Fundraising & Donations
When a child loses someone they love, it can change their world.
Your support helps bereaved children and young people access specialist grief support, guidance and opportunities to connect with others who understand what they are going through.
As a small local charity, we rely on donations, fundraising, and gifts in wills to continue supporting bereaved children and young people across Exeter, East and Mid Devon. Every gift, whatever its size, helps us provide support, guidance and opportunities for children and families to navigate grief together.
This year is our 20th anniversary year and we’d love to invite you to support us! Click here to find out how you can get involved or read on for other ways you can support us: It’s our 20th Anniversary!
Thank you so much!
Making a Donation
Donations from individuals and organisations make such a difference to our work – you can see what difference your donation can make for bereaved children and young people, click here.
Ways to donate:
Online
You can donate online today. You can do so by clicking here.
Bank transfer/direct debit
You can donate directly from your bank account to ours. It could be a one-off donation or you can set up a regular gift. Just remember to tell us you’ve done it so we can thank you, and let you know how your money is helping.
Our bank details: Balloons (Devon) Sort Code: 30-93-14 Account Number: 00062939
Cheque
You can post a cheque payable to Balloons (Devon) to First Floor, 6 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, EX2 5JL
Gift Aid
If you are making a donation via cheque or bank transfer and are eligible for Gift Aid, would you consider completing our declaration. This means we can claim the Gift Aid which generates an additional 25p for every £1 donated. Thank you! Read our Gift Aid Declaration.
“Balloons Support has been extremely valuable for ‘X’ following the death of his best friend. The bereavement had a significant impact on his emotional wellbeing, and the support provided gave him a safe and supportive space to explore and express his feelings. We have noticed that he appears more able to talk about his loss and manage the emotions associated with it. The sessions have helped him develop coping strategies and increased his confidence in seeking support when needed. The service has been delivered with great sensitivity and understanding and we are very grateful for the positive difference it has made to ‘X’s’ wellbeing and engagement in school”
– School professional
Fundraising
Whether you’re taking on a challenge, organising an event, celebrating a special occasion or remembering a loved one, fundraising for Balloons is a wonderful way to help bereaved children and young people receive the support they need. We’ll be here to support you every step of the way.
For advice and ideas about how to raise money for Balloons either as an individual or organisation, or to let us know what you are planning, please contact us on 01392 982570 or email fundraising@balloonscharity.co.uk
Collection tins
We have collection tins to collect small change which all help us to make a difference. If you would like one at your place of work, please get in touch fundraising@balloonscharity.co.uk
“I would like to run and raise money for Balloons as you do such amazing work for children and young people who have lost loved ones and those who are important in their lives.”
- Fundraiser
Leave a lasting gift for future generations
A gift in your Will can help ensure that bereaved children and young people continue to receive support for years to come. After taking care of family and loved ones, many people choose to leave a gift to Balloons as a way of making a lasting difference in their community. Whatever the size of the gift, your legacy could help a child find hope, understanding and support during one of the most difficult times in their life.
Please click here to download our legacy pack for further information.
Become a regular supporter
A monthly gift helps us plan ahead and be there for more children when they need us. Even a small regular donation can make a big difference over time and provides a reliable source of income for our services.
This can be done by setting up a direct debit from your bank, through your payroll or completing our online donation form. Please click here to download our regular giving pack for further information.
“I am so proud to provide a little support to this charity and its unbelievable, super amazing team”
– Regular giver
Thank you!
Every donation, fundraising activity, collection tin and gift in a will helps ensure that bereaved children and young people do not have to face grief alone.