Change starts with you

Turn your idea into impact by hosting your own fundraiser. 98 cents of every dollar raised in Australia is made available to support school, making a real, measurable impact. Fundraising is easier than you think, and there’s no limit to how creative you can be. Explore ideas on how to fundraise for us — we’ll provide posters, presentations and practical tools to support you along the way.

Unsure what to do or need some advice?
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How it works

1

Decide what to do

Choose how you want to raise funds & complete the form

2

Speak with our team

Work with our team to set a goal & receive tools to maximise your fundraiser

3

Start fun-raising

Share with your network & raise funds for education in Tanzania
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Ideas for Fundraisers

  • Host a dinner at home

    Run a book club

    Be brave and shave your head

    Complete a fitness challenge

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    Run an auction

    Get donations in lieu of gifts

    Host a Valentine’s Day event

    Start crowd-funding page

  • Host a quiz night

    Set up a game challenge

    Run a merchandise stall

    Host an art show

Host an event
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Host an event
You can organise a bake sale, a trivia night, casual clothes day, invite friends over and watch Gemma on Australian Story or 60 Minutes
Host an event
Rotary, church or work event
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Rotary, church or work event
Present about St Jude’s at your local community event – we have a presentation ready for you!
Let’s present
Challenge yourself
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Challenge yourself
Set yourself a challenge - it could be shaving your head, giving up caffeine or even a marathon!
I'm ready for a challenge
In celebration
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In celebration
In lieu of gifts request donations to St Jude’s from your family and friends
Let's celebrate
In memory
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In memory
In lieu of flowers ask family and friends for a contribution to St Jude’s
Honour a loved one
Regular giving
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Regular giving
Short Description
I'm ready to give
My own idea
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My own idea
Have an idea? Let our team know or ask for help in creating something unique
Create your own fundraiser.
Our amazing supporter Africa, runs in Brisbane to support his fellow Tanzanians.
Throughout the years, our supporters have taken on various challenges from cycling to hiking to even shaving their hair, all in support of free education

Not sure where to start? Don’t worry, organising a fundraiser doesn’t have to be overwhelming. 

We have comprehensive resources that you can download to kickstart your fundraising journey. Our team is just an email away, ready to provide guidance and support at every turn.
If you’ve already completed your fundraiser and need assistance donating the proceeds, contact us.

Benefits of fundraising

How we can help!

Resources for Fundraising

Your customisable poster

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Your event checklist

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Record donations for tax receipts

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Managing your Donations

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Quick facts and stats

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What your donation could do

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About Gemma and St Jude's

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Photos and Videos

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Watch our videos

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No matter your goal, every dollar counts.

No matter your goal, every dollar counts.

Whether your campaign raises a few dollars or a million, it has a tangible impact on us. There is no such thing as too little! Below are a few examples of how your fundraiser can make an impact.
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You are in good company! 

Join our inspirational community of super supporters who challenged themselves to support free education at St Jude's. Read some of the accomplished fundraising stories below.

January 24, 2019
Rotary club to help students fundraise for St Jude's School
The Rotary Club of Wicklow is helping students from the Dominican College Wicklow to raise funds for the School of St Jude.
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In 2020, we ran the Inaugural St Jude’s Challenge. Held in October to coincide with St Jude’s Day, the St Jude’s Challenge is all about challenging yourself in order to raise funds for the school.

We’ll post more details about the 2021 St Jude’s Challenge later in the year. To be the first to get the details, sign up below to receive our emails.

What people are saying

What people are saying

  • St Judes really does love visitors. We were well looked after and kept busy with school and other activities all arranged by the efficient S Judes admin staff and carried out by the respectful student guides, hospitality staff, drivers, cooks and others. If you can visit, do so. If you can't visit, rest assured that your donor money is being well used at this inspirational school that really is " fighting poverty through education''.
    - Julie R
    Such a wonderful opportunity to visit this amazing community. We were met with great enthusiasm by everyone there - staff and students. The value of education is high and much appreciated by all the students. We were made to feel valued and very much at home for the three days we spent at the school. Meeting Gemma Sisa was a highlight along with the bright and welcoming students in each campus we visited. This is a truly memorable experience that is very rewarding.
    - Margaret F
  • We had a full program which included classes with various age groups, home visits to families of the students, tours of the 3 campuses including a farm project and much more. We were assigned a person who looked after us who arranged transport, gifts for the families and much more. 
    To really get up close and experience the way of life for some in Africa, this is a humbling and wonderful experience.
    - Cathy W
    We spent graduation week in the school. It has been the most beautiful, inspiring, uplifting experience. I have laughed and shared meals with the children. Sometimes overcome with incredible stories of poverty and the strength of intelligent young men and women to get an education and pull their families and communities out of poverty.
    I would strongly recommend to visit The school of St Jude’s website and maybe one day Arusha. It is a positive story amidst a world of negativity. Give your heart a hug ! X
    - Jacinta R
  • St Judes really does love visitors. We were well looked after and kept busy with school and other activities all arranged by the efficient S Judes admin staff and carried out by the respectful student guides, hospitality staff, drivers, cooks and others. If you can visit, do so. If you can't visit, rest assured that your donor money is being well used at this inspirational school that really is " fighting poverty through education''.
    - Julie R
  • Such a wonderful opportunity to visit this amazing community. We were met with great enthusiasm by everyone there - staff and students. The value of education is high and much appreciated by all the students. We were made to feel valued and very much at home for the three days we spent at the school. Meeting Gemma Sisa was a highlight along with the bright and welcoming students in each campus we visited. This is a truly memorable experience that is very rewarding.
    - Margaret F
  • We had a full program which included classes with various age groups, home visits to families of the students, tours of the 3 campuses including a farm project and much more. We were assigned a person who looked after us who arranged transport, gifts for the families and much more.
    To really get up close and experience the way of life for some in Africa, this is a humbling and wonderful experience.
    - Cathy W
  • We spent graduation week in the school. It has been the most beautiful, inspiring, uplifting experience. I have laughed and shared meals with the children. Sometimes overcome with incredible stories of poverty and the strength of intelligent young men and women to get an education and pull their families and communities out of poverty.
    I would strongly recommend to visit The school of St Jude’s website and maybe one day Arusha. It is a positive story amidst a world of negativity. Give your heart a hug ! X
    - Jacinta R