zoo trip

Organise a group visit to a local zoo or arrange a special overnight stay event if the zoo offers it. Charge entry fees or ask for donations.

Other ways you can help
There are many ways you can help give a child a brighter future. Getting involved with Variety – the Children’s Charity can be a life-changing experience for you too.

Events are a wonderful way to experience the spirit of the Variety family — coming together to create impact and joy.
Join one of our unforgettable Variety events and make a real impact for children in need. Have fun, connect with community, and see how every moment helps create a future without limits.

Workplace Giving: Small Effort, Powerful Impact
The Variety Workplace Giving Program is a simple yet powerful way for you and your employees to demonstrate your commitment to social responsibility and community impact.

Donations are deducted automatically from employees’ salaries before tax, reducing their taxable income while ensuring Variety receives the full value of every dollar. It’s an easy, low-cost way to give that maximises impact — reducing administration for Variety so more funds go directly to the children who need them most.

More businesses are embracing Workplace Giving because it shows employees, clients, and customers that your organisation is genuinely community-minded. Best of all, it’s quick to set up and requires very little effort.

Become a Hair Hero and show you care. Chop your locks, shave your head, or colour your hair - it's up to you!
For a child or adolescent, losing their hair due to illness or disease can have a devastating impact on their self-esteem.Variety grants wigs to kids who have lost their hair due to a medical condition, through our wig grant. It allows a child to be fitted for a specialised custom-made real hair, suction wig. Your hair or donation allows kids to gain increased confidence and self-esteem in their everyday lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! If you’re planning a fundraising event and need Public Liability Insurance coverage, we’ve got you covered — literally. As a registered supporter of our charity, you may be eligible to be included under our Public Liability Insurance for your event.
All you need to do is fill out a quick application form so we can review and approve your event.

You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining any necessary insurance, permits, licences, consents, and authorisations required for your activity. For example, you may need:

  •  Council or shopping centre permits for events held on their grounds.
  • State/territory government permits for raffles or prize draws.
  • Appropriate liquor licences and food handling approvals.
  • Regulations vary by state/territory, so please check with the relevant governing body for details.

Variety cannot issue invoices for donations, as they are voluntary contributions. However, we can provide an ‘intention to donate’ document, which acknowledges an individual or organisation’s commitment to donate (often used for corporate accounting purposes).

Yes! We have ready-made graphics to help you promote your fundraiser on social media. 

Yes, Variety is legally required to authorise all fundraising activities.

Yes, you can deduct expenses from the total funds raised, but they must be properly documented in order to be reimbursed. Fundraising cannot be used to cover the costs of your fees. 

We welcome fundraisers of all ages, but if you are under 18, please ask your parent/guardian to complete the registration form.

If you receive any offline, cash donations, please ask the team for a receipt register to record the donors details - we can then issue the tax-deductible receipt once the event funds have been deposited.

While we will endeavour to provide as much assistance as possible and may have the opportunity to provide social media and/or traditional media promotion, this cannot be guaranteed for all fundraising activities.

Thank you

We couldn’t do what we do,
without you!
The heart of Variety is powered by a community who work incredibly hard to support Australian kids in need.
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