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Fundraising in schools

Join schools across the UK who are fundraising for Young Epilepsy and helping change lives.

Whether it’s a fun challenge, bake sale, dress-down day, purple-themed fundraiser—or something completely unique—we’ve got plenty of ideas to get you started.

However you choose to support Young Epilepsy, you won’t be doing it alone. Our fundraising team is here to help, and you can also download free fundraising materials, including guides, posters and sponsorship forms.

School fundraising is a powerful way to stand with children and young people living with epilepsy. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about the condition, challenge myths and help pupils feel confident about how they can support someone with epilepsy.

Get your fundraising pack today

Does your school operate a charity of the year scheme? charity of the year scheme?

Make Young Epilepsy your Charity of the Year and turn a whole academic year into brilliant moments of awareness-raising, fundraising and teamwork.

It’s a fantastic chance for students to lead the charge—planning, promoting and running activities across the school.

We’ll support you every step of the way, with everything you need for a winning nomination pitch and provide plenty of guidance throughout the year so you can make the biggest possible impact for young people living with epilepsy.

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Template letters

Want to engage your school to get involved to raise awareness and funds to support children and young people living with epilepsy? Here are some template letters to help you reach out to your headteacher.

Fundraising primary school letter from student

Primary school pupils can use this simple template to explain to their head teacher why their school should get involved.

Fundraising primary school letter from parent/carer

Parents can use this template to talk to their child’s school about Young Epilepsy’s support, training, and how the school can help with fundraising.

Fundraising secondary school letter from student

Secondary students can use this template to show how school involvement can raise vital epilepsy awareness and make a real difference by fundraising.

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I have epilepsy

We know that what you need can change depending on your age—so we’ve made it easier to find the right support, info, and community for you.

Youth Support

Whether you need support to better understand your condition, to deal with challenges you are facing, or to see your future full of potential, our Youth Support team are here to help young people and their families.

Join the Youth Voice Network!

If you are between 13 and 25 you can join the Youth Voice Network and help ensure that young people are at the centre of everything we do at Young Epilepsy.

Get in touch

Do you have a question about our work? Please click on the link to find out the best person to email or call.