<There are many ways you can raise vital funds to help us continue brightening the lives of seriously ill children across the UK. From supporting campaigns to taking on a personal challenge, find out more below.>

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Christmas Toy Appeal: Buy a gift for a seriously ill child

Give the gift of magic and joy to seriously ill children this Christmas, by buying a gift from our Amazon Wishlist.

Choose items from our wishlist and send gifts to brighten the lives of seriously ill children spending Christmas in hospital.

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Double your donations this Christmas!

For one week only, your donation to Rays of Sunshine will be doubled through the Big Give Christmas Appeal.

Every pound you give will go twice as far, helping us grant magical wishes to seriously ill children across the UK.

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Take on a Challenge

From virtual runs, to personal challenges, find out how you can raise money for Rays of Sunshine whilst taking on a challenge. By joining Team Sunshine we guarantee that you will clock up the s-miles!

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Become a corporate partner

Rays of Sunshine receives no government funding and we are entirely funded by donations, meaning we are always looking for new partners to help us carry out our work.

Our dedicated Corporate Partnerships team will support you with a calendar of events, help you fundraise in creative ways and actively update you on the impact of your support.

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Volunteer

Volunteer with us and help grant more magical wishes. Give your time, meet new people, gain skills, and feel the joy of giving back.

Every moment counts: even a few hours can make magic happen for seriously ill children

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Be a Ray for a Day

On the longest day of the year, the 20th of June (Summer Solstice), help make the world a brighter place for seriously ill children and their families.

From sunrise to sunset, fundraise or donate, to help us grant even more magical wishes for children when they need it the most.

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Game and grant magical wishes

We rely on the generous support of our gaming community to raise the £2.3m needed to grant more magical wishes for seriously ill children across the UK

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Fundraise in your Community

From fundraising in your local area, or your school or university, find out how you can support Rays of Sunshine and help raise vital funds. We've got everything you need to get going, from fundraising ideas, to information on how to get started,

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Small Business Partnerships

Choose Rays of Sunshine as a charity partner for your small business and brighten the lives of seriously ill children. If you turnover less than £300k a year, partner to help us grant more wishes for seriously ill children across the UK.

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Fundraise in-memory

Losing a loved one can be extremely difficult. We know these donations hold a special meaning to you and we’re so grateful to receive them. Thanks to your kindness, we can continue to grant magical wishes to children with serious illnesses.

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Leave a gift in your Will

In your Will, you may wish to leave a gift to causes you care about. We understand that your family and loved ones must always come first.
But after you have provided for them, by remembering Rays of Sunshine in your will, you will be leaving an invaluable legacy that will brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families.

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Support one of our campaigns

By supporting one of our fundraising campaigns, you can help us to raise invaluable awareness and funds to continue granting wishes and creating magical memories for children living with serious or life-limiting illnesses. Find out more about our current campaigns by clicking the link below.

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Other ways to give

You don’t have to organise a fundraiser or run a marathon to help brighten the lives of seriously ill children. Why not try these quick and easy ways to support Rays of Sunshine.

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