Why fundraise for RSPCA Queensland?
RSPCA Queensland is 95% community funded. Fundraisers like the students at your school make it possible for animals in need to be rescued, rehabilitated and rehomed.
Every year over 42,000 domestic and wild animals come to RSPCA Queensland in need of new homes, medical support and a place to feel safe.
Student-led fundraising initiatives cultivate creativity, leadership and confidence. While students coordinate their fundraising plans and goals, our Community Fundraising team is here to help put plans into action and provide guidance on ways to promote the fundraiser to your community.
Students will see the positive impacts of their hard work on some of the most vulnerable animals across the state.
Whether students are eager to showcase their leadership skills by organising a fundraising event, want to give back to a worthy cause with their business venture assignment, or are simply committed to making Queensland a better place for animals, there are so many opportunities to fundraise and support the animals at RSPCA Queensland.
If your school would like to learn more about animal welfare and RSPCA QLD’s educational programs, you can find out more here.
Fundraise online
Create your own fundraising page to share your progress and reach more people willing to donate to your cause.
Fundraise offline
Get the students, teachers and parents at your school involved for a fundraiser with huge impact for animals in need.
Collect goods
Support the animals in our shelters with a donation drive for physical items from our wishlist
Recycle
Help the animals, and the environment, by donating your empty cans & bottles via Containers for Change.
Your efforts change lives
There are so many fantastic ways to fundraise in schools. Which idea will your school community love?
- A gold coin donation dress up day
- School colour fun run
- A school potluck, cake day or pancake breakfast
- A charity disco or trivia night
- A fashion parade with clothing from RSPCA Op Shops and prizes for best dressed
- A raffle with prizes donated by the school community or local businesses
- A chocolate fundraising boxes campaign
- A donation drive collecting toys, treats or blankets for animals in the shelter
- A clothing collection drive for RSPCA Op Shops
Fundraising Resources
You make it possible
Every year, RSPCA Queensland cares for over 42,000 animals.
With 96% of RSPCA Queensland's funding provided from community supporters, your school is making our work possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone run a fundraising event?
Yes! Once granted approval by RSPCA Queensland, anyone can engage in fundraising efforts to make a difference for the animals most in need around Queensland. If you are under 18 you will need to enlist the assistance of a parent or guardian.
How does my school get involved?
How do we fundraise?
There are so many ways to fundraise at schools! Some great fundraising ideas your school could try include;
- Holding a school dress up or casual dress day for a gold coin donation
- Hosting a ticketed disco or pyjama party
- Sponsoring an RSPCA Queensland Wildlife Hospital patient for one school term
- Selling baked goods or craft items at school
- Running a raffle or auction with donated prizes
How can we get the word out about our fundraiser?
Once you have created your I Am For Animals fundraising page, you can share the link on social media, in emails and in your school newsletter. You can also download our Fundraising Resources above to print and display around your school.
Why do we need to register?
To fundraise for any charity within Australia you require permission from that specific charity. By registering your fundraising with RSPCA Queensland, you are legally authorised to fundraise on our behalf once given an approval letter.
Registering your fundraiser with us also ensures that the Community Fundraising team can support you through your fundraiser and provide you with resources and assistance.
What happens after I register my school?
After you register your school, you will receive a registration e-mail with login details for your online fundraising page. Within a few days, you will be contacted by a Community Fundraising Coordinator to confirm your registration and provide support and guidance with your fundraiser. Once approved you will be issued with an Authority to Fundraise letter on behalf of RSPCA Queensland, which you may be asked to show donors, sponsors or other entities the purpose of your fundraising.
Can I use the RSPCA Queensland logo for my promotional material?
The Fundraising Resources section above has a number of available resources that you can use to promote your event. Included in this kit is the RSPCA Queensland Supporter logo, which you may display in printed materials or online.
