A – Advocate for HWYCA’s work by telling friends, neighbours or on social media about the community centre and youth provision.

B – Bake – organise or contribute to fundraising teas, bake sales or refreshments at local events.

C – Create – donate proceeds from craft stalls or online sales to HWYCA

D – Donate funds directly through online platforms (e.g., JustGiving) or via bank transfer.

E – Easyfundraising sign-up – choose Oaken Grove as your charity to earn free donations when shopping online.

F – Fundraising events – help plan, run or attend events like Scarecrow Festival stalls, carnivals, quizzes and more.

G – Gift Aid – if you are a UK taxpayer, complete a Gift Aid declaration to increase the value of your donations.

H – Hire a Room – book space at Oaken Grove for meetings, courses or events — this generates income for the charity.

I – Invite corporate sponsors – introduce local businesses who might sponsor activities or match funds.

J – Join as a Member of HWYCA to support its governance and voice in community decisions.

K – Keep up-to-date – subscribe to the newsletter to stay informed and support key campaigns.

L – Leave a Legacy – include HWYCA in your will to create a lasting impact.

M – Mentor or support youth groups – offer skills and time to help Youth Provision sessions.

N – Nominate HWYCA in local awards or community funding opportunities.

O – Organise events or fundraising activities

P – Promote social media campaigns to raise awareness and promote events

Q – Quiet days/events – host reading, craft or quiet social sessions at the centre to bring groups together and raise funds.

R – Raise funds through challenges (e.g., sponsored walks, runs).

S – Sponsor a project such as a garden path, new chairs or defibrillator pads.

T – Teach a class or workshop at the community centre, donating proceeds or charging fees that benefit the charity.

U – Use your expertise — help with marketing, finance, HR, event planning or admin on a volunteer basis.

V – Volunteer for the Fundraising Team to plan and deliver activities.

W – Weekly lottery participation can support the centre if one is run (check local HWYCA fundraising channels).

X – eXplore what’s going on at Oaken Grove Community Centre and tell your friends!

Y – Youth activities – fundraise specifically to help us run activities for young people in the local area.

Z – Zoom/Online support – host virtual fundraisers, talks or workshops benefiting the charity.